Comm 26-095 - LOS 26-02 Conners, Doug

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Comm 26-095 A principal concern in acquisitions of this kind is long-term maintenance. In this case, the nomination is strengthened by partners with demonstrated experience in land stewardship, event coordination, education-based programming, and volunteer engagement. -rooted lead stewardship model, while the LTM contributes proven continuity and direct stewardship credible assurance that improved over time rather than simply acquired. Feasibility / Acquisition potential / Urgency 3A. Acquisition is feasible through the Fund and/or other means The parcel is currently on the open market, and the owner has provided a letter of intent to sell and is open to discussion on parcel configuration. PONC funding could be used to secure the primary parcel while additional funding sources are pursued for related areas or long-term improvements. The project aligns well with established conservation and community-based funding priorities, creating strong potential for supplemental funding and partnerships. The project team has begun outreach to potential conservation and community partners to explore collaborative acquisition strategies. The project has strong potential to leverage matching or supplemental funding due to its combined cultural, ecological, recreational, and educational value. Given the broad community support, identified stewardship partners, and alignment with conservation and cultural preservation priorities, this project is well positioned to attract additional funding to complement PONC investment. This multi-path funding approach reduces reliance on a single source and increases the likelihood of successful acquisition. 3B. Property or easements are available / urgency for acquisition The property is actively listed for sale at $13.2 million, with a confirmed willing seller open to transactions with public or conservation buyers. The availability of the property represents a current and finite acquisition window, not a speculative opportunity. Recent price reduction and active marketing indicate increasing market interest, raising the likelihood of near-term sale. If acquired by a private buyer, there is a high probability of restricted or eliminated public access, along with potential changes in land use that could impact cultural practices and natural resources. ecological value makes it unlikely that comparable opportunities will become available in this area in the future. Timely acquisition is critical to secure public access and prevent permanent loss of this resource, as delay significantly increases the risk that the opportunity will be lost. 4