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2 <br />Discussion of this topic was originally slated for the Board's October 27`h work session, but <br />due to other pressing capital matters, this item was not discussed, The properties will close <br />prior to the Board's next meeting on January 26, 2003, and the Association has asked if the <br />County could consider this action prior to the closings. <br />Staff has investigated and is familiar with both properties, and finds the preservation of both <br />to be compatible with the goals and priorities of the Lands Legacy Program. Acquisition of <br />lands along the Eno River is a priority in the adopted 2002-04 Lands Legacy Annual Action <br />Plan. <br />FINANCIAL- IMPACT: The request from the Association is for $30,000 toward the <br />$1,500,000 purchase of the Poplar Ridge tract, and $25,000 to help the Association meet its <br />goal of $50,000 toward the Ena Wilderness. Funding for the projects could be appropriated <br />from existing funds in the Lands Legacy Opportunities (pay-as-you-go) Fund. <br />RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board approve the <br />appropriation of funds in the amount of $55,000 toward these two land acquisitions. <br />