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27 <br /> David Stancil reviewed the natural resources on the property. He said that the original <br /> scheme for the property included low-impact recreation in the western part of the property and <br /> keeping it in a largely rural state. He said there are access easements on the northern side and <br /> southern boundary. <br /> Milihouse Road Park- Natural Resources Map <br /> A <br /> F <br /> S r. <br /> P <br /> - r <br /> 1• s <br /> tL. <br /> r 7 }} <br /> � T <br /> ri <br /> David Stancil said that in 2024, the county was approached about a purchase of the land <br /> for soccer fields. He said the county commissioned an appraisal of the property. He said given <br /> the nature of the western portion and its adjacency to Duke Forest, staff initiated preliminary <br /> discussions with Duke Forest staff to determine their interest in the property. He said that this <br /> portion of the site could also be retained and managed by the county or another entity. He said <br /> they would like to see preservation of a small north-south trail corridor through the property. <br /> Chair Bedford asked if that would fit in the western part. <br /> David Stancil said it could, but it might fit best with the eastern edge. <br /> David Stancil said another point of discussion is possibly adjusting the easement access <br /> and provisions if, for example if the property were sold and not used for designated recreation <br /> purposes. He said that could possibly mean a reversion of ownership. He said one option is for <br />