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Claremont Road TractsClaremont Road Tracts3.5 acres | Elevation: 50’ - 100’Overall ecological health: HighRisk of ecological deterioration: LowFindings and AnalysisKey Habitats:• 92% Mixed conifer, with some residual old growth• 8% Alder upland forestSpecial Features:• Rich uneven-age forest with old growth, down wood andsnagsThreats:• Potential for development (platted for subdivision)• BlowdownRecommendationsManagement OptionsStabilization:• Treat English hollyRecreation:• The county has no legal access to the property, so thedevelopment of recreational amenities is not appropriateWe recommend retaining this property in the County’sportfolio to preserve the unique habitat and older forest conditionsfound here. Neighboring landowners have expressedinterest in purchasing the property, but we feel the county’sinterests in the property are best served and protected bycontinuing to own the property. Although the property isnot accessible to the public, it serves a public good byproviding older forest habitat for wildlife.Section 2 Findings and Recommendations—Recreation Lands | 2.31