The Community meeting of the Parks, Recreation and Tree Advisory Board (24 June) was well-attended and citizens spoke up in strong support of preserving current natural habitat. The mail-in survey conducted earlier indicated that 94.5% of people who responded place a high value on parkland.
The 7th 'Whereas' in City Resolution 09-029 establishing the current PRT Board states:
'WHEREAS many elements of the Functional Plan remain to be implemented including master park planning for specific parks and acquisition of parcels of land to secure and expand Kah Tai lagoon nature park...'
For the complete resolution text, go to Resolution 09-029 to download it or read it online.
The estuarine lagoon and brackish wetlands of Kah Tai (qatáy) are the remains of an extensive estuary to Port Townsend Bay. What survives today, though diminished, is a remarkably tranquil oasis, not wilderness but still wild. The original intent of its creation should be respected, so that this gem in the heart of our community is preserved in perpetuity.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Rotary Invitation for Friends of Kah Tai, 27 July 2010
The Rotary Club of Port Townsend has invited the Friends of Kah Tai to make a presentation on 27 July 2010.
Parks/Rec/Trees Board meeting, 24 June 2010, 6 pm
Parks, Recreation & Tree Advisory Board – Community Meeting (Blue Heron School). Attend and show your support to protect Kah Tai Lagoon Nature Park in perpetuity.
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