Shady Acres Drive / Shady Crest Court - Dale Houck Minor Subdivision

Shared extensive personal experience battling invasive Asian jumping worms in Columbia County, warning that they destroy soil structure and cannot be easily contained.

Spoke on behalf of Save the Pine Bush, urging the board to issue a positive declaration to require an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to protect the pine bush ecosystem.

Highlighted the importance of preserving the wildlife corridor along the Hunger Kill and suggested planning for future trail connections.

Recommended creating a separate conservation parcel dedicated to the Pine Bush preserve rather than relying solely on deed restrictions.