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EPSCPOES._TO THF <br />E <br />�♦f OfL' <br />d <br />4p 99 <br />All l'IT\V 0111.\1'\ <br />October 8, 2018 <br />Kittitas County, Washington <br />BOARD OFCOUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br />District One District Two District Three <br />Cory Wright Laura Osiadacz Obie O'Brien <br />Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office <br />P.O. Box 40917 <br />Olympia, WA 98504-0917 <br />To Whom It May Concern: <br />Kittitas County Public Works strongly supports the U.S. Forest Service Cle Elum Ranger <br />District's applications for Recreation and Conservation Office NOVA and RTP (winter and <br />summer) grants. These grants will improve winter recreation, keep trails open, maintain <br />campgrounds, protect natural resources, and educate recreationists to improve overall <br />recreational experience in Forest Service lands within Kittitas County. <br />Tourism and outdoor recreation are key components to the economy of Kittitas County. Kittitas <br />County's public lands, managed by the U.S. Forest Service, are considered destination hotspots <br />state and even country wide. Tourists visit year-round to explore the County's lakes and many <br />trails, supporting our local businesses. This funding is essential to the conservation of our <br />County's natural resources and education of our residents. We pride ourselves on our recreational <br />areas and depend on funding like this to keep our trails, campgrounds, and road access available <br />for use. <br />Please let me know if you have any questions or need further information. <br />Sincere <br />Ms. La sia carr <br />Kittitas County Board of County Commissioners <br />Kittitas County Courthouse 205 West 5" Avenue, STE 108 Ellensburg, WA 98926 <br />(509) 962-7508 -FAX(509)962-7679 <br />