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BOCC Public Hearing 6/2/2026 <br /> Good evening, my name is Shelly McMaster, and I'm here tonight to speak in support of <br /> the Easton Subarea Plan. <br /> would like to thank Jeremy Johnston for his help and guidance to our community <br /> during the planning process. <br /> What I appreciate about the proposed plan is that it recognizes what makes Easton <br /> special: its quiet rural setting, outdoor-oriented identity, natural environment, rich history, <br /> and the strong sense of community that has brought people here and kept them here for <br /> generations. <br /> The subarea plan is critical because it provides Easton a thoughtful and <br /> community-driven path forward. At the same time, the plan is realistic. Easton does <br /> have real needs. We need thoughtful support for public safety, public spaces, small <br /> businesses, housing options, and responsible recreation. Supporting this plan does not <br /> mean supporting unchecked or inappropriate growth. Rather, it establishes a framework <br /> for managing growth responsibly—protecting the character of the community while <br /> allowing practical improvements that strengthen Easton and serve it's local residents. <br /> Supporting this plan means supporting a future where growth is guided, not random. It <br /> means directing attention toward areas where limited development and revitalization <br /> make sense, while protecting the surrounding rural and recreational lands that make <br /> Easton what it is. It also gives Easton a more active role when working with the county <br /> and other agencies, rather than leaving our future uncertain or reactive. <br /> The proposed plan reflects years of community input and collaboration and it's a strong, <br /> necessary step. It gives us a framework to preserve what we love, address what we <br /> need, and move forward with intention instead of leaving Easton's future to chance. <br /> For those reasons, I respectfully ask that you support the Easton Subarea Plan. Thank <br /> you for your time and for your service to our community. <br /> I sincerely request that these remarks be entered into the official meeting minutes for <br /> public record. <br /> Respectfully, Shelly McMaster Community Member, Kittitas County <br />