Wisconsin Land Swap: Adjusting Black River State Forest Boundaries for Business.
This law authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to release federal claims on specific land within the Black River State Forest in Wisconsin. This action facilitates a land exchange between the State and a local business, Deli, Inc. As a result, the State Forest will acquire a slightly larger parcel of land than it gives up, leading to a net increase in public forest acreage.
Key points
Facilitates Land Exchange: The federal requirement for perpetual public use on 31.83 acres is lifted to allow a swap with the private company, Deli, Inc.
Net Gain for Public Land: The Black River State Forest will gain 37.27 acres of new land in exchange for 31.83 acres, resulting in a small expansion of the public forest.
Supports Local Business: A local sphagnum moss production business gains access to necessary land by conveying other parcels to the State Forest.
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