Just west of Roseville, a stretch of open fields that might seem ordinary to the average person is now permanently protected, thanks to a major land purchase aimed at preserving critical habitat for threatened species.
This week, Placer County finalized the purchase of 264 acres known as Mourier West for just over $3 million. The deal, funded by a grant from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, is part of a broader effort to balance rapid growth with conservation.
“This is just a beautiful picture of what the Placer County Conservation Program is set up to do, set aside open space and land for future generations while balancing it with growth and development,” said Shanti Landon, Placer County District 2 Supervisor…