The Wakulla County BOCC has been discussing a potential land swap with the national forest for around 13 years, but neighbors are now pushing back against the plan and suggesting alternatives.
- The swap would include 163 acres of land in Sopchoppy and 200 acres of the Apalachicola National Forest land in Crawfordville.
- The swap could aid developers in an effort to build a new recreational park in Wakulla County.
- Watch the video to see what neighbors have to say and learn more about this proposed swap.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
163 acres for 200 acres.
These are the sites that have sparked controversy around Wakulla County. This is because one is owned by the county, the other is part of the Apalachicola National Forest, and there have been discussions to swap ownership.
Many neighbors are outraged by this, saying there’s no need for it and that the community should be more involved with the decision…