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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Saratoga County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Storm-damaged county forest land in Wilton
About 80 acres of county forest in Wilton were flattened by storm damage. Contractors aren't interested in salvaging the timber at current prices, so the committee is weighing options — from an RFP to educational or habitat uses.
2026 Timber Harvest Award and Market Conditions
The county received two bids for its annual timber harvest, with Bailey Group submitting the winning bid of $54,924.30. Officials noted that bids are significantly lower than past years due to softening timber and firewood markets.