Acquisitions and Buyouts

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Following our four-part series on buyouts and acquisitions, key information needs, resources, and potential actions have emerged. These insights could lay the groundwork for process improvements and new funding opportunities. Watch the series below to explore what’s next.

Purpose: Property acquisition and easements are a key tool for flood risk reduction, climate change resilience, conservation, and public safety. The BEF/Ecology team is consolidating and prioritizing next steps to improve processes, information, and resources to support acquisitions.

How to get involved: email Matt Gerlach (matthew.gerlach@ecy.wa.gov), Carol Macilroy (cmacilroy@gmail.com), Kas Guillozet (kguillozet@b-e-f.org)

Upcoming Meeting: Mon. March 31 2025, 2:30-4PM

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Part 1: A Need for Buyouts and Acquisitions

Part 2: Crafting and Funding a Local Acquisition/Buyout Strategy

Part 3: Implementing a Local Acquisition/Buyout Strategy

Part 4: Exploring the Creative Roles States Are Playing to Get People Out of Harms Way

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