Tortolita Preserve Lease Cost
Summary
The town's annual lease payment for the Tortolita Preserve is now just under $820,000 after escalation. Vice Mayor Ziegler opposes buying the land given water and wastewater needs, while Mayor Post and Council Member Kai want staff to keep pursuing a creative acquisition deal with the State Land Department.
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Last discussed Apr 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
The lease runs roughly $820,000 a year with escalation every five years, and staff estimates continuing to lease for 80 years could total $75-80 million.
Preserve users and open-space advocates benefit from continued public access if the lease or purchase proceeds.
Critics say the money could instead fund water and wastewater projects that benefit the whole town.
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