Knights Ferry ranch proposal to be considered

KNIGHTS FERRY -- Stanislaus County supervisors on Tuesday will consider a mental health services plan and a proposal to divide the historic Willms Ranch near Knights Ferry into 42 parcels.

The Audubon Society appealed a Planning Commission decision Dec. 6 that approved a plan for splitting the 2,383-acre ranch into 40- to 70-acre pieces for agriculture.

The wildlife group contends that ranchettes and hobby farms will be built, destroying habitat for bald eagles and other protected species.

The board will meet at 9 a.m. in the basement chamber of Tenth Street Place, at 1010 10th St., Modesto.