In a recent government meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding copyright infringement and public opposition related to a project involving the Kaimishi River. Ken Roberts, president of the Kaimishi River Legacy Alliance, highlighted two instances of copyright violations by an applicant, including the unauthorized use of a photo prominently featured on the front page of their pre-application document. Following a cease and desist letter, the photo has since been removed.

Further scrutiny revealed that metadata from documents submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) indicated they were incorrectly attributed to a different project, the Cutler Hydroelectric Project, raising questions about the legitimacy of the submissions. While FERC is aware of these discrepancies, it does not have the authority to address civil or criminal matters related to them.

Public sentiment against the project is strong, with over 1,000 protest letters from Oklahoma residents submitted to the FERC docket. In response to this outpouring of opposition, FERC has extended the comment period by an additional 60 days. Efforts are also underway to secure permanent protections for the Kaimishi River, reflecting the community's commitment to safeguarding their natural resources. Stakeholders are encouraged to continue voicing their concerns through formal protest letters, as FERC is attentive to public input.