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Resident urges new leadership and nonchemical options after Thurston County lake manager leaves
Summary
A Pattison Lake resident warned commissioners that recent staff turnover, including the resignation of the county lake projects lead, risks undermining long-running lake management efforts and urged nonchemical removal of vegetation in sensitive areas.
Brett Trowbridge, a Pattison Lake resident, told the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 7 that the recent resignation of the county staff member who managed multiple lake projects threatens continuity of long-running lake management efforts.
Trowbridge said the staff member, identified in his remarks as "Mr. Gelder," had been overseeing four lake projects and was regarded by some residents as effective. He said earlier staff changes left lake…
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