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Supervisors report growing community interest over Lake Pillsbury and potential dam loss
Summary
Board members said a recent town hall on Lake Pillsbury drew more engagement than past efforts and that momentum is building around concerns about the potential loss of the dam.
Supervisor Svante and Chair Crandall described a recent town hall on Lake Pillsbury and said community reaction has shifted from previous meetings, producing more engagement and momentum over the potential loss of the dam.
“It's exciting to see the change in the atmosphere and, not at all what it used to be. Usually, Chair Crandall and I felt quite lonely in our position. And, I think that, we're we're feeling change in the atmosphere, change in the mood of how people feel about the potential loss of the dam, and, feeling like we're gaining momentum in that aspect,” Supervisor Svante said.
Why it matters: Lake Pillsbury and the status of its dam affect water supply, recreation and local landowners; public engagement can shape county requests, outreach and interagency discussions.
Details and limits: Supervisors described a town hall and said they felt stronger public interest than before. They did not provide specific outcomes, policy decisions, or actions taken at that meeting. No formal board action on the dam was recorded during the session.
Next steps: Supervisors said they will continue work on the issue and follow up with additional meetings and outreach.
