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Residents urge county scrutiny of PacifiCorp recreation commitments; one resident alleges local contractor fraud
Summary
In public comment a resident said PacifiCorp has not fulfilled promised recreation improvements tied to its dams and alleged a local excavator engaged in fraud, lack of licensing and unpaid debts. Commissioners acknowledged the concerns; no formal enforcement action was proposed during the meeting.
During the public‑comment period, resident Bruce Barnes raised two distinct series of complaints for the board to consider.
First, Barnes criticized PacifiCorp (transcribed as 'Pacific Corp') for not completing promised recreation improvements linked to its hydroelectric projects, saying trails and recreation sites have been reduced and maintenance has not matched commitments. He urged commissioners to press PacifiCorp on fulfilling recreation plans and…
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