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Council hears updates on dock moves and small salmon-pass restoration work
Summary
Public works reported moving two old docks shoreward for fishing access and a Watershed Council project removed an old sewer pipe at Rock Creek/Baird Falls to create small steps for juvenile salmon passage; council thanked volunteers and partner organizations.
Dale told the council that work to improve fish passage and public access is proceeding. The city, with assistance from the Watershed Council and local donors, removed an old sewer pipe at Rock Creek/Baird Falls and installed small rock steps intended to help juvenile salmon move upstream. Dale also said two older docks will be repositioned closer to shore to improve fishing access.
Dale praised partners who donated labor and equipment and noted some community members have at times stacked rocks in the restored area, which staff monitor to avoid undermining the restoration. Council thanked staff for completing the recent phase of work and for coordinating donations and volunteer support.
Dale said anchor installation for dock work is pending utility locates and that contractors expect to proceed this week once locates are clear.
