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Commissioners flag concern about proposal to release 500,000 ft of water to Lake Powell amid drought
Summary
Minutes record county concern that proposals to release another 500,000 ft of water to Lake Powell could hurt local marinas; commissioners identified local drought conditions as a related worry.
Meeting minutes record concern that proposals under consideration elsewhere could release another 500,000 ft of water to Lake Powell, a move commissioners said would have adverse effects on local marinas during an ongoing drought. The minutes describe the matter as a significant local concern but do not attribute the comment to a specific speaker.
Commissioners and staff noted the county’s drought status and indicated the water-management proposal could affect local operations at marinas and recreation facilities. The commission did not take formal action on the item during the Feb. 3 meeting and asked staff to monitor the issue.
