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Residents raise flooding and campground water concerns; Lantern Festival and tourism committee noted
Summary
During public comment, residents described flooding problems in a neighborhood and concerns about campground water use; council also heard reports that the Lantern Festival drew over 300 attendees and that the tourism fund committee resolution will be placed on a future agenda.
Several residents used the public comment period to raise local infrastructure concerns. Rose Cornette requested to speak with Public Works Director Olson about flooding in her area after heavy rains; Chuck Finn similarly reported flooding problems and noted a hydrant had not been replaced. Lori White read a prepared statement expressing concerns (text not included in the minutes).
Separately, community events and tourism matters were discussed during reports: Ms. Woodhouse said the Lantern Festival drew over 300 people and generated $500 in donations toward future events (including Earth Day on April 25). Chamber representative Nels Borg encouraged establishing a tourism committee and mentioned a PUD program called "Share the Light" that the city may consider to assist residents with utility bills. The tourism fund committee resolution had been sent to the mayor by the city attorney but was not distributed to councilmembers and will be placed on the next agenda for review.
