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Committee urges tribal engagement, long-term plan ahead of any eminent-domain steps for Bloody Island
Summary
Committee members said Lake County should confirm ownership of Bloody Island (Bo don nop po ti), emphasize tribal co-management discussions, and develop a long-term management plan before considering eminent domain for the culturally significant site.
An ad-hoc committee update on Bloody Island (referred to in the meeting as Bo don nop po ti) emphasized verifying current ownership and consulting tribal partners before any land-take actions. Michael Bedar reported Monument staff are working to confirm ownership records and intend to contact owners on record.
EJ Crandell cautioned that county ownership of a culturally significant site could be controversial without a long-term management plan and suggested co-management with tribes as an option. Multiple committee members noted several tribes have historical connections to Bloody Island, and the stated goal was to engage tribes in continued dialogue rather than dictate outcomes.
