Jay Wesley, SW Michigan Regional Fisheries Representative from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment has been allowed to talk briefly and answer FAQs at the Niles City Council Meeting. He will explain the support of dam removal, and mention some of the funding options available.
We urge anyone who can attend to come to this meeting! Consider a brief, professional statement of support for this option during "open comments" portion beginning promptly at 6 p.m. EST.
When stepping to the mic, here's the drill:
Ensure you address/greet the Mayor, and then the city council; in that order.
Then, share your name and address to the clerk for the record.
Announce your affiliations, if any.
Any and all can then voice support of dam removal, share how you have enjoyed this resource, and the value it has as a recreational destination for you and your friends/family. We would like the city to understand the economic, environmental, and social value the river has to the Area.
Where?
6 p.m. EST
North Meeting Room of the Niles City Firehouse,
1345 E. Main Street, Niles, Michigan 49120
Questions? Directions? Call City Hall: 269-683-4700
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In December 2010, a group requested that Niles consider removal of the Pucker Street dam in an upcoming vote. The dam has out-lived its usefulness and is in-operable. However, water quality and the dam's structure continue to degrade. Paid energy consultants report that dam restoration isn't economically feasible. Today, funds for the dam's removal are available. We dedicate this page to those wishing to learn facts and seek your participation in some small way.
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