Ranchers:
Uses and depends on river water for watering livestock. We depend on river water to sustain our livelihood. |
Farmers:
Uses and depends on river water for irrigating crops.We depend on river water to sustain our livelihood. |
Fishermen:
Wants water left in the river to maintain and preserve fish habitat so he can continue to enjoy this outdoor experience and also wants kids to be able to grow up and have this experience. . |
Conservationists:
Wants to maintain instream flows for the environment. Believes the river supports many aquatic and plant species and is important for the well being of the planet. |
Paper Mill Owner & Employees:
Depends on river water to manufacture paper. Concerned that instream flow would mean there wouldn't be enough water for industry and the factory would have to close. |
Land Developer:
Needs to provide water to new construction projects for domestic use. Concerned that instream flow legislation will be the demise of new construction projects. |
City Business Owner:
Believes instream flow is necessary to revive the economy by bringing in fishermen, hunters, and tourists to the area. |
Boater/Rafter/Kayaker:
Feels that there aren't enough places to experience the outdoors and that we need to maintain and increase water flows for recreation purposes. |
