1. Golden Mussel Treatment Costs Are Significant and Ongoing The district has spent approximately $540,000 to date on golden mussel chemical treatments, with total costs for 2026 projected to reach $620,000–$640,000. This was largely unbudgeted and mirrors a countywide problem exceeding $10 million in combined spending. The good news: no mussels have been found in the district's system or at landowner turnouts, indicating the treatment program is working. The district plans to treat the forebay before startup each season as a preventive measure.
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