In a recent government meeting, significant discussions centered around the Mile High marina expansion and the procedural challenges surrounding public hearings. The council agreed to reschedule a hearing for August 22 to address an 85-page letter of reconsideration submitted by property owners on June 16. This hearing was initially set for July 7 but was canceled due to the unavailability of the applicant's attorney.

Attorney Abby Germain, representing the property owners, expressed concerns about the fairness of the August meeting, citing a scheduling conflict that had been arranged six months prior. Germain requested a postponement to September to ensure both she and the city attorney could attend. The council faced criticism for previously preventing public comments on new information introduced by the Mile High applicant's attorney, which led to an admission of procedural errors by the city.

The meeting also highlighted environmental concerns raised by Doctor Wilhelm from BSU, who presented a 2023 water study on Payette Lake. He emphasized the importance of protecting the community's drinking water, noting that the reservoir is currently 35% impaired according to EPA standards. The study indicated that phosphorus levels in the lake exceed these standards and are likely to worsen due to disturbances caused by power boats and wake boats.

The property owners' letter of reconsideration includes peer-reviewed scientific studies detailing the negative impacts of such boats on inland lakes. They are seeking the opportunity for their attorney to present this information to the council, underscoring the potential adverse effects on the community and the environment.