Mendocino County Inland Water and Power Commission Archives • The Mendocino Voice

Water is released from Scott Dam, sending a powerful plume of white spray into the river below as water cascades down the concrete face of the dam under a clear blue sky.

County supervisors reject proposal to remove Supervisor Madeline Cline from water commission

by Sydney Fishman February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

The proposal followed concerns over Cline’s attendance at an agriculture conference featuring a federal official opposed to decommissioning the Potter Valley Project.

Audience members sit closely together in rows of chairs at a public meeting, many appearing attentive or concerned as they listen to the proceedings.

Environment & Natural Resources

Residents pack Ukiah workshop on Potter Valley Project decommissioning

by Sydney Fishman November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

More than 100 residents attended the meeting, during which some expressed frustration over fears of rising water costs, while others shared concerns about lasting damage to the Eel River and tribal water rights.