Approval of a revised Constitution and Standing Rules document will be on the agenda as the Illinois River Basin Boating Association (IRBBA) meets November 7th in Havana.
A copy of the revised document is linked below.
Levee or Not to Levee?
That is the question!
Should the river be allowed to spread out in times of high water, or should it be contained in channels, behind seawalls and levees? Well, it depends who you ask. Not even conservationists always agree.
At the Emiquon Preserve near Havana, the discussion is ongoing. Emiquon’s 7,000 acres of backwaters and wetlands are home to hundreds of species of birds and fish. Should it remain separated from the river, cutting off the river’s potential for bringing sediment, silt and carp? Or should it be opened to the river and allowed to “breathe” as water levels rise and fall? This interesting article from the Tribune does a good job of explaining both sides.
The Peoria Journal Star wrote about Emiquon earlier this summer.
The Emiquon Preserve’s website offers a full description of the area, with beautiful photos.
News From IRBBA
East Peoria Boat Club will host Miss Riverbottom 2016. Revisions to the rules will be sent to all Commodores for comment and presented at the November Commodore’s meeting for approval.
Speaking of the November meeting, it will be held November 7th in Havana. Nominations for Hall of Fame are due beforehand.
The Board has discussed the theme for Winter Games 2016. and “Star Wars” has been suggested.
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