Barnes Lake Management District March 4 2026

The Barnes Lake Management District held a meeting on March 4, 2026, in Tumwater, WA, focusing primarily on lake management activities and administrative matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the upcoming Request for Qualifications (RFQ) planned for spring or early summer to address lake management tasks, specifically related to invasive vegetation control. The committee reviewed the current budget, noting a beginning fund balance of approximately $53,770 and discussed expenditures including pending invoices and the financial impact of previous treatments. They also deliberated on the use of a new product, mukbiotics, for nutrient management in the lake, considering its cost (estimated at $600 per 100 by 100-foot area) and potential budget implications. The committee agreed to wait for detailed cost estimates before approving the annual treatment plan, with a tentative decision meeting scheduled for March 25, 2026, and a final approval planned for May 13, 2026. Additionally, the committee unanimously recommended the appointment of Troy Patients to the steering committee, which will be forwarded to the mayor for official approval. Other discussions included organizing community cleanup efforts and clarifying meeting procedures under the Open Meetings Act, but no direct contract awards or vendor selections were finalized during this session.