The apparent low flow in the Albany-Santiam Canal made me wonder how our water supply was holding up this summer, which has been drier than usual and exceptionally warm. The word from the city of Albany is that we’re in pretty good shape but should conserve water when we can.
Tags: Albany water supply, Albany-Santiam Canal, drought, North Santiam, South Santiam, water supply
On Vine, council nixes permanent encroachments
The Albany City Council is not too sure what to do about encroachments on the Vine Street right-of-way that lines the Santiam canal. But council members are clear on one thing;Â They don’t want to allow permanent structures in the undeveloped space.
Tags: Albany-Santiam Canal, occupying right-of-way, right-of-way, Vine Street