Pond Committee Hears Divided Public On Drawdown Strategy
Bare Hill Pond committee held public forum on drawdown strategy amid resident division. Approximately 40 residents attended to address pond management concerns. Chair Bruce Leicher reported water quality metrics remain positive: Secchi disk clarity at 13.5 feet and total phosphorus at 0.017 mg/L.
Bare Hill Pond Watershed Management · Meeting of July 16, 2026
HARVARD — Bare Hill Pond committee held public forum on drawdown strategy amid resident division. Approximately 40 residents attended to address pond management concerns. Chair Bruce Leicher reported water quality metrics remain positive: Secchi disk clarity at 13.5 feet and total phosphorus at 0.017 mg/L.
The forum revealed sharp division on the drawdown strategy, with supporters citing improved swimming and water clarity, while opponents raised concerns about low water levels, property damage, and questioned whether the committee has installed required groundwater monitoring wells. The committee committed to reviewing all comments and responding at a future meeting.
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Source: the Bare Hill Pond Watershed Management meeting of July 16, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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