The dam in question impedes fish movement and ultimately isolates approximately 300 miles of high quality stream habitat on the Kishwaukee River. Each person in attendance was encouraged to ask questions, make comments and request more information on the project. In addition to the informal discussions, formal presentations were conducted on fish passage alternatives with case studies from Wisconsin and Minnesota rivers. The meeting was closely coordinated with other federal, state and local government offices.

An application for State of Illinois C-2000 funds has been submitted to further analyze selected alternatives. In addition to organizing the public meeting, Rock Island Field Office staff have worked hard to expand the project team to include both the USGS and the US EPA to an already long list of active participants. Rock Island Field Office staff have been a strong advocate of the project and will continue to facilitate efforts toward a project that is compatible with local interests and enhancement of this important river resource.