Friday, August 24, 2012

Rouge River Clean Up

By Matthew Worley

While not part of his regular duties, Wayne City Attorney Paul Bohn grabbed his chainsaw and went to work.  Together with Matt Mulholland, City of Wayne HR Director, the two worked alongside volunteer Wayne residents to remove log jams in the Rouge River.

The City is also removing the dam underneath Wayne Road at the River, made possible by a $1 million grant from the Federal Government.  This project will remove the outdated impediment and improve the river for fish and other aquatic life. 

Once the dam is removed and the log jams cleared, the river will be more accessible for canoeists.  Presently, those canoeing this stretch of the Rouge have to exit the river and make a dangerous portage across Wayne Road to get around the dam.  The goal is to clear the river all the way from Hannan Road downstream to Merriman Road by the time the dam removal is completed this fall.  After the work is done, this will be a prime recreational location right in our own backyards.

Paul Bohn, an avid outdoor enthusiast, is also a partner at Fausone Bohn, LLP.  He encourages residents to come out and help clear the river and restore it to its natural beauty.

To learn more, please see the August edition of the Wayne Dispatch, available online at:

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