The Lake Whatcom Policy Group convened on October 1, 2025, at Bellingham City Hall for what turned into a pivotal discussion about the future of forest management in the watershed. The meeting brought together representatives from the City of Bellingham, Whatcom County, and the Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer District, along with staff and members of the public, for an in-depth presentation on the forthcoming Lake Whatcom Forest Management Plan.