Commercial development of the Henry’s Lake Flats doesn't preserve, protect Idaho's public land • Idaho Capital Sun

Commercial development of the Henry’s Lake Flats doesn't preserve, protect Idaho's public land • Idaho Capital Sun

Development near the Henry's Lake Flats near the Island Park area would permanently destroy wildlife habitat and recreation opportunities, writes guest columnist Ken Watts. (Photo courtesy of Gary Lewis) The Idaho Land Board and the Idaho Department of Lands are planning to “commercially” develop Idaho public lands throughout the state.  The Idaho Constitution requires that Idaho maximize profits from endowment lands to support schools. However,…