Rancher Joe Lemire is challenging the Washington Department of Ecology’s regulatory authority. The department asserts that it has the ability to monitor and prevent pollution.
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Courtney Flatt
Pataha Creek downstream from Joe Lemire's Ranch.
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Courtney Flatt
Joe Lemire has roughly 29 head of cattle. He says the cattle do not spend much time crossing Pataha Creek to reach other pastures. The state says this creates the potential for pollution.