ALERT The Beaumont Enterprise story establishes that common sense still exists although it isn't exhibited by the TWDB water gurus. The Toledo Bend Bi- State Alliance enabled a sensible agreement to be reached remedying a situation harmful to thousands - after many years of effort. Current TWDB plans will allow draw down of Rayburn to levels below the 96 drought levels when no launch ramps were useable and local business enterprises failed. Legislation is needed to prevent the draw down of Sam Rayburn to water elevation levels that will not sustain recreation and the associated economic interests. Inter-Basin Transfer of Texas water is a disaster in the making. Walt West >Subject: News Story >To: waltnan@gotsky.com Progress, Walt! Now on to a similar deal for Sam Rayburn? Adrian > READ- > >http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=18388695&BRD=2287&PAG=461&dept_id=512588&rfi=6 > As featured in the on-line version of The Beaumont Enterprise. >Web Address: http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/site/news.cfm?br >