Farmers, advocates ask to file motion to dismiss water adjudication

The Ag Water Board aims to file three motions despite a stay order from the court

By: Sophia Gates

Outlets: Cascadia Daily News

Published: January 2, 2026

Words: 634

Last Updated: 1 day, 17 hours ago

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A group that opposes the state’s water rights lawsuit in the Nooksack Basin plans to file a motion to dismiss the adjudication if it receives permission from Whatcom County Superior Court to do so.

The Ag Water Board of Whatcom County manages water resources and represents agricultural interests in the Nooksack watershed. The organization believes the “adjudication would be ruinous for Whatcom’s [agricultural] community,” per its website.

Late last month, the water board, …

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