Palouse Ridge (Pullman WA) & WSU sued for water rights

[Richard Choi]

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2015247012_apwawsugolfcourse1stldwritethru.html

Opponents of the 7,305-yard course contend WSU is mining the declining aquifer that provides water to the region for an amenity, not a need. Washington State University officials said their use of water is lawful, and called the effort of opponents "misguided."

How much longer before other desert golf courses get sued left and right?

I am actually surprised that something like this don't occur more often...

[Garland Bayley]

"As measured by a well on the WSU campus, the aquifer has been dropping an average of 1.3 feet per year since the 1930s."

"This university sits atop a declining aquifer," said Coombs. "WSU should be leader in water sustainability not only in Pullman but throughout the nation."

Now WSU, what is the misguided action?

[Bill_McBride]

The proper question should be, were the necessary permits obtained to build and operate the course?