Agreed. The idea of migration propably has to emerge from the community itself. It is quite humane for mods to cling to their position and to impede dismantling of their communities. That being said there has been some brave harbingers among moderators.

I think that every comment and post here is a step forward. After all more content means more people, and more peolpe means more content.

If there are other lakes try to build a nice oasis surrounded with parks and greenery! If no clean water is available, maybe a central park instead?