I doubt that the neighbors are putting too much pressure on the bluegills. One neighbor fishes for crappie a couple of times in the spring and other than that I just very rarely see anyone out there.

I think the problem all stems from 2012 when it lost probably at least half of its water.

I can't imagine trying to seine it. It's so big, mucky, weedy and there are no obvious points or narrow spots to corner the fish.
Still it can be a lot of fun to cruise around in my $100 boat and fish it, so I'd like to bring it back and keep it healthy.

I'll contact the usual suspects and look for the largest BG and GSH available.