1. CALL TO ORDER

2. OPEN PUBLIC INPUT

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The Commission is a direct link between citizens of Washington and the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Comments on Department programs and topics of concern are welcome during this portion of the meeting. NOTE: During this portion of the meeting, the public is encouraged to comment on issues not on the agenda for action.

3. WILDLIFE INTERACTION RULES – RULE ACTION:

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The Commission will consider adoption of permanent Wildlife Interaction Rules postponed from the May 7, 2010, meeting via conference call to this meeting. The Commission held a public hearing on the policy updates at its April 9-10, 2010, meeting in Leavenworth.

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Staff Contact:
Dave Ware, Game Division Manager, Wildlife Program

4. PROPOSED LAND TRANSACTIONS – DECISION:

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The Commission will consider approval of various land transactions recommended by the Department for the protection of critical fish and wildlife habitat, provide public recreational opportunity and address responsible property management:

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Staff Contact:
Dan Budd, Real Estate Manager, Wildlife Program

5. FALCONRY – RULE BRIEFING & PUBLIC HEARING:

Rule Briefing
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Public Testimony
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Department staff will brief the Commission on proposed rule amendments to Falconry regulations. The Commission will consider adoption of permanent rules at its August 6-7**, 2010, meeting in Olympia.

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Staff Report:
Eric Cummins, Wildlife Program

6. NON-TOXIC SHOT REQUIREMENTS – RULE BRIEFING & PUBLIC HEARING:

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Department staff will brief the Commission on proposed amendments to WAC 232-12-068, Nontoxic shot requirements, adding two areas to the list of Department-owned lands where only nontoxic shot is allowed in order to avoid potential lead shot poisoning of wildlife. The Commission will consider final action on the proposals at its August 6-7**, 2010, meeting in Olympia.

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Staff Report:
Don Kraege, Waterfowl Section Manager, Wildlife Program.

7. BAYVIEW GAME RESERVE – RULE BRIEFING & PUBLIC HEARING:

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Department staff will brief the Commission on proposed rule amendments to WAC 232-16-690 Bayview Game Reserve, to increase access to shore areas and enhance user opportunities. The proposed changes are consistent with 2010 legislation. The Commission will consider adoption of permanent rules at its August 6-7**, 2010, meeting in Olympia.

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Staff Report:
Don Kraege, Waterfowl Section Manager, Wildlife Program.

Agenda Items 8-11
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8. LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS

9. SUMMARY OF COMMISSION REQUESTS:
Commissioners will review the current list of Commission requests to the Department and may consider new requests.

10. OPEN PUBLIC INPUT
The Commission is a direct link between citizens of Washington and the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Comments on Department programs and topics of concern are welcome during this portion of the meeting.

11. MISCELLANEOUS AND MEETING DEBRIEF:
The Commission will discuss items that arise immediately before or during the meeting and after the preliminary agenda is published.

ADJOURN