FISH AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION
MEETING via CONFERENCE CALL
January 21, 2011
Olympia, Washington

Chair Wecker called the meeting to order at 8:35 a.m.

The Commission will consider approval of minutes from various Commission meetings held by conference call:

Commissioner Douvia moved, seconded by Commissioner Schmitten, to approve the meeting minutes as presented. The motion carried unanimously.
(Commissioner Jennings was absent for discussion and vote on this item.)

B. COLUMBIA RIVER WHITE STURGEON MANAGEMENT POLICY – DECISION
The Commission reviewed the Columbia River White Sturgeon Management Policy, C-3001, as presented by Bill Tweit. The proposed policy includes new language about the annual review that was discussed by the Commission at its January 7-8, 2011, meeting in Olympia. 

Commissioner Mahnken moved, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to adopt the updated Policy C-3001 as presented.  The motion carried unanimously.

C.  ELECTION OF COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR – DECISION:
The Commissioners discussed the need for continuity and strong leadership during these tough economic times.

Commissioner Schmitten moved, seconded by Commissioner Mahnken, to retain the current Chair, Miranda Wecker and current Vice Chair, Gary Douvia to serve for two more years in these positions. The motion carried unanimously.

D.  GENERAL DISCUSSION:
Commissioners and Department staff discussed recent activities and items of interest, including:

Chair Wecker adjourned the meeting at 9:40 a.m.