WASHINGTON FISH AND WILDLIFE
COMMISSION MEETING
December 3-4, 2011
Natural Resource Building, Room 172
Olympia, Washington
ATTENDANCE: |
Commission |
Public |
Miranda Wecker, Chair |
Dave Kuno |
Gary Douvia, Vice Chair |
David Montoya |
David Jennings |
Laurence R. Ruff |
Connie Mahnken |
Walt Christenson |
Chuck Perry |
Linda Saunders |
Rollie Schmitten |
Diane Gallegos |
Brad Smith |
Fred Martinsen |
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Carroll Rieck |
Commission Staff: |
Jack Field |
Tami Lininger |
Tony L. Wells |
Erin Gariépy |
B. Dezihan |
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Bill Vincent |
Department Staff |
Wendy Spencer |
Phil Anderson, Director |
Bruce Roberts |
Joe Stohr, Deputy Director |
Mary Margaret O'Connell |
Bill Frymire, AGPO |
Tom Gallegos |
Nate Pamplin |
Alex Moskwa |
Greg Schirato |
Jillary Cooley |
Joe McCanna |
Heather Hilf |
Ron Warren |
Mary Ann Murphy |
Dan Budd |
Peggy Macki |
Bruce Bjork |
Kim Young |
Craig Burley |
Sherri Hill |
Kirt Hughes |
John Farrar |
and other department staff |
Roberta Smith |
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David Graves |
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Fred Martinson |
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Jim Goldsmith |
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George Ziegltrum |
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Danielle Hanfer |
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Tony L. Wells |
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Jan Sharkey |
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Perry Huston |
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Ruth Musgrave |
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Dale Bristow |
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Shelly Bristow |
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Jessica Biles |
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Charles Biles |
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Steve Brown |
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Sarah Poinsett |
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Steve Aksumit |
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Kaye Adkins |
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Wendy Danielson |
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Nick Bromen |
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Erik Wriber |
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Donna Snow |
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Tim McElwee |
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Kaitlin McElwee |
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Phil Andersen |
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Mark Pidegeon |
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Story Warren |
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Demel Curry |
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Shawndra Michell |
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Michele Beal-Erwin |
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FRIDAY, DECMEBER 2, 2011
Chair Wecker called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
Call to Order:
1a. Commissioners’ Discussion
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Association of Fish and Wildlife Agency (AFWA)
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Conference Call scheduled with Marty Loesch, Chief of Staff, Governor’s Office
1b. Director's Report
- Performance Review & Delegation of Authority – tabled until after Item 11 Executive Session
- Coastal Crab Fishery
- Hatcheries
- Hunting season results
- Pacific Salmon Commission
- US-Canada Pacific Whiting Treaty
- Budget
2. Open Public Input:
The following individuals provided oral testimony on items of interest of concern during this portion of the meeting:
- David Montoya - Sturgeon
- Dave Kuno - Sturgeon
- Jack Fields - Wolves
3. Enforcement Program Overview – Briefing
Chief Bruce Bjork briefed the Commission on the current structure, expertise, challenges, and proactive approach to protecting our natural resources and the public served.
4. Fish Program Overview – Briefing
Jim Scott briefed the Commission on the current structure, expertise, collaboration and
proactive approach to protecting, conserving and restoring fish and shellfish and the
ecosystems they depend on.
5. Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities Report
Bill Vincent, Americans with Disabilities Advisory Committee Chair presented the required legislative report, detailing the effectiveness of the advisory committee including, but not limited to, the participation levels, general interest, quality of advice, and recommendations as to the advisory committee's continuance or modification to the Commission for approval.
6. Proposed Land Transactions – Decision
The Commission considered various land transactions presented by Dan Budd, Real Estate Section Manager, Wildlife Program for the protection of critical fish and wildlife habitat, enhancement of public recreation opportunities and responsible property management:
The Department is recommending the following actions:
- Proposed Acquisition of 2 acres in Mason County
- Proposed Acquisition of 95 acres in Wahkiakum County
- Proposed Acquisition of 40 acres in Grant County
- Proposed Timber Thinning on the Scotch Creek and Sinlahekin Wildlife Areas
- Proposed Acquisition in Asotin County
Commissioner Douvia moved, seconded Commissioner Perry to approve all lands transactions as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
7. Private Lands Program Overview – Briefing
At the request of the Commission Greg Schirato and Joe McCanna provided an overview of the Private Lands Program, including focus areas, funding sources and opportunities, and examples of improvements to habitat, hunter access and watchable wildlife opportunities.
8. Sportfishing Regulations 2012-13 – Rule Briefing
Craig Burley briefed the Commission on the upcoming Sportfishing rules and regulations for the 2012-13 season.
9. Executive Session
Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i), the Commission will meet in executive session to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency litigation or potential litigation to which the agency is, or is likely to become, a party. No action will be taken in executive session, and the public is not permitted to attend the executive session.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2011
10. Adoption of Wolf Conservation & Management Plan – Decision:
Nate Pamplin presented the draft Wolf Conservation and Management Plan for approval.
- Attachments - PDF format (29 KB)
Commissioner Jennings moved, seconded by Commissioner Smith to adopt the Final Recommended Wolf Conservation and Management Plan for Washington as the recovery and management plan (Recovery Plan) for the gray wolf pursuant to WAC 232-12-297 and incorporate amendments in Attachments A, B, and C. Motion passed unanimously.
11. Executive Session
Pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(g), the Commission will meet in executive session to review the performance of a public employee.
12. Summary of Commission Requests
- Colockum Elk Heard – wildlife committee discussion, Commission briefing
Commissioner Douvia moved, seconded by Commissioner Perry to approve request. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioners and Director reviewed pending Commission requests.
13. Miscellaneous and Meeting Debrief
- Wolf Recovery and Management draft document
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WAFWA meeting
Chair Wecker adjourned the meeting at 12:50
