HomeMy Public PortalAboutAB 19-257 Idaho Wildlife Federation Letter of SupportMcCALL CITY COUNCIL 216 East Park Street
AGENDA BILL McCall, Idaho 83638
Number AB 19-257
Meeting Date November 21, 2019
AGENDA ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT:
Idaho Wildlife Federation Presentation regarding Salmon and Steelhead Decline in Idaho and Request to Approve Letter of Support
Department Approvals
Initials
Originator
or
Supporter
Mayor / Council
City Manager
Clerk
ST
Originator
Treasurer
Community Development
Police Department
Public Works
Golf Course
COST IMPACT:
Parks and Recreation
FUNDING SOURCE:
Airport
Library
TIMELINE:
Information Systems
Grant Coordinator
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
At Mayor Aymon’s invite, Garret Visser, Conservation Program Coordinator at the Idaho Wildlife Federation, will present the decline in salmon and steelhead in Idaho, and what towns can
do to speak up for our fish. He is also asking the Council to show support by signing a River of Unity letter addressed to the Governor and the Idaho State Representatives and Senators
(attached).
The Idaho Wildlife Federation (IWF) is a non-profit organization that advocates for the conservation of Idaho’s fish and wildlife, habitat, and outdoor heritage. As a statewide, nonpartisan
group founded by sportsmen and women, IWF seeks creative and proactive solutions to solve complex natural resource issues that impact fish and wildlife, habitats, and hunting and fishing
opportunities. Their efforts advance “made in Idaho” solutions to the modern challenges of wildlife management and they believe wildlife and sporting opportunities can thrive while
maintaining local economies and working agricultural landscapes. They advocate effectively for sound policy, vehemently defend public lands in public hands, and work with public officials
to achieve their goals and bring a sportsman voice to the planning table. IWF seeks to spread awareness on behalf of issues that support Idaho's fish and wildlife populations, the delicate
habitats that support them, and access to these resources by sportsmen and women alike. IWF works tirelessly on proactive efforts to enhance fish and wildlife populations and hunting
and fishing experiences, while defending against the increasing threats of disease, invasive species, pollution, and privatization.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve the River of Unity letter of support and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
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