DNR: Public invited to comment on proposed expansion of DNR conservation areas in Jefferson County
http://www.dnr.wa.gov/news/public-invited-comment-proposed-expansion-dnr-conservation-areas-jefferson-county
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will conduct a public information meeting and a public hearing for proposals to expand two DNR-managed conservation areas near Quilcene in Jefferson County.
The proposals for Devils Lake Conservation Area and Dabob Bay Natural Area both involve the potential transfer of state owned trust lands. The Dabob Bay proposal also envisions an expanded boundary from the existing conservation area on Dabob Bay across the north end of Toandos Peninsula to include Thorndyke Bay. The proposed boundary would include additional privately owned lands. Inclusion in a conservation area boundary does not affect private owners’ uses or rights, but does allow DNR to work with partners and granting agencies to raise funds and negotiate to buy privately owned parcels from willing sellers at market value.
Comments from the public will help DNR and Commissioner of Public Lands Peter Goldmark determine whether to expand the boundaries of the conservation areas.
Public Meeting
What: Public informational meeting
When: Wednesday, September 28, 2016
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Quilcene High School, multi-purpose room, 294715 U.S. Highway 101
Public Hearing
What: Public hearing on proposed site boundaries
When: Thursday, October 13, 2016
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Quilcene High School, multi-purpose room, 294715 U.S. Highway 101
Public Comment Period
DNR is accepting written comments about the proposed boundary expansions until close-of-business on Friday, October 21, 2016. Written comments may be mailed to Washington Department of Natural Resources, Attn: NRCA Boundary Proposals, PO Box 47014, Olympia, WA, 98504-7014; or emailed to AMPD@dnr.wa.gov. For additional information, please contact Curt Pavola at 360-902-1032.
related news story: State details conservation area expansion plans for Jefferson commissioners
The state Department of Natural Resources would expand Devil’s Lake Natural Resources Conservation Area and Dabob Bay Natural Area.---PDN
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