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Action on Quiet Waters Initiative expected May 26

by Western News
| May 12, 2017 4:00 AM

The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will act on the Quiet Waters rule proposal in a meeting rescheduled for 8:30 a.m. May 26 at Montana WILD.

The proposed rules included language restricting motorized boating on a variety of rivers and streams across the state.

The meeting will be streamed live via video conferencing at all regional commission offices. Public comments will be taken at the meeting and can also be given in person at any regional office or at Montana WILD.

The commission will hold a work session 4 p.m. the day before at its headquarters in Helena for an overview of the proposal.

Audio of both the work session and meeting will be streamed live at www.fwp.mt.gov.

The commission initiated rulemaking last spring on a petition submitted by Backcountry Hunters and Anglers titled the Quiet Waters Initiative. Public hearings on the proposed rules were held throughout Montana in January and extensive public comment was received.

For the agenda and more information visit fwp.mt.gov and click on “For Commission Information.”

FWP meetings are fully accessible to individuals with special needs. To request arrangements call 406-444-3186.