1. CALL TO ORDER

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2. Open Public Input

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The Commission is a direct link between citizens of Washington and the Department of Fish and Wildlife.  Comments on Department programs and topics of concern are welcome during this portion of the meeting.

NOTE: During this portion of the meeting, the public is encouraged to comment on issues that are not on the agenda for decision action.

3. Enforcement Program Overview – Briefing

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Department staff will brief the Commission on the current structure, expertise, collaboration and proactive approach to protecting, conserving and restoring fish and wildlife and the ecosystems they depend on.

- Summary - PDF format (110 KB)
- Enforcement Program Overview - PDF Format (5.0 MB)

Staff Report:
Bruce Bjork, Chief, Enforcement Program

4. Fish Program Overview – Briefing

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Department staff will brief the Commission on the current structure, expertise, collaboration and proactive approach to protecting, conserving and restoring fish and wildlife and the ecosystems they depend on.

- Summary - PDF format (9 KB)
- Fish Program Overview - PDF Format (2.0 MB)

5. Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities Report

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Americans with Disabilities Advisory Committee Chair will present 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.

- Summary - PDF format (4 MB)
- Report - PDF format (363 KB)
- Presentation - PDF format (169 KB)

ADA Committee Chair: Bill Vincent

6. Proposed Land Transactions - Decision

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The Commission will consider approval of various land transactions recommended by the Department 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:

- Summary - PDF format (2 MB)

Staff Report:
Dan Budd, Real Estate Section Manager, Wildlife Program

7. Private Lands Program Overview - Briefing

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At the request of the Commission Department staff will provide an overview of Private Lands Program, including focus areas, funding sources and opportunities, and examples of improvements to habitat, hunter access and watchable wildlife opportunities.

- Summary - PDF format (709 KB)
- Lands Program Overview - PDF format (9.0 MB)

Staff Report:
Greg Schirato, Deputy Assistant Director, Wildlife Program
Joe McCanna, Upland Bird Specialist, Wildlife Program

8. Sportfishing Regulations 2012-13 – Rule Briefing

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Department staff will brief the Commission on the upcoming Sportfishing rules and regulations for the 2012-13 season.

- Summary - PDF format (21.2 MB)
- Sportfishing Regulations 2012-2013 Presentation - PDF format (283 KB)

Staff Report:
Craig Burley, Fish Management Division Manager, Fish Program

9. Executive Session :

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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. 

10. Adoption of Wolf Conservation & Management Plan - Decision:

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Department staff will present the draft Wolf Conservation and Management Plan (Plan) for approval.

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Staff Report:
Nate Pamplin, Assistant Director, Wildlife Program

11. Executive Session

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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 & 13. MISCELLANEOUS AND MEETING DEBRIEF:

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The Commission and Director will discuss and make updates to the current list of Commission requests to the Department and may consider new requests. The Commission will discuss items that arise immediately before or during the meeting and after the preliminary agenda is published.