Public hearing announced for Temporary Wildlife Special Action Request WSA20-07 concerning community harvest systems in Units 11, 12, and 13

Temporary Special Action Request WSA20-07, submitted by the Office of Subsistence Management, requests an exception to 50 CFR 100.26(e)(2) for the Ahtna Intertribal Resource Commission (AITRC)-administered community harvest systems for moose and caribou in Units 11, 12, and 13 for the 2020-2022 regulatory cycle.  This request would add language to the regulations for the community harvest systems in these three units as follows:

“Animals taken by those opting to participate in this community harvest system do not count toward the harvest limits of any individuals who do not opt to participate in this community harvest system.”

The public is encouraged to participate in this hearing by calling the telephone number below. When prompted, enter the passcode. Comments will be forwarded to the Board for consideration.

Public Hearing Information:

Thursday, August 13, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (or until the end of public participation)

Teleconference: Toll Free: (888) 566-1030   

Passcode: 3344290

The Board is committed to providing access to this public meeting for all participants. Please direct requests for accommodation needs to the Office of Subsistence Management at (800) 478-1456 or (907) 786-3888 or by e-mail subsistence@fws.gov at least seven business days prior to the meeting. 

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