HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil April 15 1997WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL
Special Council Meeting
PRESENTATION
April 15, 1997
The meeting was called to order at 10 a.m. by Council Chair Ward Nelson in the
Council Chambers, 311 Grand Avenue.
Also Present:
Marlene Dawson
Tom Brown
Kathy Sutter
Barbara Brenner
Robert Imhof
Also Present:
Delores Rounds
Kathy Bovenkamp, BIA
Bob Andersen, Land Use Consultant
Skip Richards
Elizabeth Currant
Jan Willing
Doug Tuttle
Todd Jones
Herman Almoj era
Dan Gibson, Prosecuting Attorney =s Office
Absent:
Alvin Starkenburg
PRESENTATION BY TODD JONES, A PRIVATE CONSULTANT,
REGARDING A FISH ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM AND WATER
QUALITY MONITORING THROUGH THE NOOKSACK TRIBE (AB97 -136)
Todd Jones, a private consultant, gave a history of this program, followed by a U.S.
Forest Service (Alaska) video on equipment designed and patented by Jones used to assist in fish
enhancement regarding the hatchery release process. Discussion followed. Topics discussed
included the survival of hatchery vs wild fry; how planted fry are marked; survival rate;
augmentation of the planting effort; and the results of the Ten Mile Creek program.
Concern was expressed regarding various processes of meetings in that nothing was
really being accomplished, Ajust talk -. Citizens need to become proactive. Economic growth is
also needed. The issue of water quality must be dealt with. Also of concern was the length of
time for resolution of an issue. Council support of this item was requested. It was pointed out
water rights will not be solved, but a bridge will be built between the Nooksack tribe and the
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community. What was proposed was examination of the regulation datum for that particular
stream when the study is done on this proposed project.
Questions followed. Topics included tests of this system in various water qualities; a
collaborative effort;
(Clerks Note: Tape 1, side B)
accountability; timeframe; the requested budget; differences in information (Alaska vs
Washington); coordination of various groups and the need for a central depository of
information; and tribal participation in various meetings.
Deb Dobinson commented about the stream restoration, endangered species, and politics.
Jan Willing inquired what was being requested. Also, coordination of information was a
concern.
Nelson noted many questions remained unanswered that need to be answered. He
requested this item return to the Natural Resources Committee for drafting of a plan. He
suggested someone from the Department of Ecology and Fisheries be present so that everyone
would have an opportunity to respond. If this issue were to move forward with Council
endorsement, Council members would then be given both sides of this issue. This needs to be
scheduled soon to take appropriate action, as there is a timeline.
Sutter pointed out a process of a County -wide water resources management committee is
being established, which would tie in with this program.
Skip Richards inquired about getting this on the next agenda. He encouraged Council
consider that this project needs to go forward as soon as possible.
In conclusion, Jones stated he patented this process and the device both in Canada and
the U.S. He has a contract with the Nooksack Tribe to represent its use and promotion in the
state of Washington.
ADDENDUM
1. DISCUSSION REGARDING HEALTH DEPARTMENT LEASE (AB97 -018)
Present:
Ward Nelson
Kathy Sutter
Barbara Brenner
Tom Brown
Marlene Dawson
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Absent:
Alvin Starkenburg
Robert Imhof
Brown moved to go into executive session to discuss this issue.
Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 11 a.m.
Elizabeth Bennett, Recording Secretary
These minutes were approved by Council on 11998.
ATTEST: WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL
W14ATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Dana Brown - Davis, Council Clerk L. Ward Nelson, Council Chair
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