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Jun 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission addressed a wide range of fisheries and wildlife management topics. Key discussions included a financial report on the agency's unrestricted and restricted cash balances, a climate and ocean change policy report, and the ratification of twenty temporary fishing and hunting rules. The Commission also focused on budgetary and regulatory approvals, including the 2027-29 Agency Requested Budget, 2027-28 furbearer trapping and hunting regulations, 2026 coastal fall salmon season rules, and amendments to commercial coastal pelagic species fishery regulations. Additionally, funding was approved for several conservation, outdoor recreation, and habitat enhancement projects, along with the appointment of a new Access and Habitat Board chair and the allocation of 2027 big game auction and raffle tags.
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The committee held a discussion regarding the current status of the grant program budget for the 2025-2027 biennium. Key topics included a review of the fund balance and the impact of the loss of anticipated ongoing General Fund allocations, which were clarified to be a one-time allocation. Members deliberated on how this reduction in funding necessitates adjustments to the program's scope and future grant solicitations. Additionally, the committee addressed the need for establishing guidance for land transactions and potential emergency grant pathways.
Aug 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Oregon Fish & Wildlife Commission Meeting
The commission discussed proposed regulations for electronic monitoring (EM) in the commercial Dungeness crab fishery. Key topics included equipment and subscription cost structures, the feasibility of federal funding for reimbursement, and procedures for handling EM system failures. The commissioners also debated the transition from paper logbooks to electronic reporting, the overall economic impact of the regulations on the fleet, and whether to grant an exemption for smaller vessels under 26 feet.
Aug 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission Commission Meeting
The commission discussed several key topics during the meeting. The Director's report highlighted the impact of wildfires on agency staff and facilities, and the ongoing efforts to address the potential termination of the Safe Area Fisheries Enhancement program. The financial report provided an update on cash balances, bond proceeds for hatchery resiliency projects, and trends in license sales, noting a shift toward individual license purchases. Additionally, a policy update was presented regarding efforts to foster climate resilience on state natural and working lands as directed by executive order.
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