DEC Contact: Jeff Wernick (518) 402-8000 May 27, 2020
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DEC INVITES PUBLIC COMMENT ON DRAFT TROUT STREAM MANAGEMENT PLANAnglers Are Encouraged to Review and Comment before June 25 |
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New Approach to Managing New York’s Trout Streams New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced that DEC is seeking angler feedback on a proposed plan to manage trout in inland streams. The proposed changes are designed to safeguard wild trout and expand fishing opportunities. The deadline for the public to comment on the draft plan is June 25, 2020. Significant aspects of the plan are the direct result of public meetings held with anglers in 2017, to identify desired outcomes for the State’s numerous and diverse trout streams. The plan covers a broad spectrum of management areas and angler interests associated with trout stream management in New York.
DEC encourages the public to comment on the Draft Trout Stream Management Plan, which is available at DEC’s website. Public comments will be accepted through June 25, 2020. Following a review of public comments received and further evaluation this summer, DEC will finalize the plan and begin implementation. |
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