Power Council Seeks Comments On Projects

Thu., May 30, 1996

From Staff And Wire Reports

The Northwest Power Planning Council is collecting public comments on a list of projects to protect and enhance fish and wildlife in the Columbia River Basin.

The projects were prioritized by state, federal and Indian tribal fisheries managers for funding by the Bonneville Power Administration in fiscal year 1997, which begins in September.

In a budget agreement between Congress and the Clinton administration, BPA agreed to provide an average of $252 million per year to fund fish and wildlife projects such as dam modifications, fish hatchery improvements and research.

The public comment period ends June 17. For a list of the projects, call the Council’s office in Portland at (800) 222-3355 and request Document 96-9. Send comments to Mark Walker, Public Affairs Director, Northwest Power Planning Council, 851 SW Sixth Ave., Suite 1100, Portland 97201.

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