Post by: Bushcraft on February 05, 2025, 11:45:31 AM
The R caucus is on board the vote. The D's have been getting bombarded with emails in an effort to keep the two of them on the Commission. Actual vote will take place sometime between 12:30 and circa 1:30, or so.
Please e-mail and/or call your Senator's office and urge them to deny Inslee's last minute appointments.
https://tvw.org/video/senate-floor-debate-february-5-2025021137/?eventID=2025021137
Post by: Bushcraft on February 05, 2025, 01:21:30 PM
Inslee's idiotic appointments have been returned to the Governor's office via a pro-forma vote.
#checkmate
Post by: MADMAX on February 05, 2025, 01:24:25 PM
Good news👍
Post by: RC on February 05, 2025, 01:28:17 PM
Post by: Buckhunter24 on February 05, 2025, 01:54:50 PM
Post by: blackdog on February 05, 2025, 02:11:37 PM
Post by: hughjorgan on February 05, 2025, 02:28:02 PM
TIM RAGEN AND LYNN O’CONNOR. (WDFW)
Senate Gubernatorial Appointment bills for Tim Ragen, the citizen panel’s vice chair and former director of the US Marine Mammal Commission, and the recently appointed Lynn O’Connor of Ferry County, who replaced rancher Molly Linville of Douglas County, have been marked “returned to Governor” this afternoon.
That means Ferguson will have a chance to appoint two new members to the commission which oversees WDFW policies and hires and fires its director.
“I think this is a positive step in the right direction from the new governor,” said Ron Garner, state board president of Puget Sound Anglers. “Kudos to the Senate too! Big win for Washington State.”
Garner also credited strong tribal efforts to overturn Inslee’s decisions that came with just six days left in his third and final term and followed years of troubling appointments to the commission.
For the time being, it leaves the commission with seven members – Chair Barbara Baker of Olympia and Commissioners Jim Anderson of Buckley, John Lehmkuhl of Wenatchee, Woody Myers of Spokane, Steve Parker of Yakima, Melanie Rowland of Twisp and Lorna Smith of Port Townsend.
https://nwsportsmanmag.com/2-late-inslee-fish-and-wildlife-commission-appointments-rescinded/
Post by: Sundance on February 05, 2025, 02:34:45 PM
Post by: Bushcraft on February 05, 2025, 02:38:11 PM
Former Governor Jay Inslee’s controversial last-days appointments of two Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission members have been rescinded.
TIM RAGEN AND LYNN O’CONNOR. (WDFW)
Senate Gubernatorial Appointment bills for Tim Ragen, the citizen panel’s vice chair and former director of the US Marine Mammal Commission, and the recently appointed Lynn O’Connor of Ferry County, who replaced rancher Molly Linville of Douglas County, have been marked “returned to Governor” this afternoon.
That means Ferguson will have a chance to appoint two new members to the commission which oversees WDFW policies and hires and fires its director.
“I think this is a positive step in the right direction from the new governor,” said Ron Garner, state board president of Puget Sound Anglers. “Kudos to the Senate too! Big win for Washington State.”
Garner also credited strong tribal efforts to overturn Inslee’s decisions that came with just six days left in his third and final term and followed years of troubling appointments to the commission.
For the time being, it leaves the commission with seven members – Chair Barbara Baker of Olympia and Commissioners Jim Anderson of Buckley, John Lehmkuhl of Wenatchee, Woody Myers of Spokane, Steve Parker of Yakima, Melanie Rowland of Twisp and Lorna Smith of Port Townsend.
https://nwsportsmanmag.com/2-late-inslee-fish-and-wildlife-commission-appointments-rescinded/
It's so beautiful. Lots of strange bedfellows when it comes to politics in WA.
Garner is absolutely correct though...the tribes were clutch. Some people ought to remember that the next time they badmouth them. I for one appreciate them as an ally when it comes to fighting the anti-consumption nonsense.
Post by: fishngamereaper on February 05, 2025, 02:47:06 PM
But.... where's Ferguson's alliance's lie...
Who's on his radar...
Post by: Bushcraft on February 05, 2025, 02:55:01 PM
It's a start....small win.
But.... where's Ferguson's alliance's lie...
Who's on his radar...
How do you think the anti-consumption crowd gained control over the Commission?
Base hits. Small wins.
Hunters and anglers would do well to keep that approach in mind and emulate it...early and often.
Post by: TriggerMike on February 05, 2025, 03:02:51 PM
Post by: elkrack on February 05, 2025, 03:15:16 PM
I've been saying for years that our only hope left in this state is the Tribes. Hopefully they've donated enough to his campaigns to truly have his ear on these appointments going forward...
:yeah:
Post by: Sundance on February 05, 2025, 03:15:40 PM
Owen Rowe
Senior Policy Advisor
Natural Resources
owen.rowe@gov.wa.gov
Joe Impecoven
Special Assistant
Outdoor Recreation
joe.impecoven@gov.wa.gov
Post by: Bushcraft on February 05, 2025, 05:25:45 PM
Anyone who's submitted an application for the Commission in the past, I encourage to reach out again. Ragen held a Western WA seat and O'Connor an Eastern WA seat. The new Senior Policy Advisor(s) to the Governor are below:
Owen Rowe
Senior Policy Advisor
Natural Resources
owen.rowe@gov.wa.gov
Joe Impecoven
Special Assistant
Outdoor Recreation
joe.impecoven@gov.wa.gov
Please be respectful when contacting them.
We're trying to build relationships and lines of communication for the benefit of sustainable, truly science-based management of our wildlife and wild places.
Post by: Caseyd on February 05, 2025, 06:01:24 PM
Anyone who's submitted an application for the Commission in the past, I encourage to reach out again. Ragen held a Western WA seat and O'Connor an Eastern WA seat. The new Senior Policy Advisor(s) to the Governor are below:
Owen Rowe
Senior Policy Advisor
Natural Resources
owen.rowe@gov.wa.gov
Joe Impecoven
Special Assistant
Outdoor Recreation
joe.impecoven@gov.wa.gov
Owen is the former WDFW Budget Director
Post by: O. Nerka on February 05, 2025, 06:36:59 PM
Post by: dwils233 on February 05, 2025, 07:15:21 PM
Anyone who's submitted an application for the Commission in the past, I encourage to reach out again. Ragen held a Western WA seat and O'Connor an Eastern WA seat. The new Senior Policy Advisor(s) to the Governor are below:
Owen Rowe
Senior Policy Advisor
Natural Resources
owen.rowe@gov.wa.gov
Joe Impecoven
Special Assistant
Outdoor Recreation
joe.impecoven@gov.wa.gov
Please be respectful when contacting them.
We're trying to build relationships and lines of communication for the benefit of sustainable, truly science-based management of our wildlife and wild places.
Ding ding.this means we have an opportunity for a relationship. Don't spike the ball into the ground now or act a fool
Post by: actionshooter on February 05, 2025, 07:27:47 PM
Post by: Skyvalhunter on February 05, 2025, 07:39:28 PM
Post by: idahohuntr on February 05, 2025, 07:54:39 PM
Man I hope that Molly Linville gets renominated.:yeah: and Kim Thorburn.
I'd bet a fair sum of money if this Gov would also dump Lorna and Melanie, and appointed reasonable people, you would see a functional commission again.
Post by: elksnout on February 05, 2025, 08:51:35 PM
Anyone who's submitted an application for the Commission in the past, I encourage to reach out again. Ragen held a Western WA seat and O'Connor an Eastern WA seat. The new Senior Policy Advisor(s) to the Governor are below:
Owen Rowe
Senior Policy Advisor
Natural Resources
owen.rowe@gov.wa.gov
Joe Impecoven
Special Assistant
Outdoor Recreation
joe.impecoven@gov.wa.gov
How would you suggest to wordsmith an email to the both of them that’s an easy read for them while making your point?
elksnout
Post by: Humptulips on February 05, 2025, 09:11:58 PM
Kim or Molly but you can't have both. I'll hope for Brian Blake in place of Ragen.Man I hope that Molly Linville gets renominated.:yeah: and Kim Thorburn.
I'd bet a fair sum of money if this Gov would also dump Lorna and Melanie, and appointed reasonable people, you would see a functional commission again.
Post by: blackdog on February 06, 2025, 07:56:48 AM
Post by: LDennis24 on February 06, 2025, 10:28:39 PM
Post by: bearpaw on February 06, 2025, 11:56:38 PM
https://nwsportsmanmag.com/2-late-inslee-fish-and-wildlife-commission-appointments-rescinded/
It's awesome news, I've been told the tribes were a huge help, there may be some hope!
Post by: LDennis24 on February 07, 2025, 07:43:54 AM
https://nwsportsmanmag.com/2-late-inslee-fish-and-wildlife-commission-appointments-rescinded/
It's awesome news, I've been told the tribes were a huge help, there may be some hope!
Yeah the article mentions the tribes being a big part of it this time. I hope they stick with it (the tribes) and beat the door down to get some changes made for everyone. I just wonder what Ferguson is going to do. I have no idea how he feels about hunting and fishing rights and if he possibly does any outdoor recreating at all. :dunno:
Post by: Bushcraft on February 07, 2025, 08:06:05 AM
Post by: Elkaholic daWg on February 07, 2025, 08:27:33 AM
It's my understanding that he's somewhat ambivalent. There are much more pressing things on his radar. He's an avid hiker.
That could be a bad thing.....
Us and the Tribes on the same side? Who'da Thunk it? Obviously not Inslard!
Post by: Bushcraft on February 07, 2025, 09:57:54 AM
It's my understanding that he's somewhat ambivalent. There are much more pressing things on his radar. He's an avid hiker.
That could be a bad thing.....
Us and the Tribes on the same side? Who'da Thunk it? Obviously not Inslard!
Or...it could be a good thing. Let's try and be constructively positive.
We've been on the same side with the Tribes more than most people will ever know. They/we want more fish and critters roaming about.
I'd much rather work with entities that share our consumptive hunting and angling interests than anti-consumption whackos. There's zero opportunity to have rational conversations and negotiations with the latter.
Post by: Special T on February 07, 2025, 10:11:10 AM
Post by: Sundance on February 07, 2025, 04:53:56 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on February 07, 2025, 05:16:07 PM
Anyone who’s submitted an application in the past is encouraged to resubmit a new application. They won’t be going off the old applications on file FYI.
If your throwing your name in again good luck...
I suspect Ferg doesn't really care .. he'll take the advice of his advisors..so I'm skeptical..
Post by: Sundance on February 07, 2025, 05:43:56 PM
Anyone who’s submitted an application in the past is encouraged to resubmit a new application. They won’t be going off the old applications on file FYI.
If your throwing your name in again good luck...
I suspect Ferg doesn't really care .. he'll take the advice of his advisors..so I'm skeptical..
I’ve got nothing to lose, might as well throw the Hail Mary.
Post by: fishngamereaper on February 07, 2025, 06:13:51 PM
:tup:Anyone who’s submitted an application in the past is encouraged to resubmit a new application. They won’t be going off the old applications on file FYI.
If your throwing your name in again good luck...
I suspect Ferg doesn't really care .. he'll take the advice of his advisors..so I'm skeptical..
I’ve got nothing to lose, might as well throw the Hail Mary.
Post by: Buckhunter24 on February 07, 2025, 08:55:44 PM
Post by: Humptulips on February 07, 2025, 10:56:19 PM
Post by: Bushcraft on February 08, 2025, 08:48:19 AM
I guess the two Commissioners were returned to the Governor at his request.
Correct, but he needed the Senate votes to do so.
Post by: Elkaholic daWg on February 08, 2025, 08:49:52 AM
It's my understanding that he's somewhat ambivalent. There are much more pressing things on his radar. He's an avid hiker.
That could be a bad thing.....
Us and the Tribes on the same side? Who'da Thunk it? Obviously not Inslard!
Or...it could be a good thing. Let's try and be constructively positive.
We've been on the same side with the Tribes more than most people will ever know. They/we want more fish and critters roaming about.
I'd much rather work with entities that share our consumptive hunting and angling interests than anti-consumption whackos. There's zero opportunity to have rational conversations and negotiations with the latter.
What I was referring (Bad Thing) to is greenie hikers fear of armed folks sharing their trails and woods
Post by: Sundance on February 17, 2025, 09:07:37 PM
Post by: Special T on February 18, 2025, 10:05:53 AM
Post by: fishngamereaper on February 18, 2025, 11:03:13 AM
Would be cool to know the others. Be nice if the interviews where made public.
Post by: Sundance on March 04, 2025, 02:57:17 PM
Post by: TriggerMike on March 04, 2025, 05:04:18 PM
2nd round interviews are being scheduled, narrowing down the field.Where are you finding this info?