HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2004-10Suggested by: Council Member Moore
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, EMPHASIZING THE
IMPORTANCE FOR THE ALASKA LEGISLATURE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE FUNDING FOR THE
ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF FISH & GAME TO CONTINUE ESSENTIAL MANAGEMENT OF
ALASKA'S WILD FISH AND GAME POPULATIONS.
WHEREAS, the Alaska Department of Fish & Game is responsible for the management of
Alaska's wild fish and game populations which is of essential importance to the economy of
Alaska and the well being of its citizens; and,
WHEREAS, the wild fish and game populations allow the commercial fishing industry to return
vital revenues to communities and the State of Alaska through raw fish taxes, provides income
to individuals which in turn support businesses and communities throughout the state, and
are a key component in the attractiveness of Alaska as a tourism destination; and,
WHEREAS, in addition, sport fishing, subsistence, and related tourism, which also provides
income to the State, communities, and individuals, is also dependent on fish and game
research and funding; and,
WHEREAS, management of fish and game resources depend on adequate scientific research
programs to ensure the sustainability and balance of subsistence, sport, and commercial uses;
and,
WHEREAS, deficient funding of facilities and personnel may result in a lack of the necessary
scientific research to allow some existing fishing opportunities to continue and may prevent
new opportunities to occur.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, as
follows:
Section 1' It emphasizes the importance for the Alaska Legislature to provide
adequate funding for the Alaska Department of Fish & Game to continue essential management
of Alaska's wild fish and game populations.
Section 2' Copies of this resolution be forwarded to Governor Murkowski,
Commissioner Duffy and members of the Alaska Legislature.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENA~,/KA, th~~~z.0~.~2004.
ATTEST:
Carol L. Fre~as, City Clerk
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