11-28-2007, 04:12 PM
[cool][#0000ff]We need something as a topic of discussion, with maybe a little controversy and disagreement. This should work nicely.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I was just made aware that there is a new proposal in the works for revamping the regulations for holding fishing tournaments in Utah. Most of us have heard that there have been discussions. But, from what I have been told, the draft of the proposed new changes has not gone through the RAC process, but is still going to be voted on at the upcoming December board meeting. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]A lot of folks know what I went through to try to get Yuba Reservoir opened for perch fishing. Went to the September RAC meeting, made my proposal, got a 7-2 vote in favor, from the committee and was assured that it was a done deal. BUT, at the board meeting it was shot down...BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN INTRODUCED AT THE JUNE MEETING AND THEREFORE WENT AGAINST POLICY. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]There is a lot in this proposal that is good. There are some things that can be argued for and against by both sides of the tournament anglers groups. This is not the issue. The ISSUE is that (according to reliable sources) this proposal is being railroaded through the process by State Parks because they think that having more tournaments on our lakes will increase the revenue they are losing because of their constant rate increases and decreased levels of service.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I will not state my personal feelings, except to say that I quit competitive fishing many years ago, and that I am opposed to giving specialized groups (bass clubs) free rein to run roughshod over recreational anglers. Thankfully, this proposal DOES specify that tournament anglers will not be granted special immunity from slot restrictions, etc.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Anybody out there with a passionate feeling about this...one way or another.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Please keep your comments as objective as possible and refrain from personal attacks.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Thanks.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I was just made aware that there is a new proposal in the works for revamping the regulations for holding fishing tournaments in Utah. Most of us have heard that there have been discussions. But, from what I have been told, the draft of the proposed new changes has not gone through the RAC process, but is still going to be voted on at the upcoming December board meeting. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff][url "http://www.wildlife.utah.gov/public_meetings/info/dec8.pdf"]LINK TO DRAFT OF PROPOSAL[/url][/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]A lot of folks know what I went through to try to get Yuba Reservoir opened for perch fishing. Went to the September RAC meeting, made my proposal, got a 7-2 vote in favor, from the committee and was assured that it was a done deal. BUT, at the board meeting it was shot down...BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN INTRODUCED AT THE JUNE MEETING AND THEREFORE WENT AGAINST POLICY. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]There is a lot in this proposal that is good. There are some things that can be argued for and against by both sides of the tournament anglers groups. This is not the issue. The ISSUE is that (according to reliable sources) this proposal is being railroaded through the process by State Parks because they think that having more tournaments on our lakes will increase the revenue they are losing because of their constant rate increases and decreased levels of service.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I will not state my personal feelings, except to say that I quit competitive fishing many years ago, and that I am opposed to giving specialized groups (bass clubs) free rein to run roughshod over recreational anglers. Thankfully, this proposal DOES specify that tournament anglers will not be granted special immunity from slot restrictions, etc.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Anybody out there with a passionate feeling about this...one way or another.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Please keep your comments as objective as possible and refrain from personal attacks.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Thanks.[/#0000ff]
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