Below are a few highlights from the Environmental Action Committee of West Marin
On Wednesday, January 8th, the Point Reyes National Seashore announced a Revised Record of Decision (ROD) for the General Management Plan Amendment (GMPA) and Settlement Agreement on the management of ranching on public parklands.
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Twelve of fourteen ranches in Point Reyes will voluntarily cease operations within 15 months;
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NPS issued the Revised ROD in light of the private, voluntary ranch closure agreements between TNC and the operators. Under these agreements, ranchers will cease operations and surrender their leases in exchange for compensation from TNC.
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The action benefits native tule elk by providing increased habitat and disallowing culling. Tule elk will be managed as one herd in Point Reyes, and elk will be allowed to expand within the park.
Read full article at Breaking: Seashore Announces Settlement + Town Hall Tomorrow
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