ODNR seeking public comment for boat ramp improvement projects
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife invites the public to provide comments on planned boat ramp improvement projects until Monday, Sept. 30.
The Division of Wildlife has future improvement projects planned for boat ramps at Deer Creek State Park, Hoover Reservoir’s Walnut Road location and Berlin Lake’s Bonner Road location. The National Environmental Policy Act allows for the public to provide input on the Division of Wildlife’s Environmental Assessment for these types of projects.
The Environmental Assessment can be viewed online at wildohio.gov. Comments can be submitted through Monday, Sept. 30 via email to Ricardo.Granados@dnr.ohio.gov, or mailed to the Division of Wildlife, attn: Ricardo Granados, 2045 Morse Rd., Building G, Columbus, Ohio 43229.
Since 1950, the Sport Fish Restoration program has dedicated permanent funding to fishery conservation through federal excise taxes on sport fishing equipment, import duties on fishing tackle and pleasure boats, and the portion of the gasoline fuel tax attributable to small engines and motorboats.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service annually apportions these funds that the Division of Wildlife uses to acquire habitat, produce and stock fish, conduct research and assessment surveys, provide aquatic education and secure fishing access.
The National Environmental Policy Act was signed into law on Jan. 1, 1970. The federal law requires an analysis of the environmental impacts of proposed actions.
The mission of the Division of Wildlife is to conserve and improve fish and wildlife resources and their habitats for sustainable use and appreciation by all. Visit wildohio.gov to find out more.
In 2024, join ODNR in celebrating 75 years of protecting Ohio’s natural resources and providing outstanding and award-winning recreational opportunities.
ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.
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