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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Commission Work Session 9:00am, Wednesday March 27, 2024.


This is the Livestream for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Work Session at 9:00am, Wednesday March 27, 2024. The Wednesday March 27, 2024, open meeting of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will be held in person and by teleconference at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Austin Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. The public may listen to the meeting by calling the toll-free number Call (888) 978-8818 When prompted, use the access code: 8201869#, or by accessing the TPWD website at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/about/remote-participation NOTICE REGARDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT AGENDA ITEMS Additional information about the agenda items listed above is available on the TPWD website at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/business/feedback/meetings/2024/0328/agenda/ NOTICE REGARDING ORDER OF AGENDA ITEMS Items may be taken up in an order other than that listed on the agenda. NOTICE REGARDING EXECUTIVE SESSION In addition to the items for which an Executive Session is scheduled, the Commission may meet in Executive (Closed) Session on any item listed above if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551. Work Session Wednesday, March 27, 2024 9:00 a.m. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Commission Hearing Room 4200 Smith School Road Austin, TX 78744 Jeffery D. Hildebrand, Commission Chair David Yoskowitz, Ph.D., Executive Director Approval of the Previous Minutes from the Commission Work Session held January 24, 2024 Land and Water Plan 1. Update on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Progress in Implementing the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Land and Water Resources Conservation and Recreation Plan – David Yoskowitz, Ph.D. Internal Affairs Update Land and Water Resources Conservation and Recreation Plan Update Financial 2. Financial Overview – Reggie Pegues 3. Briefing – Strategic Plan Update – Michael Goldsmith 4. Internal Audit Update – Brandy Meeks Natural Resources 5. License, Permit, Boat, and Motor Fees and 2024–2025 Statewide Recreational and Commercial Fishing Proclamation – Oversized Spotted Seatrout Tag – Recommended Adoption of Proposed Changes – Dakus Geeslin (Action Item No. 1) 6. 2024-2025 Statewide Hunting and Migratory Game Bird Proclamation – Recommended Adoption of Proposed Changes – Owen Fitzsimmons, Jason Hardin, Blaise Korzekwa (Action Item No. 2) 7. Banning Canned Hunts and Establishing Trap Check Standard Rules for Mountain Lions - Request Permission to Publish Proposed Rules in Texas Register – Richard Heilbrun 8. BRIEFING – Mountain Lion Management Plan, Voluntary Reporting Strategies, and Research Needs – Jonah Evans 9. Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Detection and Response Rules – Containment and Surveillance Zones, Check Stations, and Deer Carcass Movement Restrictions and Disposal Requirements – Request Permission to Publish Proposed Changes in Texas Register – Dr. J. Hunter Reed 10. CWD Detection and Response Rules – CWD Testing Requirements at Deer Breeding Facilities – Request Permission to Publish Proposed Changes in Texas Register – Dr. J. Hunter Reed 11. Disease Management – Special Take Authorization Rules – Request Permission to Publish Proposed Rules in Texas Register – Stormy King Land Conservation 12. Partition, Exchange, and Conveyance of Land – Marion County – Approximately 90 Acres at Caddo Lake Wildlife Management Area – Stan David (Work Session and Executive Session) (Action Item No. 3) 13. Land Acquisition Strategy – Jack County – Approximately 5 Acres at Fort Richardson State Park, Historic Site and Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway – Jason Estrella (Work Session and Executive Session) (Action Item No. 4) 14. Disposition of Land – Blanco County – Approximately 0.38 Acres at Blanco State Park – Jason Estrella (Work Session and Executive Session) (Action Item No. 5) 15. Grant of Easement – Tom Green County – Approximately 0.05 Acres at the Old San Angelo Fish Hatchery – Jason Estrella (Work Session and Executive Session) (Action Item No. 6) 16. Lease of Land – Anderson County – Approximately 543 Acres at the Gus Engeling Wildlife Management Area – Request Permission to Begin the Public Notice and Input Process – Jason Estrella (Work Session and Executive Session) 17. Acquisition of Land – Anderson County - Approximately 6900 Acres in the Middle Trinity River Ecosystem Project - Request Permission to Begin the Public Notice and Input Process – Stan David (Work Session and Executive Session) Executive Session 18. Litigation Update – James Murphy (Executive Session Only)

Protecting Edwards Aquifer


San Antonio voters have repeatedly approved ballot measures to protect land within the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, knowing it will provide life-giving water for millions of people, and countless wildlife species. The region’s economy will also rise or fall depending on the aquifer’s water levels. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/b_MupPpyluE Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 24, Season 39, Program 3224 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #waterconservation #waterquality #drinkingwater #texas

PBS Show - Paddling Trails, Edwards Aquifer & The Art of Texas


Episode 24, Season 39 of Texas Parks & Wildlife, a weekly PBS series about the great outdoors. San Antonio voters have approved measures to protect the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, knowing it will provide water for people and wildlife. Join some kayakers on the Paddle Point Creek Paddling Trail near Dallas. Meet artists commissioned to capture the natural beauty of state parks for enjoyment on canvas and coffee tables everywhere. Paddle Point Creek Paddling Trail - 1:20 Paddle Point Creek paddling trail is an excellent place for beginning paddlers to dip their oars into the sport of kayaking! Join us as we explore highlights from the wildlife and scenery along the banks of the 6-mile trail and explore a submerged bridge in the middle of the lake. Protecting The Aquifer - 4:23 San Antonio voters have repeatedly approved ballot measures to protect land within the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone, knowing it will provide life-giving water for millions of people, and countless wildlife species. The region’s economy will also rise or fall depending on the aquifer’s water levels. The Art of Texas Parks - 9:04 To honor 100 years of Texas State Parks, thirty regional artists were commissioned to capture the natural beauty of the park system’s natural places and historic sites. Meet artists Fidencio Duran and David Caton as they connect with parks to capture their essence with paint and learn how their work will be enjoyed on canvas and coffee tables everywhere. Caddo Lake: Postcard From Texas - 24:14 Mellow out in the misty mysteriousness of Caddo Lake. Chapters: Intro - 00:00 Paddle Point Creek - 1:20 Edwards Aquifer - 4:23 Art of Texas Parks - 9:04 Caddo Lake - 24:14 Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/gD01aFhfgUg https://youtu.be/bcN8IZwEnTo https://youtu.be/qE3wRoLb3m0 Episode 24, Season 39, Program 3224 Air Dates: March 17-23, 2024 & September 15-21, 2024 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas

PBS Trailer - Bayou City, Shotgun Skills & Goose Island Wild Wildlife


Episode 2, Season 39 - Texas Parks & Wildlife PBS Television Show, April 14-20, 2024 - Program 3202 Repeat. Meet some of Houston’s most dedicated bayou conservationists, striving to keep a city and its watery wilderness in better balance. A hiker and woodworker preserves his favorite park places as wooden map mementos. Relax to some sights and sounds from Goose Island State Park. Stories from this episode: https://youtu.be/-I9_osZ46Gc https://youtu.be/fRQDmytp5Qs https://youtu.be/oEumqCksyTU https://youtu.be/D9VXbUTU0cs https://youtu.be/eih267gn5KM When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml

Wardens on the Water


Texas Game Wardens ensure the safety of park guests through vigilant patrols and education. They conduct regular checks on park visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations, such as life jacket usage on waterways and adherence to park rules. With so many guests visiting parks for the first time, making sure they are properly prepared in case of an emergency is their top priority. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/4aUOhj7e2Ao Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 23, Season 39, Program 3223 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #gamewarden #lawenforcement