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jdubya
11-23-2005, 03:52 AM
Dave set up a meeting with Rep. Matheson and took along Tim and Paul and me. Dave put together a great agenda and the three of them walked Matheson through each of the talking points. It was impressive to see the three of them in action (I kept my mouth firmly shut) and it appeared that the group made some real headway with water and land issues. Of course it is a politicians job to listen to constituents and make them feel warm and fuzzy and extra special, but it seemed Matheson genuinely was interested in some of our concerns.

So a big pat on the back to Dave for setting up the meet, and Tim and Paul for key comments. We will just have to see what kind of followups we get, and progress made. Dave gave Matheson a book to read 'Salmon without Rivers" that ought to get his attention. It was also obvious on our way out that a "Don Peay was here first" token was present: a Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife ball cap prominently displayed within a cabinet.

Utah DaveII
11-23-2005, 06:57 PM
It was a good meeting and I am glad we had it.

Of course Sportsamn's was there first, they basically endorsed him on the last campaign. We should not be mad at Don for working on these guys, but we should understand that he has a 15 year head start and start doing the same. Matheson gave us that opportunity to speak and he listened and gave us options for follow-up.

I don't expect politicians to do everything I want, but at least he gives us a chance to tell our side of the story.

Issues Discussed.

1) House reconciliation bill (mining bill).
2) Tesra
3) Strawberry Oil and Gas
4) Gosseberry Narrows
5) Potential Streamside habitat Improvement program in next farm bill.

ryfly
11-23-2005, 08:25 PM
Good job!

Gooseberry hits close to home (or cabin).

Thanks for your efforts guys.