Commission agenda: September 17 & 18, 2026

Friday, September 18, 2026

The Fish and Wildlife Commission conducts hybrid meetings, meaning that you have the option to attend in-person or virtually. Those who would like to provide virtual testimony on an Exhibit scheduled on this agenda must register REGISTRATION no less than 48 hours (Wednesday, September 16 at 8:00 AM) in advance to receive a testimony link to the meeting. To provide testimony on an agenda item in-person, registration will also be available at the meeting.

Public forum is reserved for comments on topics not already listed elsewhere on the agenda. If you would like to speak during Public Forum - either virtually or in person; you must register in advance. Registration closes September 16 at 8:00 a.m. two days (48 hours) before the meeting. To register please provide your name, the topic you wish to address, and your contact information. After review, the Department will reach out with next steps and additional information.

Download Draft september 2026 Meeting Agenda

Information about Accessibility and Accommodations

DIRECTOR'S REPORT

FIELD REPORTS – in written form only

COMMISSION FINANCIAL REPORT

Ken Loffink, Chief Operating Officer

CLIMATE & OCEAN CHANGE POLICY REPORT

Beaver Action Plan Update
Adrienne Averett, Implementation Coordinator

COMMISSION PLANNING

Shaun Clements, Deputy Director

EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 25-26 BIENNIAL PLAN

Sarah Reif, Habitat Division Administrator

ADOPT TEMPORARY RULES

Commission Action: Rule Ratification

Debbie Colbert, Director

COMMISSION UPDATES

No Commission Action: Informational Only

OTHER BUSINESS

 

PUBLIC FORUM

This part of the agenda is reserved for comments on topics not already listed elsewhere on the agenda. If you would like to speak during Public Forum - either virtually or in person; you must register in advance. Registration closes at 8:00 a.m. two days (48 hours) before the meeting.

EXHIBIT A: MEETING MINUTES

The Commission will be asked to approve draft Commission meeting minutes from August 14, 2026.

Commission Action: Approval of Minutes

EXHIBIT B: 2027 BIG GAME REGULATIONS

The Commission will be asked to approve Big Game tag numbers, seasons, and regulations for 2027.

Commission Action: Rulemaking

Hearing Notice & Staff Summary

Derek Broman, Game Program Manager
Josh Smith, Ungulate Coordinator
Sam Fino, Carnivore-Furbearer Coordinator
Brian Wolfer, Wildlife Division Deputy Administrator

Submit written comments on this agenda item Here; last day and time to offer written comments to the Agency: August 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM.

Public Testimony: 48-hour Advance REGISTRATION required for virtual participation.,

EXHIBIT C: ACCESS & HABITAT PROJECT FUNDING

The Commission will be asked to approve the Access and Habitat Board recommendations for project funding.

Commission Action: Approval

Staff Summary

Travis Schultz, A&H Program Coordinator

Submit written comments on this agenda item Here; last day and time to offer written comments to the Agency: August 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM.

Public Testimony: 48-hour Advance REGISTRATION required for virtual participation.

EXHIBIT D: SALE OF JOHN DAY WATERSHED DISTRICT OFFICE/LAND

The Commission will be asked to approve the sale of the John Day Watershed District Office and associated land to the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation.

Commission Action: Approval

Staff Summary

Nick Myatt, East Region Manager

Submit written comments on this agenda item Here; last day and time to offer written comments to the Agency: August 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM.

Public Testimony: 48-hour Advance REGISTRATION required for virtual participation.

EXHIBIT E: COQUILLE WILDLIFE AREA ACQUISITION

The Commission will be asked to approve the acquisition of 528 acres of land in Coos County adjacent to the existing Coquille Wildlife Area.

Commission Action: Approval

Staff Summary

Greg Huchko, Umpqua Watershed District Manager

Submit written comments on this agenda item Here; last day and time to offer written comments to the Agency: August 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM.

Public Testimony: 48-hour Advance REGISTRATION required for virtual participation.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

An Executive Session will be held pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(f) to consider information or records that are exempt by law from public inspection, as well as to consult with legal counsel concerning legal rights and duties of a public body with regard to current litigation or litigation likely to be filed as authorized by ORS 192.660(2)(h). The executive session is closed to the public. Members of the press should contact ODFW's Director's Office for instructions on how to join the session.

ADJOURN