GW: As an unabashed supporter of the vision of Quality Deer Management primciples, this proposal is a must, if we want to improve the health and quality of our deer herd. For the naysayers, this is your chance to participate in transparent policy making. If you’ve something to say, show up – or shut up.
An organization known as the Lower Peninsula Deer Management Initiative (LPDMI) will hold informational meetings regarding deer antler point restriction (APR) proposals at a number of locations in June 2013. Individuals are invited to attend a local event to learn more about the APR process and the specific proposals currently under consideration.
The LPDMI has submitted two different APR proposals to be considered for implementation starting with the 2014 deer season. Antlerless deer regulations within the proposed areas would continue to be determined annually by the DNR. Surveys to measure support for these proposals will be mailed starting in August. Payment by the LPDMI will offset survey costs incurred by this proposal.
The public meetings listed below will be hosted by the LPDMI to explain its interest in APR implementation and answer questions about the proposals. For all meetings, doors will open at 6:30 pm, the meeting will run from 7 to 8 p.m., and the building must be cleared by 8:30 p.m. Five additional meetings to be held in July will be announced at a later date.
June 18: Jonesville High School gymnasium, 460 Adrian St., Jonesville, MI 49250
June 19: Imlay City High School auditorium, 1001 Norlin Drive, Imlay City, MI 48444
June 20: Cass City High School gymnasium, 4868 North Seeger St., Cass City, MI 48726
