I. Introductions/Anti-Trust
Chairman Chandler called us to order at 9:40 A.M. and welcomed the 32
people in attendance to the 43nd meeting of Project S.H.A.R.E. After the
general introductions, Chairman Chandler then read the Anti-Trust guidelines.
This was another well-attended Project S.H.A.R.E. membership and business
meeting.
II. Past Minutes
Chairman Chandler asked the membership for any errors or omissions to
the April 12, 2001, minutes that were mailed. Hearing none, the Chair
called for a motion to approve. Motion by Matt Scott; Second by Sid Reynolds.
The minutes were approved as written.
III. Treasurers Report
Steven Koenig gave a summary of the Treasurers Report prepared by Ed Hennessey.
Motion to accept by Bob Chandler, second by Sherrie Sprangers. Approved.
IV. Funding Initiatives
Steven Koenig presented a summary of funded contracts that are in place
plus a list of projects that are in the initial stages of being developed.
There were no questions.
V. Atlantic Salmon Conservation Plan/ASC Update
Greg Mackey presented a brief report. Fry stocking has been completed.
Tagged smolts were released in the Dennys to evaluate the efficiency of
the smolt trap. Approximately 50% were captured. Three wild smolts were
also captured.
VI. Steering Committee Report
Steven Koenig reported on the May Steering Committee meeting at the Craig
Brook Hatchery; 10 of 13 members were present with 5 guests. A copy of
the minutes is attached for reference.
VII. Executive Director's Report
Steven Koenig presented the Executive Director's report . A copy is attached
for reference.
VIII. Standing Committee Reports
Management and Research Committees: Peter Steenstra gave a brief report of
committee activities in Mark's absence.
Education Committee: Peter Stenstra reported on the forums that the education
committee recently completed. May 31st there was a successful working group
involving stakeholders interested in land acquisition and conservation easements
as a tool for habitat protection followed by a public forum on the same topic
plus landowner conservation practices at the UMM.
IX. Project Updates
Watershed Councils Activities:
Progress is being made on the funding request to the NMFS. There have been tree-planting
projects on each of the Downeast rivers except the Machias. Donna Gilbert reported
on a dumpsite on Cove Brook as well as a NPS issue at a road crossing. Melissa
report on camp road training, a new nursery established with 8th graders, and
the Sheepscot's fist kiosk is in place.
DSF/WSRC/PRH Report: Dwayne reported on activities at DSF and WSRS. The DSF
has received it 501 © 3 status by the IRS. The Downeast Rivers Land Trust
is in place, funding to extend the educator position is in place.
X. Congressional Delegation: No report.
XI. Maine Legislators: No report.
XII. Downeast RC&D Report: There was a request that the RC&D be removed as a regular agenda item. They will report activities under open forum when applicable in the future.
XIII. Water Quality sampling: No report.
XIV. Program
Matt and Torrey presented a power point presentation of the Maine Aquatic
Biodiversity Project underway with the Nature Conservancy. Project SHARE has
bee asked to collaborate on the educational outreach portion of the project.
Both the research and education committees support the project Following the
presentation Matt made a motion, seconded by Bob to collaborate on the project.
Approved.Matt then made a motion, second by Alan to allocate up to $300 from
general operating funds to support a new Project SHARE website salmonhabitat.org
Approved.Greg Mackey presented a power point presentation on last years stocking
of adult salmon brood stock into the Dennys River. Although there were numerous
redds produced by these fish, traps this spring only caught one emerging fry.
Excavation of the redds did not provide any clues. The ASC will attempt to
stock adults in the Dennys again this fall.
XIV. Other Business: Dave Garcelon (NRCS) gave a preliminary report on the PL566 National Small Watersheds Program which focuses on resource management and inventory. The proposal will involve the Pleasant and Narraguagus Rivers. Funding will be in the range of $600,000.
Meeting adjourned at 12:25 P.M.
The next meeting is August 9, 2001 at the Hillgrove Community Center.