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Yachats highlights Northwest Forest Plan amendment, watershed concerns and community ceremony
Summary
Mayor Burdie noted a Northwest Forest Plan amendment now open for public comment with potential watershed impacts; Carey also announced an Honoring the Whale ceremony June 6 hosted with the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians.
Catherine Whitten Carey, city council member, said Mayor Burdie shared information about a Northwest Forest Plan amendment draft that is open for public comment and that the plan "may directly impact our watershed and thus our water supply." Carey directed listeners to the USDA Forest Service public engagement pages for details on the amendment and comment opportunities.
Carey also relayed that Joanne Cattell shared that Yachats will host an Honoring the Whale ceremony on Saturday, June 6 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Amanda Gathering Area, inviting the community to an afternoon of shared learning and conversation with the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. Carey encouraged residents to consult the View the Future website for event details.
