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Board approves letter to governor supporting hunting-with-hounds study conclusions
Summary
A supervisor moved and the board approved sending a letter to the governor urging no new hunting-with-hounds regulations, citing stakeholder committee studies and local economic/cultural arguments in favor of existing practices.
The Nottoway County Board approved a motion to send a letter to the governor expressing support for current hunting-with-hounds practices and arguing against additional statewide regulation.
Supervisor Collins introduced the request on behalf of a local hunting-dog alliance and noted public comment received during the regulatory study process. Collins said the public comment "were overwhelming in support for hunting with hounds" and asked the board to send a letter stating that no new regulation is necessary. A motion to send the letter, with minor typographical edits and vice-chair endorsing signature lines, passed by voice vote.
Supporters on the board emphasized the cultural and economic importance of hunting in the rural county, noting effects on restaurants, fuel and local commerce during hunting seasons. The board instructed staff to finalize the letter and include the vice chairman's name as signatory if appropriate.
