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Commissioners ask whether tribal input and co-management are reflected in wetlands policy
Summary
A new wetlands policy (9.4) was added to Cheney's Climate Resiliency Element; staff said the Spokane Tribe has historical ties to the area, tribal members had opportunities to comment, and the technical advisory committee included tribal representation.
Commissioners reviewed a newly added wetlands policy in the Climate Resiliency Element and asked whether tribal interests and culturally relevant terminology were reflected.
Commissioner Rick Mount asked whether Cheney has any tribal property. Planning staff member Travis Bonwell responded: "the Spokane Tribe has historically lived on these lands and they have a history in the area." Commissioners asked about specific language referencing salmon and huckleberries; consultant Katherine Allison said tribal members had opportunities to provide input and that the technical advisory committee included tribal representation.
Commissioners discussed using softer language (for example changing "pursue" to "explore") and asked staff to consider co-management approaches, which could take the form of a committee or other jurisdiction-driven arrangements.
