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Coffey County Commission backs two KNRC ESA ballot positions, Barker abstains
Summary
After a briefing from KNRC and county lobbyist, the commission voted 4–yes, 1–abstention to support two Kansas Natural Resource Coalition ballot positions on Endangered Species Act rules: the definition of "harm" and a blanket Section 4(d) rule.
The Coffey County Commission voted on Aug. 17 to participate with the Kansas Natural Resource Coalition on two ballot questions concerning Endangered Species Act rules. Commissioner Steve McCurry moved to vote "YES" on KNRC Ballot No. 1 (definition of "harm") and on KNRC Ballot No. 2 (a blanket Section 4(d) rule); both motions passed with four yes votes and one abstention by Commissioner Todd Barker.
The Board discussed the items with County Lobbyist Tim Johnson and KNRC Executive Director Tracey Barton, who participated by phone. The minutes record the Board's authorization for KNRC to participate on the county's behalf; each vote was recorded as 4–yes, 1–abstention (Barker). The minutes do not record extended debate or conditions attached to the authorizations.
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