5199-S AMS OWEN ZENK 01

SSB 5199 - S AMD - 131

    BySenators Owen and Quigley

                                                   ADOPTED 3/10/95

    On page 33, after line 9, insert the following:

    "(4) The director shall establish an advisory committee to develop new and review existing technical provisions for hydraulic project permit conditions that would commonly apply to bulkhead construction.  The purpose of the advisory committee shall be to develop recommendations for legislative and rule changes that (1) protect against the loss of property of waterfront shoreline owners; (2) facilitate the timely issuance of hydraulic permits and the prompt completion of projects; (3) reduce subjective project approval decisions by the department; and (4) foster better working relationships between bulkhead contractors, landowners, and the department.  These recommendations shall be based on scientific evidence that demonstrates the association of project activities with impacts on fish life.  The advisory committee shall be comprised of technical experts in the field of bulkhead construction, civil engineering, hydrology, and fish biology.  By January 1, 1996 the committee shall submit recommendations to the director and the natural resources committees of the House and Senate.  The advisory committee shall expire on December 31, 1996."

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