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Saba Slayer · 02-02-2016, 07:04 PM

I received this from SAC a couple of days ago.
I personally feel that Don Hanson has the experience and knowledge to honestly represent the citizens of California on the Fish and Game Commission and he will help protect our resources...Please take the time to send a letter or two in his support!

Fish and Game Commission - letters of support for Don Hansen needed!

Ladies and Gentlemen,

The Fish and Game Commission has two vacancies to be filled in the near future. It is critical for our future access to marine resources that the positions be filled by individuals with extensive marine fisheries experience.

SAC has strongly recommended that Captain Don Hansen be appointed to the important role of Fish and Game Commissioner.

Please support this recommendation and appointment by submitting a letter of support from your company.

Attached is a sample letter to facilitate this request. Please enter your company name and who the letter is directed to where appropriate on the template. Then print on your letterhead.

Please mail your letters by Friday, February 5th to:

Governor Jerry Brown
State Capitol, Suite 1173
95814

AND

Charlton "Chuck" Bonham,
Director, California Department of Fish and Wildlife 1416 9th Street, 12th Floor Sacramento, California 95814

Dear XXXX, (Enter date here)

This letter is in response to the upcoming vacancies on the Fish and Game Commission. (Your company / name) highly recommends that Captain Don Hansen be appointed to the Fish and Game Commission, in the essential role of Fish and Game Commissioner.

Don’s considerable experience in fisheries management and all aspects of the industry will facilitate balanced, well-informed, and successful decision making while maintaining sustainable public access to the natural resources of the state.

Over the past 6 decades Don has built one of the largest environmental tour and sportfishing operations in California, represented the interests of the CPFV fleet on the Federal Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee and was appointed by multiple Presidents to the the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission. Don will soon complete his thirty-year career with the Pacific Fisheries Management Council. He continues to participate in multiple philanthropic activities, including volunteering on hospital boards, with veteran groups, and hosting children’s marine education programs. He is highly respected throughout the fishing and business community as a result of these continued important efforts.

Don Hansen will deliver ethics, integrity, and noteworthy experience to the Commission. He has worked closely with the Department of Fish and Wildlife for decades and continues to maintain a strong and supportive relationship with the staff.

Sincerely,

(Your name here)
(Your company name here)

02-02-2016, 07:04 PM	#1
Saba Slayer Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palos Verdes Posts: 1,857	F & G Commission vacancies... I received this from SAC a couple of days ago. I personally feel that Don Hanson has the experience and knowledge to honestly represent the citizens of California on the Fish and Game Commission and he will help protect our resources...Please take the time to send a letter or two in his support! Fish and Game Commission - letters of support for Don Hansen needed! Ladies and Gentlemen, The Fish and Game Commission has two vacancies to be filled in the near future. It is critical for our future access to marine resources that the positions be filled by individuals with extensive marine fisheries experience. SAC has strongly recommended that Captain Don Hansen be appointed to the important role of Fish and Game Commissioner. Please support this recommendation and appointment by submitting a letter of support from your company. Attached is a sample letter to facilitate this request. Please enter your company name and who the letter is directed to where appropriate on the template. Then print on your letterhead. Please mail your letters by Friday, February 5th to: Governor Jerry Brown State Capitol, Suite 1173 95814 AND Charlton "Chuck" Bonham, Director, California Department of Fish and Wildlife 1416 9th Street, 12th Floor Sacramento, California 95814 Dear XXXX, (Enter date here) This letter is in response to the upcoming vacancies on the Fish and Game Commission. (Your company / name) highly recommends that Captain Don Hansen be appointed to the Fish and Game Commission, in the essential role of Fish and Game Commissioner. Don’s considerable experience in fisheries management and all aspects of the industry will facilitate balanced, well-informed, and successful decision making while maintaining sustainable public access to the natural resources of the state. Over the past 6 decades Don has built one of the largest environmental tour and sportfishing operations in California, represented the interests of the CPFV fleet on the Federal Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee and was appointed by multiple Presidents to the the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission. Don will soon complete his thirty-year career with the Pacific Fisheries Management Council. He continues to participate in multiple philanthropic activities, including volunteering on hospital boards, with veteran groups, and hosting children’s marine education programs. He is highly respected throughout the fishing and business community as a result of these continued important efforts. Don Hansen will deliver ethics, integrity, and noteworthy experience to the Commission. He has worked closely with the Department of Fish and Wildlife for decades and continues to maintain a strong and supportive relationship with the staff. Sincerely, (Your name here) (Your company name here) __________________ Jim / Saba Slayer