FWP announces public comment opportunities for the week of October 12 >

HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on the following environmental assessments (EA) and proposals. For more information, including how to submit comments, click on the link provided or visit fwp.mt.gov/public-notices.     

Glasgow Shooting Range acquisition and development EA

FWP proposes a project to expand public opportunities for recreational shooting by improving the existing rifle and archery ranges at the Glasgow Shooting Range. Through a lease agreement with the City of Glasgow, FWP would manage and operate the shooting range for day use. The property is located approximately one-half mile north of Glasgow, off Skylark Road. 

Comment deadline: Oct. 23

Stream Protection Act permitting draft programmatic EA

This programmatic environmental assessment (PEA) is intended to satisfy the requirements of the Montana Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) for issuance of Montana Stream Protection Act (SPA) permits FWP pursuant to the SPA of 1963. A SPA permit is required if a state government agency, county, municipality or other subdivision of the State of Montana is proposing work in Montana streams. Under the SPA, FWP has 30 days to review an application, including construction plans, to determine if the proposed project would adversely affect any fish or wildlife habitat and to notify the applicant of its determination.

Comment deadline: Oct. 25

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