Local governments are given guidance to help in dealing with federal rules. Possible changes to shorelines rules should soon emerge now that workshops are over. Environmentalists sue over rules Associated Press, Bremerton Sun , September 13, 2000. Several environmental and fishing groups sued the federal government Tuesday, trying to force officials to strengthen rules intended to protect Northwest and California wild salmon runs from extinction. Balance sought for property rights By Christopher Dunagan, Bremerton Sun , August 30, 2000.
Discussions continue with federal officials over issues.
Bob Turner of the National Marine Fisheries Service sympathized with the Kitsap County commissioners in their effort to balance salmon with property rights. By Sean L. McCarthy, Bremerton Sun , August 24, 2000. Keyport area residents confronted with plans to limit development say if there are too few fish, take the line out of the water. Meetings swamped with questions By Christopher Dunagan, Bremerton Sun , August 23, 2000. County workshops seeking suggestions for shoreline management have drawn more than 700 property owners.