Larry discussed the relationship between garbage and bears. He talked about the reasons why bear viewing at dumps is ultimately bad for bears. Next, reduce vegetation and other cover around dumps, so bears can't hide. Use electric fencing if possible. Gates have to be user friendly, or they will be left open.
Garbage collection needs to be managed.
Some bears will likely be killed during this process. Public education needs to be active and continual. Education should include handouts in schools, public service announcements. It is important to educate transient populations. The minimal changes to chapters 1 and 2 and 3 can be seen on the Web site, and will be reviewed again by the CAC at its April meeting.