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River. It is my hope that in the coming year we 

 will be able to see measureable progress in 

 actual restoration efforts. However, it is also my 

 hope that this can be done In as cooperative a 

 manner as possible involving local communities 

 and authorities. 



The Chehalis River Restoration Program is a 

 firm step in the direction of progress in salmon 

 protection, river habitat restoration, and progress 

 on the environment. This program is a model for 

 what we are trying to achieve in the Region as a 

 whole. 



As I'm sure this Committee is aware, we are 

 facing a very significant period of transition and 

 adjustment in the Northwest Region, as we seek 

 to better manage human activities and its impact 

 on sensitive ecosystems. One key area where 

 we can clearly get ahead of the curve is by 



