Western Joshua Tree Workshop Meetings
Please join us for a virtual public workshop with California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) on Monday, March 10, 2025 in the morning from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, or in the afternoon from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. The purpose of these meetings is to provide clarity on the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act (WJTCA), Incidental Take Permits (ITPs) under the WJTCA and California Endangered Species Act (CESA), and the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan (Conservation Plan) released to the public on November 22, 2024. During the workshop, we will provide a brief overview of these topics, a summary of comments received to date on the draft Conservation Plan, and some anticipated changes to the Conservation Plan based on these comments. After, we will have an open public forum to listen to additional feedback and answer questions on these topics. The same content will be presented in both meetings so you may choose the time most convenient for you.
Questions or comments can be submitted at any time before the workshops by emailing them to WJT@wildlife.ca.gov. When emailing your questions, please indicate if you will be attending the morning or afternoon session so your questions can be answered during your attended meeting. Questions may also be asked during the workshops either orally on screen or written in the Q&A box.
Topic: Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act and Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan
Date: March 10, 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm or 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Pacific Time
Meeting Agenda:
10:00 – 10:45 am; 3:00 – 3:45 pm: Introductions to Conservation Plan team, Overview of the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act, WJTCA and CESA ITPs, Overview of the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan
10:45 – 11:15 am; 4:00 – 4:30 pm: Response to Frequently Asked WJTCA questions
11:15 – 12:55 pm; 4:30 – 5:55 pm: Open forum/Q&A
12:55 – 1:00 pm; 5:55 – 6:00 pm: Process and timeline for future input
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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