Louisiana W.F.C. Welcomes New Commissioner, Elects Chairman and Vice Chairman
OutdoorHub 01.05.12
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC) today welcomed Pat Manuel of Eunice to the appointed panel. Governor Bobby Jindal announced the appointment of Manuel in December, replacing Pat Morrow, whose term had expired.
Manuel will serve as an at large representative on the commission, as required by statute. He owns and operates Manco Vegetation Management.
In other action, the commission elected Ann Taylor as chairmanand Ronny Graham as vice chairman for 2012.
The Wildlife and Fisheries Commission was created to protect, conserve and replenish the natural resources and wildlife of the state, including all aquatic life. The commission promulgates regulations for hunting, fishing and trapping and approves programs and policies for the management and conservation of all fish and wildlife in the state.
According to the statute, the commission is comprised of seven members appointed by the governor, subject to senate confirmation. Members include three residents of the coastal parishes of the state who are representatives of the commercial fishing and fur industries and four members from the state at large.
