LLTK Roundtable

"From my point of view, recovery efforts will work if they are seen by the community of the surrounding counties as an economic opportunity."

– Phil Johnson, Commissioner, Jefferson County

"We need to reinforce to the public that the quality of life that has brought people to this part of the country can only be sustained by a deliberate and committed effort, and that we all have a shared responsibility to maintain, restore, and enhance the natural resources we all treasure. "

– Joseph Pavel, Natural Resources Director, Skokomish Tribe

"I feel that our best opportunity to make real strides toward a Hood Canal as a place teeming with life and natural beauty is through forming strong and effective partnerships that have the strength and backing to challenge those who currently are in place that make decisions for us, but not necessarily with us."

– Neil Werner, Executive Director, Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group

"The importance of transparency and objectivity in salmon recovery decision-making cannot be overstated, because it is how trust is built among the various interests and communities that will ultimately determine the success of salmon recovery efforts along Hood Canal and beyond."

– Rob Masonis, Vice President for Western Conservation, Trout Unlimited