In the Wasatch
In the Wasatch
Podcast Description
In the Wasatch was created by the Salt Lake City local government entity, the Central Wasatch Commission (CWC). The CWC is dedicated to protecting the Central Wasatch Mountains through canyon transportation improvements, concentrated development, and environmental and recreational stewardship. Hosted by Community Outreach Coordinator Mia McNeil, In the Wasatch focuses on the CWC’s initiatives, issues in the Central Wasatch, and local advocates and organizations dedicated to a sustainable future. Learn more about the Central Wasatch Commission at cwc.utah.gov
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The podcast focuses on topics related to environmental stewardship, transportation improvements, and sustainability efforts in the Central Wasatch region. Episodes feature specific themes such as the National Environmental Policy Act, backcountry recreation, wildlife photography, and community symposiums, with examples including discussions with local hunters and conservationists about their roles in ecosystem protection.
In the Wasatch was created by the Salt Lake City local government entity, the Central Wasatch Commission (CWC). The CWC is dedicated to protecting the Central Wasatch Mountains through canyon transportation improvements, concentrated development, and environmental and recreational stewardship. Hosted by Community Outreach Coordinator Mia McNeil, In the Wasatch focuses on the CWC’s initiatives, issues in the Central Wasatch, and local advocates and organizations dedicated to a sustainable future. Learn more about the Central Wasatch Commission at cwc.utah.gov
A public comment period is an essential component to many government projects. It provides evidence as to why the development should or should not be implemented, needs to be reevaluated, or does not follow official protocol. Comments can change the trajectory of a project in a positive way, but how can the public give effective input that makes a substantial difference? Kirk Nichols joins me in this episode to explain how public comment periods work, the history and laws behind them, and ways to improve your comment submissions.
“Now is the time. Don’t wait for a comment period, write your legislators, governor, BLM, Forest Service, and Park Service in support and in encouragement to do the right thing by our public lands.” – Kirk Nichols
Resources:
How to Participate in Rulemaking
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
Administrative Procedures Act (APA)
Central Wasatch Commission
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