AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHenrys Lake Water Quality: Idaho DEQ will host an Oct. 28 open house on its draft water-quality certification for the proposed Caldera Flats subdivision, which has drawn concerns over wetlands and wildlife habitat. Public Lands: Conservation groups are suing the U.S. Forest Service over changes that removed about 3,700 acres from Idaho’s Great Burn recommended wilderness, citing risks to mountain goats and wolverines. A new federal-land tracker also shows data center and related infrastructure applications across the West, including Idaho. Water Supply: Idaho is facing another tough water year as record heat and dwindling reservoirs raise drought concerns; a separate federal outlook warns drought could develop or worsen across much of the state. DEQ has awarded Island Park $1.4 million for a drinking-water project. Wildlife and Habitat: Idaho Fish and Game is reminding visitors to secure food, garbage and game remains on Panhandle state lands to prevent bear conflicts. Restoration work at Kackley Ranch Preserve could help protect streams and riparian habitat. Forest Protections: Conservation advocates warn that repealing the federal Roadless Rule could harm drinking water, wildlife and wildfire resilience.
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