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MRW Alliance hosts a public forum in Seattle Oct. 22 on hatchery proposals that could help save the dwindling orca population on Puget Sound. The panel discussion highlights proposals for expanded hatchery production to ensure an adequate supply of fish for the native orca population, as well as for commercial and sport fishing, tribal interests and other stakeholder groups. Topics to be discussed include the possibility of bringing proven Alaska-style hatchery management techniques to Washington state.

Speakers include:

Moderator: Gary Chandler, VP of Govt. Affairs, Association of WA Business  

Doug Thomas, Chairman, San Juan Area Sea Life  

State Sen. Ann Rivers, R-18th District  

Michael Hogan, Port of Bellingham  

Todd Myers, Director, Center for the Environment/WA Policy Center