The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Colorado office is seeking public comments on a management plan amendment and associated environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Gunnison sage-grouse and its habitat.
The land use planning amendment and EIS will evaluate existing BLM resource management plans that intersect with Gunnison sage-grouse habitat in southern Colorado and Utah.
The BLM will carefully consider how the habitat needs for the Gunnison sage-grouse are met in balance with other multiple-use activities, such as mineral leasing and development, recreation, livestock grazing management, real estate actions, fire management and restoration actions.
“The BLM is committed to working with our partners to best preserve the health and welfare of Gunnison sage-grouse populations and their habitat throughout the Southwest,” stated Deputy State Director for Resources Alan Bittner. “We welcome and encourage robust public participation in this process as we consider potential management actions impacting our public lands.”
A 45-day public scoping period began July 6 to gather comments. The public may submit comments regarding alternatives, scope, issues or new information via the BLM’s e-planning website, https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2019031/510.
