November 3rd,1986 /206

NEW BUSINESS:

Alderman Farnworth referred to the current run of salmon in the
Coquittam River and advised that due to the low water levels the fish were
being trapped fin pools in the river and people were stoning and gaffing
these fish and he suggested that there was a need for more frequent
patrols by the Federal and Provincial Fisheries Department.

Moved by Alderman Farnworth:
Seconded by Alderman Keryluk:

That the Federal and Provincial Departments of Fisheries be advised
of the difficulties salmon are encountering in ascending the Coquitlam
River due to ‘cw water levels and the harassment these salmon are being
subjected to. by persons who gaff and stone these fish and that the -
departments be asked to increase their patrol.

Carried.

ADJOURNMENT:

Moved by Alderman Farnworth:
Seconded by Alderman Wright:

That this meeting do now adjourn.
Carried.

At 8:35 p.em. the meeting adjourned.

Certified correct,

City Clerk