MISSOULA - The Missoula County Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) is seeking new members to share in the management of local National Forest lands. Volunteer RAC committee members serve an important role in recommending how funds received by counties under the Secure Rural Schools Act will be spent in the county on projects that are on, or will benefit, nearby National Forest lands.
By law, RACs must be comprised of 15 members from Montana with balanced and broad representation of the public. RAC member duties and commitments:
• Review and make recommendations on proposed conservation projects and recreation fee proposals.
• Each member serves a four-year term.
• Participate in meetings an average of 1-3 times per year. Attendance may be in-person, by telephone or other electronic means.
• There is no compensation for RAC service, but committee members may be reimbursed for certain travel expenses.
SRS funds may be used for projects that improve the maintenance of existing infrastructure, implement stewardship objectives that enhance forest ecosystems, restore and improve land health, fish and wildlife habitat and water quality. RACs also review and make recommendations on recreation fee proposals submitted by the local National Forests.
Application packets can be obtained at the Lolo National Forest Supervisor’s Office, 24 Fort Missoula Road, Missoula.
For more information contact Quinn Carver, Seeley Lake District Ranger, 406-677-3905 or Kate Jerman, Lolo National Forest Public Affairs, 406-329-1024. Additional information on RACs can also be found at http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/pts/specialprojects/racs
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