Public Invited to Comment on Alligator Plan

The public will have the opportunity to comment on the management of American alligators in North Carolina during three public forums hosted by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and North Carolina Alligator Task Force.

The 15-member task force, made up of private citizens, commission staff and scientists, will take the public input into account as the develop an alligator management plan, which will not change alligator hunting regulations.

All the forums last from 7 to 9 p.m.:

• Tuesday, Nov. 1
  Leland Town Hall, Council Chambers
  102 Town Hall Drive, Leland
• Wednesday, Nov. 2
  Swansboro Parks and Recreation, Multi-Purpose Room
  830 Main St. Extension, Swansboro
• Thursday, Nov. 3
  Dare County Center, Multi-purpose Room
  950 Marshall Collins Drive, Manteo

Those who cannot attend the forum can send their comments to Allen Boynton, Wildlife Diversity Program coordinator, at allen.boynton@ncwildlife.org.

To Learn More

• Details on the forums and task force