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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - July 23, 2003
Contact:  Governor's Communications Office, 360-902-4136

Gov. Gary Locke Appoints Hunter to Fish and Wildlife Commission

Gov. Gary Locke today appointed John A. Hunter IV to the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission. Hunter most recently served as a Chelan County Commissioner. The primary role of the nine-member commission is to establish policy and direction for fish and wildlife species and their habitats.

“John’s extensive background in government and business will enable him to help the commission effectively direct the Department of Fish and Wildlife,” Locke said. “His strong administrative and leadership skills and experience working with county officials will be a valuable asset to the commission.”

As a county commissioner, Hunter worked with other county officials in Eastern Washington, particularly in the upper Columbia River area, as the region began to organize for salmon-recovery planning.

Prior to serving as Chelan County Commissioner, Hunter was a councilman for eight years and then mayor of the City of Cashmere. He has also worked as a division manager for the Brogdex Co. and EcoScience Corp.

Hunter earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and business from Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, NC.

The appointment to the six-year term is effective July 24, 2003.

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