10/03/2026
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Let your voice be heard in support of fish recovery across the Columbia Basin.
The Northwest Power and Conservation Council (NWPCC) is updating its Ninth Power Plan and accepting public comments on the draft plan through October 16. The plan steers how the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), utilities, and regional decision makers choose the resources needed to meet the Northwest’s electricity demand.
Let the Northwest Power and Conservation Council know:
Our ancestors protected these waters and fish for generations. Tribal leaders and elders have been sharing the message that the region's energy and fish recovery responsibilities are inseparable and new energy resources must benefit fish, waters, rivers, and communities, and they must honor the obligations to uphold our treaties.
Now it's everyone’s chance to share their views during the public comment period. No comment is too short. Even a few sentences about what salmon mean to you, your family, or your community can make a difference.�
Participate in two different ways:
* Submit written comments before October 16
* Testify at a Ninth Power Plan hearing online or at an in-person hearing near you
List of Upcoming Hearings:
TOMORROW - Virtual Webinar
When: Thurs. October 1, 4-6pm PT
Where: By webinar only on Zoom
REGISTER HERE!
https://nwcouncil.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MWVjWXVXSgSdrWIKCDqGmg #/registration
Missoula
When: Mon. October 5, 4:30-6:30pm MT
Where: Edgewater Missoula, 100 Madison St
Idaho Falls
When: Tue. October 6, 4:30-6:30 MT
Where: Idaho Fish and Game Office, Centennial Room, 4279 Commerce Circle
Seattle
When: Wed. October 7, 4-6pm PT
Where: Seattle University, Oberto Commons, Sinegal Room 200, 901 12th Ave
Hearing Prep: Join the 9th Power Plan Hearing Prep on September 30th at 7pm at Rein Haus, Seattle. Sierra Club Washington Chapter will provide an overview of the 9th Power Plan, discuss the key issues we’re advocating around, and walk through how to prepare and deliver effective public testimony. Learn more and register today!
Yakima
When: Monday. October 5, 6pm PT
Where: Bayt Jenin Coffeehouse, 919 Summitview Ave., Yakima, WA
Moscow
When: Thursday. October 8, 6pm PT
Where: 1912 Center, 412 E 3rd St., Moscow, ID
Pictured above are (from left) CRITFC Watershed Program Manager Elaine Harvey (Yakama), NWPCC Vice Chair Thomas “Les” Purcell, CRITFC Executive Director Aja DeCoteau (Yakama), NWPCC Policy Analyst/Biologist Stacy Horton, NWPCC Member KC Golden, CRITFC Watershed Deputy Manager Laura Gephart, CRITFC Fishery Science Manager Donella Miller (Yakama). �CRITFC Photo
