What kind of outreach has BLM done with the public and users?
Over the past year, BLM has done extensive outreach with users, elected officials, interest groups, and other interested parties. The feedback has been mixed, with some supporting fees, some opposing, and some willing to accept fees if the funds are used in certain ways. Overall, most of those consulted seemed to understand BLM’s fiscal constraints, the likelihood that Federal appropriated dollars will continue to decrease, the uncertainty and changing direction in State OHV funds, and the need for increased services to visitors to maintain a safe and enjoyable recreation experience. Fees, while never popular, appear to be the only reliable and feasible way to reach management goals.
