Joe Manchin III, Governor

Frank Jezioro, Director

News Release : June 1, 2005

Hoy Murphy , Public Information Officer (304) 558-3380 hoymurphy@wvdnr.gov

Contact: J.R. Pope, Parks and Recreation Section Chief (304) 558-2764 parks@westvirginia.com

Public Comments Requested Through July 7

For Proposal to Allow Pets in State Parks Cabins

  The Parks and Recreation Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is seeking public comments about a possible rule change that would permit overnight park guests to keep pets (dogs and/or cats) in state park cabins and possibly in lodge rooms.

  Anyone wishing to comment in favor or against this proposal should send their comments to:

John R. Pope, Chief

DNR Parks and Recreation

State Capitol Complex

Building 3, Room 713

Charleston , WV 25305

Or you may email your comments to us.

  Written comments will be received until July 7, 2005 at 12:00 p.m. Comments will not be taken by telephone.

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