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Natural Resources Commission Meeting Minutes Date: December 14, 2023 Time: 9:30 a.m. Location: Lansing Community College West Campus Rooms M119-121 5708 Cornerstone Drive Lansing, Michigan 48917
Present for the Natural Resources Commission (Commission): • Dave Anthony • Tom Baird, Chair • David Cozad • Pete Eardley • Dave Nyberg • Carol Moncrieff Rose • John Walters Present for the Department of Natural Resources (Department) and Office of the Attorney General: •
Scott Bowen, Director, Department of Natural Resources • Dan Bock, Legal Counsel, Office of the Attorney
Chair Baird called the meeting of the Commission to order at 10:43 a.m. Chair Baird conducted a roll call of Commissioners, the Director, and the Office of the Attorney General. All were present.
Chair Baird called for a motion to approve the day’s agenda. Commissioner Rose made a motion to approve the agenda, supported by Commissioner Nyberg. The day’s agenda was approved unanimously.
The next item on the agenda was the approval of the November 9, 2023, Commission meeting minutes. Chair Baird called for a motion to approve the November 9, 2023, meeting minutes. Commissioner Walters made a motion to approve, supported by Commissioner Rose. Chair Baird called for a discussion. After no discussion, Chair Baird called for a vote. The motion was approved unanimously.
THOMAS L. WASHINGTON AWARD FOR LIFETIME COMMITMENT TO CONSERVATION – RECIPIENT DR. DONALD INMAN The Commission honored longtime conservationist and retired DNR Deputy Dr. Donald Inman with the Thomas L. Washington Award for Lifetime Commitment to Conservation and Outdoor Recreation, an award named for Thomas L. Washington, past director of the Michigan United Conservation Clubs and a champion in Michigan conservation. After earning a Ph.D. in wildlife ecology from MSU, Don Inman became a researcher under Eugene Odum, a pioneer in the field of ecosystem ecology. Don brought this experience to the DNR, where he enjoyed a 26-year career, serving in the Environmental Enforcement Division and retiring as deputy director for the Lower Peninsula. As an environmental enforcement officer with the DNR, Don conceived of the idea of environmental mitigation in 1974, as he worked on an environmental impact statement for proposed gas and oil drilling in the Pigeon River Country State Forest. By 1976, his idea of using extraction revenues to fund the purchase and preservation of new public lands became reality with the passage of what is known today as the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund. After retiring in 1997 in Presque Isle County, Don and his wife, Virginia Pierce, founded the Michigan Resource Stewards, an organization of environmental consultants working to influence conservation policies in the state. He also served with and continues to support the Headwaters Land Conservancy, protecting lands in 11 counties in Northeast Michigan.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Director’s Report
a. Law Enforcement Division Lifesaving Award – Cpl. Steven Orange (Jason Haines, Chief, Law Enforcement Division) Jason Haines, Chief, Law Enforcement Division, presented Cpl. Steven Orange with a Lifesaving Award for his actions on May 9, 2023. Cpl. Orange was having a phone conversation with a hunting safety instructor when he noticed the gentleman was unable to form coherent answers when being asked questions. Recognizing the symptoms as concerning, Cpl. Orange contacted 911 dispatch. An ambulance was dispatched to the man’s residence and within minutes they arrived and began transportation for treatment of a believed stroke. Cpl. Orange then drove to the hospital to check on the victim’s condition. Thanks to Cpl. Orange’s quick actions, the man had a positive outcome and was present at today’s commission for the award presentation.
Shikar Safari Officer of the Year Award – Conservation Officer Dan Robinson (Greg Murtland, Safari Club International & Jason Haines, Chief, Law Enforcement Division) Greg Murtland of Safari Club International, along with Chief Haines, presented the Shikar Safari Officer of the Year Award to Conservation Officer Dan Robinson. CO Robinson joined the department in 2015, assigned to District 6, covering Isabella, Gratiot and Montcalm counties. CO Robinson was recognized for his fish and game knowledge, extreme dedication, work ethic and investigatory skill, making him a leader among his coworkers. Chief Haines said he is always willing to assist officers outside his assigned county and volunteers for specialty assignments, willing to put his profession and the public first. He mentors and trains future generations of conservation officers as a college adjunct instructor and field training officer. He is supported in his work by his wife, Mary, their three children, Eli, Andrew and Violet, as well as his parents.
Director Bowen recognized and thanked six Michigan chapters of Safari Club International. The chapters -- Novi, Detroit, Flint, Michigan, Mid-Michigan and Southeast Bow Hunters -- donated $1,000 each to the DNR for the purchase of a TrackChair. These donations will provide Michigan citizens with limited mobility access to outdoor recreational experiences in the Roscommon area. Citizens wanting to reserve the TrackChair for outdoor recreation can contact the Roscommon Customer Service Center or South Higgins Lake State Park.
Chair Baird called the meeting back to order at 11:42 a.m. after taking a 10-minute break.
c. Safari Club International Michigan Involvement Committee (Caitlin Ott-Conn & Mark Boersen, Wildlife Division)
d. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 1 of 2024 (Terry McFadden, Wildlife Division)
e. Fisheries Order 243.24 (Randy Claramunt, Chief, Fisheries Division)
f. Deer Season Update (Chad Stewart, Wildlife Division)
g. Legislative Report (Informational Item)
Chair Baird announced the time for public comment at 12:45 p.m.
Stacy Welling-Haughey read the official timekeeping procedures and guidelines for the meeting’s public appearances.
a. 5-Minute Comment
i. Dan Ulfig – Deer Management
ii. Erik Schnelle, National Deer Association – Deer Season Harvest Result
iii. Todd Johnson, National Deer Association – Deer Season Harvest Results
3-Minute Comment
i. Jonathan Durtka, Michigan Spearfishing Association – Underwater Spearfishing Season
ii. Merle Jones – Deer Season Harvest
iii. Bob Jones – Deer Season Harvest
Chair Baird adjourned the public comment portion of the meeting at 1:20 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
New Business Chair Baird noted there were one action item and two items for information for the Director under New Business this month.
a. Director Matters i. October 24, 2023, Oil and Gas Lease Auction Results – ACTION ITEM
ii. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 1 of 2024 Order to Regulate Target Shooting at Port Huron State Game Area
iii. Fisheries Order 243.24 – State Licensed Commercial Fishing
Director Bowen indicated he will sign the Oil and Gas Lease Auction Results item.
Chair Baird noted there were two land transactions for the Director this month.
b. Land Transactions
i. Acquisition of State Land Wildlife Division, Van Buren County The Talanda/Kettunen Tract Land Transaction Case #20230173
ii. Wetland Banking – DNR Managed Land Wildlife Division, Monroe County Land Transaction Case #20230197
c. NRC/Director Orders - None
Director Bowen indicated he will sign the two land transactions.
Chair Baird noted there were no new orders for information for the Director and NRC this month.
Old Business
Chair Baird noted there were three Land Use Orders for the Director
Amendments for the Director
a. Director Matters
i. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 5 of 2023 Parks and Recreation Division Management of State-Owned Lands Boating Access Site Trailer Parking
ii. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 6 of 2023 Parks and Recreation Division Management of State-Owned Lands Metal Detecting
iii. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 7 of 2023 Parks and Recreation Division Management of State-Owned Lands Ortonville Recreation Area Equestrian Only Camping
b. NRC/Director Orders – None
Director Bowen indicated he will sign all three Land Use Order Amendments.
Chair Baird noted there were no orders for the Director and NRC this month under Old Business.
Commissioner Reports
Fisheries Committee: Commissioner Cozad reported the Committee was given a presentation this morning on the Lake Sturgeon Management Plan from Andrew Briggs of the Fisheries Division. They found the presentation to be informative and there was good dialogue between the committee members.
Wildlife Committee: The committee was given a presentation this morning on Michigan’s Deer Management Initiative from Chad Stewart of the Wildlife Division. Commissioner Anthony reported the Wildlife Committee has been in discussion about the deer advisory that they are eagerly waiting to work on. He anticipates they will be meeting shortly to find some ideas. He is overwhelmed with the number and intensity of conversations he has had with people in the Upper Peninsula about the deer harvest. A lot of people are disappointed and have expressed their horror about the lack of sightings. He feels strongly that they need to take a serious look at what they need to do for the future.
Commissioner Cozad said things have slowed down after they worked through the fish orders. He attended the Great Lakes Angler Diary program meeting that focused on steelhead. Attendance at the meeting was good, with around 40 people attending virtually. He has had ongoing dialogue with Fisheries Chief Randy Claramunt on both the steelhead passgroup on regulations as well as on the four new minimum size limit on the pike lakes in the U.P. that were designated under 206 this year. He will probably have more to report next month. He wished everyone a safe and happy holiday.
Commissioner Eardley said he echoes Commissioner Anthony’s concerns about deer population in Michigan and that it will be at the top of his list as it is urgent to get something done, even if it is before 2024. He has heard from numerous hunters who have gone out of state to hunt.
Commissioner Nyberg said he also appreciates the comments stated and echoes Commissioner Anthony. He received a lot of outreach in the last few weeks and has had some thoughtful conversations. Speaking to Amy Trotter, MUCC, some of the focus is habitat and the comprehensive approach they need to take for a quality hunting experience. It is hard work, they have great staff, varied perspectives and opinions, and he is looking forward to seeing the work from the deer management prospective. He is pleased to report that the U.P. Habitat Workgroup is reconvening January 17; a collaborative public-private group to share information and ideas on management to the department. He did have a good hunting experience and had his first encounter with a gray wolf. He hears what hunters are concerned about and he is looking forward to working with them in the future.
Commissioner Rose said hunting was successful and she took her first antler this year. She participated in the elk hunt that used to take place in the community of Atlanta, known as the ‘elk capital’ of Michigan, but was disheartening that it was moved out of the area to Gaylord. She said it would be wonderful if the department would return those activities back to Atlanta, as everyone was excited for the poll. One successful elk hunter took one that was so big he could not fit it in his truck, so he cut it in half and brought just the antler half to hang at the elk poll. In Atlanta, hundreds of people would come to see this, so she hopes the department gives thought to returning it to the Atlanta community again where most of the elk hunting takes place. She attended a bovine TB heard and hunter meeting that took place in Alpena and heard a lot of good information as well as an emotional and compelling testimonial by a woman who, at the age of 9 had been interacting with a deer and feeding it by hand then over the years developed tuberculosis and has been dealing with it for years, nearly dying multiple times. It was a compelling testimony and reminder to keep this in mind when hunting in areas where bovine TB is known to exist and to wear protective gear while dressing deer. She thanked staff for their presentations and wished everyone a wonderful year.
Commissioner Walters attended the Inland Lakes Citizens Fisheries Advisory Committee meeting after the last meeting. Takeaways were there are a lot of good results on walleye in the system. Perch and bass seem to be down a bit. He attended four different deer camps to get feedback about deer management and seasons and met with a group of people who have places on the inland Chain of Lakes to talk about bass, address concerns, and talk further about making improvements if necessary. He got the chance to ride with CO Paul Fox out of Presque Isle County, and they spent all of their time in Pigeon River Country where they certified two cow elk. He really enjoyed it and hopes to do it again in the future. He has a meeting tomorrow with two fisheries biologists to talk about issues at hand. He, too, has had a lot of phone calls from hunters and anglers and he applauds the feedback. He will be hunting for does on Saturday, and the beginning of next year on the day of a commission meeting will be the start of curling leagues so he is looking forward to that. Chair Baird said he has fielded a few of the calls himself and some were angry and upset, yet, every one of them appreciated the complex nature of the system and appreciated the participation and hope there are some good ideas for deer management in the future. He had a lot of fun talking to people and he hopes people continue to call.
Chair Baird then asked for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Walters made a motion to adjourn and Commissioner Rose supported the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 1:38 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Commission is scheduled for Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Lansing Community College, West Campus, 5708 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing, MI 48917. Thomas Baird, NRC Chair M. Scott Bowen, DNR Director DATE: January 11, 2024
[THE NRC MINUTES HAVE BEEN CHANGED TO A NEW FORMAT SO I HAVE TO REFORMAT IT FOR THIS PAGE BY HAND. iF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT CAN NOT BE UNDERSTOOD, PLEASE REPLY.]
Present for the Natural Resources Commission (Commission): • Dave Anthony • Tom Baird, Chair • David Cozad • Pete Eardley • Dave Nyberg • Carol Moncrieff Rose • John Walters Present for the Department of Natural Resources (Department) and Office of the Attorney General: •
Scott Bowen, Director, Department of Natural Resources • Dan Bock, Legal Counsel, Office of the Attorney
Chair Baird called the meeting of the Commission to order at 10:43 a.m. Chair Baird conducted a roll call of Commissioners, the Director, and the Office of the Attorney General. All were present.
Chair Baird called for a motion to approve the day’s agenda. Commissioner Rose made a motion to approve the agenda, supported by Commissioner Nyberg. The day’s agenda was approved unanimously.
The next item on the agenda was the approval of the November 9, 2023, Commission meeting minutes. Chair Baird called for a motion to approve the November 9, 2023, meeting minutes. Commissioner Walters made a motion to approve, supported by Commissioner Rose. Chair Baird called for a discussion. After no discussion, Chair Baird called for a vote. The motion was approved unanimously.
THOMAS L. WASHINGTON AWARD FOR LIFETIME COMMITMENT TO CONSERVATION – RECIPIENT DR. DONALD INMAN The Commission honored longtime conservationist and retired DNR Deputy Dr. Donald Inman with the Thomas L. Washington Award for Lifetime Commitment to Conservation and Outdoor Recreation, an award named for Thomas L. Washington, past director of the Michigan United Conservation Clubs and a champion in Michigan conservation. After earning a Ph.D. in wildlife ecology from MSU, Don Inman became a researcher under Eugene Odum, a pioneer in the field of ecosystem ecology. Don brought this experience to the DNR, where he enjoyed a 26-year career, serving in the Environmental Enforcement Division and retiring as deputy director for the Lower Peninsula. As an environmental enforcement officer with the DNR, Don conceived of the idea of environmental mitigation in 1974, as he worked on an environmental impact statement for proposed gas and oil drilling in the Pigeon River Country State Forest. By 1976, his idea of using extraction revenues to fund the purchase and preservation of new public lands became reality with the passage of what is known today as the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund. After retiring in 1997 in Presque Isle County, Don and his wife, Virginia Pierce, founded the Michigan Resource Stewards, an organization of environmental consultants working to influence conservation policies in the state. He also served with and continues to support the Headwaters Land Conservancy, protecting lands in 11 counties in Northeast Michigan.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Director’s Report
a. Law Enforcement Division Lifesaving Award – Cpl. Steven Orange (Jason Haines, Chief, Law Enforcement Division) Jason Haines, Chief, Law Enforcement Division, presented Cpl. Steven Orange with a Lifesaving Award for his actions on May 9, 2023. Cpl. Orange was having a phone conversation with a hunting safety instructor when he noticed the gentleman was unable to form coherent answers when being asked questions. Recognizing the symptoms as concerning, Cpl. Orange contacted 911 dispatch. An ambulance was dispatched to the man’s residence and within minutes they arrived and began transportation for treatment of a believed stroke. Cpl. Orange then drove to the hospital to check on the victim’s condition. Thanks to Cpl. Orange’s quick actions, the man had a positive outcome and was present at today’s commission for the award presentation.
Shikar Safari Officer of the Year Award – Conservation Officer Dan Robinson (Greg Murtland, Safari Club International & Jason Haines, Chief, Law Enforcement Division) Greg Murtland of Safari Club International, along with Chief Haines, presented the Shikar Safari Officer of the Year Award to Conservation Officer Dan Robinson. CO Robinson joined the department in 2015, assigned to District 6, covering Isabella, Gratiot and Montcalm counties. CO Robinson was recognized for his fish and game knowledge, extreme dedication, work ethic and investigatory skill, making him a leader among his coworkers. Chief Haines said he is always willing to assist officers outside his assigned county and volunteers for specialty assignments, willing to put his profession and the public first. He mentors and trains future generations of conservation officers as a college adjunct instructor and field training officer. He is supported in his work by his wife, Mary, their three children, Eli, Andrew and Violet, as well as his parents.
Director Bowen recognized and thanked six Michigan chapters of Safari Club International. The chapters -- Novi, Detroit, Flint, Michigan, Mid-Michigan and Southeast Bow Hunters -- donated $1,000 each to the DNR for the purchase of a TrackChair. These donations will provide Michigan citizens with limited mobility access to outdoor recreational experiences in the Roscommon area. Citizens wanting to reserve the TrackChair for outdoor recreation can contact the Roscommon Customer Service Center or South Higgins Lake State Park.
Chair Baird called the meeting back to order at 11:42 a.m. after taking a 10-minute break.
c. Safari Club International Michigan Involvement Committee (Caitlin Ott-Conn & Mark Boersen, Wildlife Division)
d. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 1 of 2024 (Terry McFadden, Wildlife Division)
e. Fisheries Order 243.24 (Randy Claramunt, Chief, Fisheries Division)
f. Deer Season Update (Chad Stewart, Wildlife Division)
g. Legislative Report (Informational Item)
Chair Baird announced the time for public comment at 12:45 p.m.
Stacy Welling-Haughey read the official timekeeping procedures and guidelines for the meeting’s public appearances.
a. 5-Minute Comment
i. Dan Ulfig – Deer Management
ii. Erik Schnelle, National Deer Association – Deer Season Harvest Result
iii. Todd Johnson, National Deer Association – Deer Season Harvest Results
3-Minute Comment
i. Jonathan Durtka, Michigan Spearfishing Association – Underwater Spearfishing Season
ii. Merle Jones – Deer Season Harvest
iii. Bob Jones – Deer Season Harvest
Chair Baird adjourned the public comment portion of the meeting at 1:20 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
New Business Chair Baird noted there were one action item and two items for information for the Director under New Business this month.
a. Director Matters i. October 24, 2023, Oil and Gas Lease Auction Results – ACTION ITEM
ii. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 1 of 2024 Order to Regulate Target Shooting at Port Huron State Game Area
iii. Fisheries Order 243.24 – State Licensed Commercial Fishing
Director Bowen indicated he will sign the Oil and Gas Lease Auction Results item.
Chair Baird noted there were two land transactions for the Director this month.
b. Land Transactions
i. Acquisition of State Land Wildlife Division, Van Buren County The Talanda/Kettunen Tract Land Transaction Case #20230173
ii. Wetland Banking – DNR Managed Land Wildlife Division, Monroe County Land Transaction Case #20230197
c. NRC/Director Orders - None
Director Bowen indicated he will sign the two land transactions.
Chair Baird noted there were no new orders for information for the Director and NRC this month.
Old Business
Chair Baird noted there were three Land Use Orders for the Director
Amendments for the Director
a. Director Matters
i. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 5 of 2023 Parks and Recreation Division Management of State-Owned Lands Boating Access Site Trailer Parking
ii. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 6 of 2023 Parks and Recreation Division Management of State-Owned Lands Metal Detecting
iii. Land Use Order of the Director Amendment No. 7 of 2023 Parks and Recreation Division Management of State-Owned Lands Ortonville Recreation Area Equestrian Only Camping
b. NRC/Director Orders – None
Director Bowen indicated he will sign all three Land Use Order Amendments.
Chair Baird noted there were no orders for the Director and NRC this month under Old Business.
Commissioner Reports
Fisheries Committee: Commissioner Cozad reported the Committee was given a presentation this morning on the Lake Sturgeon Management Plan from Andrew Briggs of the Fisheries Division. They found the presentation to be informative and there was good dialogue between the committee members.
Wildlife Committee: The committee was given a presentation this morning on Michigan’s Deer Management Initiative from Chad Stewart of the Wildlife Division. Commissioner Anthony reported the Wildlife Committee has been in discussion about the deer advisory that they are eagerly waiting to work on. He anticipates they will be meeting shortly to find some ideas. He is overwhelmed with the number and intensity of conversations he has had with people in the Upper Peninsula about the deer harvest. A lot of people are disappointed and have expressed their horror about the lack of sightings. He feels strongly that they need to take a serious look at what they need to do for the future.
Commissioner Cozad said things have slowed down after they worked through the fish orders. He attended the Great Lakes Angler Diary program meeting that focused on steelhead. Attendance at the meeting was good, with around 40 people attending virtually. He has had ongoing dialogue with Fisheries Chief Randy Claramunt on both the steelhead passgroup on regulations as well as on the four new minimum size limit on the pike lakes in the U.P. that were designated under 206 this year. He will probably have more to report next month. He wished everyone a safe and happy holiday.
Commissioner Eardley said he echoes Commissioner Anthony’s concerns about deer population in Michigan and that it will be at the top of his list as it is urgent to get something done, even if it is before 2024. He has heard from numerous hunters who have gone out of state to hunt.
Commissioner Nyberg said he also appreciates the comments stated and echoes Commissioner Anthony. He received a lot of outreach in the last few weeks and has had some thoughtful conversations. Speaking to Amy Trotter, MUCC, some of the focus is habitat and the comprehensive approach they need to take for a quality hunting experience. It is hard work, they have great staff, varied perspectives and opinions, and he is looking forward to seeing the work from the deer management prospective. He is pleased to report that the U.P. Habitat Workgroup is reconvening January 17; a collaborative public-private group to share information and ideas on management to the department. He did have a good hunting experience and had his first encounter with a gray wolf. He hears what hunters are concerned about and he is looking forward to working with them in the future.
Commissioner Rose said hunting was successful and she took her first antler this year. She participated in the elk hunt that used to take place in the community of Atlanta, known as the ‘elk capital’ of Michigan, but was disheartening that it was moved out of the area to Gaylord. She said it would be wonderful if the department would return those activities back to Atlanta, as everyone was excited for the poll. One successful elk hunter took one that was so big he could not fit it in his truck, so he cut it in half and brought just the antler half to hang at the elk poll. In Atlanta, hundreds of people would come to see this, so she hopes the department gives thought to returning it to the Atlanta community again where most of the elk hunting takes place. She attended a bovine TB heard and hunter meeting that took place in Alpena and heard a lot of good information as well as an emotional and compelling testimonial by a woman who, at the age of 9 had been interacting with a deer and feeding it by hand then over the years developed tuberculosis and has been dealing with it for years, nearly dying multiple times. It was a compelling testimony and reminder to keep this in mind when hunting in areas where bovine TB is known to exist and to wear protective gear while dressing deer. She thanked staff for their presentations and wished everyone a wonderful year.
Commissioner Walters attended the Inland Lakes Citizens Fisheries Advisory Committee meeting after the last meeting. Takeaways were there are a lot of good results on walleye in the system. Perch and bass seem to be down a bit. He attended four different deer camps to get feedback about deer management and seasons and met with a group of people who have places on the inland Chain of Lakes to talk about bass, address concerns, and talk further about making improvements if necessary. He got the chance to ride with CO Paul Fox out of Presque Isle County, and they spent all of their time in Pigeon River Country where they certified two cow elk. He really enjoyed it and hopes to do it again in the future. He has a meeting tomorrow with two fisheries biologists to talk about issues at hand. He, too, has had a lot of phone calls from hunters and anglers and he applauds the feedback. He will be hunting for does on Saturday, and the beginning of next year on the day of a commission meeting will be the start of curling leagues so he is looking forward to that. Chair Baird said he has fielded a few of the calls himself and some were angry and upset, yet, every one of them appreciated the complex nature of the system and appreciated the participation and hope there are some good ideas for deer management in the future. He had a lot of fun talking to people and he hopes people continue to call.
Chair Baird then asked for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Walters made a motion to adjourn and Commissioner Rose supported the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 1:38 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Commission is scheduled for Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Lansing Community College, West Campus, 5708 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing, MI 48917. Thomas Baird, NRC Chair M. Scott Bowen, DNR Director DATE: January 11, 2024
[THE NRC MINUTES HAVE BEEN CHANGED TO A NEW FORMAT SO I HAVE TO REFORMAT IT FOR THIS PAGE BY HAND. iF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT CAN NOT BE UNDERSTOOD, PLEASE REPLY.]