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I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1998 ANNUAL REPORT o 00 ~ The Council asks that the USDA expedite its consideration of the designation of a three-state salinity 0') coordinator and that the USDA report its accomplishments in this regard to the Council on or before April I , 1999, The Council further requests responses to all other questions or issues raised in this report concerning the USDA by April 1, 1999. The Council wishes to conclude this portion of its report on a very positive note. Increased funding and the designation of a special interest area reflect recent action by the USDA that was very much needed and appreciated, The Council commends the USDA officials instrumental in making these decisions. It is recognized that there will be continued criticism of the EQIP program's implementation until adequate funds are provided by the Congress. The Council will recommend to the Congress not only that EQIP program funding nationwide be restored to the original $200 million amount but that also the Congress consider increased funding. u.s. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) The Council recognizes the USFWS's important role in the implementation of the salinity control program and appreciates its efforts. The Council now requests that the USFWS review the opportunities to expand wildlife mitigation banking. The Council also asks that the USFWS move to resolve the Section 7 issue identified on page 4 ofthis report. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) The salinity control program is, for the most part, a non-point source water pollution control program. It is perhaps the largest and most successful non-point source program in the United States. The Council finds that the USEP A should be more active in supporting the program. This COLORADO RIVER BASIN SALINITY CONTROL ADVISORY COUNCIL 14 ;41."