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the opportunities for the future. Mr. Cook mentioned Secretary Watt's philisophy that Federal agencies should learn to operate the lands already under their management better to gain what was needed, rather than acquire any new lands. When this philosophy permeates down to the Section 8 program, it has meant no new starts since about mid-1981. Mr. Cook discussed cary-over funds; declining budget difficulties; success of the program; how to move forward together; responsibilities for miti- gation; opportunities for enhancement, especially in the area of some kind of a cost-sharing partnership with the Federal government; and ways the States might help in the budget process. A lively discussion followed in specific areas of concern to the indi- vidual States. C. Wildlife Council operations for the future - council officers John Donaldson, Council Secretary discussed the concerns of the Technical Committee and the sub-technical committees; where he thought the Council was headed, and the possibilities of doing some new things in the future. He called attention to the Council's 27 years of operation and their in- volvement in every major or minor development project and issue on the Colorado River system, bar none. He said that without the Council, many benefits and projects would not be where they are today. John suggested the possibility of a new meeting place, guest speaker at the main Council meeting; the possibility of a rotation basis for the Chairman rather than an elective process; plaque awards; field orienta- tions; game-wildlife participation; and the possibility of increasing the dues to accomplish the changes. Colorado, Utah, and Nevada discussed different aspects of the changes suggested and what they would like to see. Mr. Grieb concluded his remarks with a thank-you from Ivan Wescoatt for his plaque, and the fact that this would probably be his last meeting. He would tell his successor how important he feels the Council is to the efforts of the various agencies that have the responsibility of managing the fish and wildlife resources of the Colorado River Basin. He made the motion that the dues be increased from $100.00 to $150.00 to accomplish the new ideas. Will Molini seconded. Discussion followed on whether or not the increase was enough. The charging of a registration fee was suggested and the group agreed they 7