Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on authorizing the Parks Department to partner with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Wildlife Services Program for assistance in the removal of nuisance wildlife at several Park locations.

Nuisance and non-native wildlife, namely feral hogs and nutria are having an adverse effect on natural resources at several park locations.  The Parks Department recommends a partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Wildlife Services program through execution of a Work Initiation Document for Wildlife Damage Management.  USDA will provide resources and expertise to assist in the removal of these nuisance species over a period of time.  There are no direct program costs required of the County.  The Work Initiation Document was reviewed by Legal, Purchasing and Contract Audit.