NDF Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Regulation to List the Red Rock Sunflower as a Fully Protected Species in Nevada

The Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) will hold a public hearing to receive comments from all interested persons regarding the adoption of regulations that pertain to Chapter 527 of the Nevada Administrative Code. The proposed regulation to list the Red Rock Sunflower (Helianthus devernii) on Nevada’s list of fully protected species of native flora is needed due to its limited and specific habitat requirements and the presence of threats that threaten its long-term survival. The species faces immediate and future risks, including intensive recreational use, potential land development, lack of protection from grazing by ungulates, wildfires, and invasive species. Protecting the Red Rock Sunflower through this regulation aims to mitigate these threats and ensure the species' continued existence in its native habitat.

A copy of all materials relating to the proposed regulation may be obtained from the Nevada Division of Forestry website at www.forestry.nv.gov or by contacting the Division at 901 S. Stewart St, Ste 1001, Carson City, Nevada, 89701 (775) 684-2500. Persons wishing to make oral comment on the proposed regulation of the Division are encouraged to participate in the scheduled workshop, either in person or via Microsoft Teams. Persons wishing to submit written testimony or documentary evidence may submit the material by emailing ndfinfo@forestry.nv.gov or by mailing to the following address: Nevada Division of Forestry, 901 S. Stewart Street Ste. 1001, Carson City, NV 89701. Reasonable efforts will be made for members of the public who have disabilities and require special accommodations for assistance at the meeting. Please contact the Division at 775-684-2500 or ndfinfo@forestry.nv.gov prior to the meeting.

• Date: Monday, October 21, 2024
• Time: 9:30 AM
• Location: Nevada Division of Forestry Headquarters, Bryan Building, Connie Conference Room (1st Floor), 901 S. Stewart Street, Carson City, NV 89701
• Virtual: Click or type the shortcode to access the meeting:
  Link: https://rb.gy/yc2310
  Meeting ID: 220 378 430 293
  Passcode: nEuMFn
  Or call in (audio only): (775) 321-6111, 74929734#

Relevant Documents

Notice of Intent to Act NAC 527
NDF Adoption Hearing Agenda NAC 527
NDF Small Business Impact Statement
Proposed Regulation of the State Forester Firewarden R154-24
Public Meeting Recording