The Multi-Species Framework process drew polite applause this week from
Columbia Basin interest groups that for the most part like the potential
and intent but withheld judgment on its usefulness in guiding salmon recovery
processes.
The Northwest Power Planning Council, which funded the bulk of the 1
1/2-year-long process, on Tuesday heard the results of an initial analysis
conducted on seven different approaches to managing the Columbia River
and its tributaries. The attempt to quantify
