Resolution honoring Commissioner Herky Huffman

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On this 1st day of December in the year 2010, the Board of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission hereby declares:

WHEREAS, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has cause to give thanks to Hersey A. "Herky" Huffman for his steadfast commitment to the conservation and enjoyment of Florida's abundant fish and wildlife resources, and

WHEREAS, Herky Huffman is a Floridian from birth, with a passion for outdoor sports and land conservation that has never wavered, and he has promoted his love for fishing, hunting and youth conservation education to everyone he meets, and 

WHEREAS, Herky Huffman served honorably as an FWC Commissioner for over seven years, including a term as Chairman in 2005, and during this time demonstrated outstanding leadership, vision, dedication and true passion in support of Florida's fish and wildlife resources, resulting in great progress for statewide conservation efforts, and

WHEREAS, Herky Huffman, in his role as Commissioner, was a staunch advocate for agency initiatives to secure a brighter future for hunting and fishing; recognized the importance and value of making hunting and fishing opportunities available to the public; and in that regard, worked tirelessly and successfully to expand public hunting and fishing opportunities statewide, and

WHEREAS, Herky Huffman has always believed in involving the public in fish and wildlife conservation efforts, as evidenced by pioneering a local fishing tournament for blind anglers and organizing a joint effort to involve youngsters in managing wild turkey habitat, and 

WHEREAS, Herky Huffman opened the world of hunting and fishing to the visitors and citizens of Florida, from his days as a fishing guide to serving as the outdoors editor for the Sanford Evening Herald, and 

WHEREAS, Herky Huffman is a strong advocate for and actively supported projects to protect Florida's unique fish and wildlife habitats from the threat of invasive plants and animals throughout his many years of public service, and

WHEREAS, Herky Huffman's lifelong commitment to the conservation of Florida's fish and wildlife has contributed to Florida's status as one of the premier states in the nation for hunting, fishing and successful conservation and stewardship of our natural resources:

NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, in a duly constituted and assembled meeting:

1. That we do hereby attest and record on behalf of the citizens of this great state of Florida, and for all who come after us, our deep appreciation for the valuable service rendered by Commissioner Herky Huffman;
2. That the Commission and all Floridians owe Commissioner Herky Huffman a huge measure of respect and gratitude for his unprecedented contributions;
3. That this resolution is an official recognition and public expression of gratitude for Commissioner Herky Huffman's dedication and concern for helping people around the world enjoy and protect our unique and valuable wildlife and fisheries resources;
4. That the Commission hereby supports and applauds the establishment of the Herky Huffman Lifetime Achievement Award for Youth Conservation Mentoring in cooperation with the Wildlife Foundation of Florida;
5. That the Commission hereby recognizes Commissioner Herky Huffman's lifetime contributions, particularly to those wild lands surrounding his local community, including those lands encompassing and surrounding the Bull Creek Wildlife Management Area, and hereby supports and proclaims that from this day forward, this area shall be known as the "Herky Huffman/Bull Creek Wildlife Management Area" in honor of his service;
6. That we do hereby record the sentiments of this resolution forevermore in the minutes and records of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.  

DONE AND RESOLVED, in this duly constituted and assembled meeting at Weston, Florida, this 1st day of December, 2010. 

FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION

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