Fish and Wildlife Commission

The Los Angeles County Fish and Wildlife Commission is an advisory body for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the Fish and Wildlife Warden regarding the propagation and protection of fish and wildlife in Los Angeles County and the State of California.



It was created by authority of a resolution adopted February 26, 1952, under Chapter 3.26 and Chapter 6.44 of the Los Angeles County Code.  The Commission also administers and makes recommendations for the disbursement of funds received from fines for violations of the Fish and Wildlife Code within the County of Los Angeles.   Grant making is based on the availability of funds, geographical and categorical considerations and a thorough evaluation of the information provided by applicants.  The Commission meets quarterly however grant applications may be submitted at any time.  To apply for a grant, click HERE.

THE COMMISSION'S POLICY AND OBJECTIVES



The policy of the Los Angeles County Fish and Wildlife Commission is to encourage the conservation and maintenance of wildlife resources in conjunction with Sections 1801 and 13103 of the California Fish and Wildlife Code.  This policy includes the following objectives:

• To enhance Fish and Wildlife activities including propagation, protection and restoration
• To support Fish and Wildlife projects
• To further Research and Education in areas related to Fish and Wildlife

The Fish and Wildlife Commission encourages the conservation and maintenance of wildlife resources in conjunction with Sections 1801 and 13103 of the California Fish and Wildlife Code. The Commission awards grants to non-profit organizations with special projects or programs that aid the Commission in meeting the following objectives:

• To enhance Fish and Wildlife activities including propagation, protection and restoration, such as providing grants for the installation of wildlife water sources (guzzlers), and the planting of tree seedlings and native vegetation in fire ravaged areas.
• To support Fish and Wildlife projects such as Fishing in the City events by stocking fish at County parks and recreation and providing and encouraging the sport of fishing to the many residents of California’s growing urban population.
• To further Research and Education in areas related to Fish and Wildlife propagation, protection and restoration of fish and wildlife such as providing grants to purchase specialized research tools to assist in documenting the migration patterns of the Southern California Steelhead Trout.