2 named to IFG panel

BOISE — Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter announced the appointment today of Pocatello real estate agent Lane Clezie and Meridian irrigation equipment wholesaler Blake Fischer to the seven-member Idaho Fish and Game Commission.

Clezie succeeds Randy Budge of Pocatello representing the Idaho Department of Fish and Game’s Southeast Region, and Fischer succeeds Bob Barowsky of Fruitland representing Fish and Game’s Southwest Region.

The terms of both Budge and Barowsky expired June 30. Clezie and Fischer both will serve terms through June 2018.

“Lane and Blake are experienced, passionate sportsmen who bring great understanding of the Fish and Game Commission’s responsibilities to hunters, anglers, fish and wildlife, and everyone who loves the outdoors,” Governor Otter said.

“I appreciate their willingness to take on the challenge of preserving, protecting and managing the people’s resources for the enjoyment of future generations of Idahoans.”