In response to public requests, the National Park Service is extending the scoping public comment period for the Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Environmental Assessment from December 15, 2017, to January 5, 2018. The National Park Service is also conducting an additional open house in Phoenix the evening of December 12 (6:00 pm to 8:30 pm) at the following location: Arizona Game and Fish Department, Quail Room, 5000 W Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086.

Public scoping is the first opportunity for public comment. All comments, questions and suggestions related to the proposed action are welcome. The NPS will consider input received during this scoping period while preparing the EA. The NPS will provide an additional opportunity for public participation when releasing the EA for public comment, currently scheduled for the spring/summer of 2018.