The Arizona Game and Fish Department conducted an on-line survey to gather public comment on alternatives

The Arizona Game and Fish Department conducted an on-line survey to gather public comment on alternatives in response to a federal court ruling declaring the 10-percent cap on nonresident applicants for certain big game species unconstitutional. The survey was th ndposted on the Department’s website from August 17 through September 2 . During that period 7,474 individuals completed the survey. Respondents were asked to indicate whether or not (Yes or No) they would support the following options. The results for each survey option or questions are posted at the right of the table. Yes No number number Total Survey Options: (%) (%) numberAward additional bonus points for continuous support. Also referred to as “loyalty points,” these bonus points would be awarded to those 6,075 1,283 7,358 who have been applying for big game hunts and/or buying licenses (83%) (17%) consecutively for some period of time, for example, for five years. Award a “Conservation Bonus Point” to individuals who participate in wildlife conservation work or other projects that support the 4,004 3,350 7,354 Mission of the Arizona Game and Fish Department. (54%) (46) Require applicants to pay the full tag amount up front using electronic fund transfers when applying over the internet. 3,616 3,729 7,345 (49%) (51%) Do away with the on-line application process altogether. 1,515 5,858 7,373 (21%) (79%) Leave on-line application process as it is. 4 ...