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Learn more about how to submit formal testimony and participate in the Public Rules Hearing . Public Hearing Live Streaming Video (WebEx) Meeting number: 711 136 870 Password: 3PMiqcBXp69 Public Hearing call-in number: 408-418-9388 Access Code: 711 136 870#Chief’s Recommendations to the Ohio Wildlife Council Due to precautions related to the COVID-19 virus, some Ohio Division of Wildlife events are cancelled and we may not be present at certain events. However, you can still contact us during business hours and we are still working daily for wildlife conservation. ODNR Operations During Coronavirus Outbreak The Division of Wildlife Call Center will be working remotely and available to answer your questions by email between the hours of 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. If you have questions for the Ohio Division of Wildlife, please use one of these options to contact us: Email us at wildinfo@dnr.state.oh.us Call your local wildlife district office Call your county wildlife officer (for questions regarding specific county matters) Additional Resources: Attention Anglers - Practice Safe Social Distancing (sign to download and print for use) For more information on COVID-19 and the Ohio Department of Health’s recommendations on prevention and preparation, please visit coronavirus.ohio.gov . The current spread of COVID-19 is a result of human to human transmission. At this time, there is no evidence that animals play a role in spreading the disease. It is currently unknown if the virus can be transmitted from humans to North American wildlife. Until we have more information, we are recommending Ohio wildlife practitioners take additional precautions. If you find any wild animal that is not visibly injured, leave it alone (don’t collect it). 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