Commissioners Ignored Rules, Report Finds | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 2m

An investigation into the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission reveals troubling patterns of secrecy and conflict, but stops short of calling it serious misconduct. Commissioners routinely skirted transparency laws and ignored conflict-of-interest rules, fueled by poor training and a deepening rift with agency leadership — though no harassment or mistreatment was confirmed. The report highlights systemic failures that hurt staff, eroded trust, and cost taxpayers $80K. Governor Ferguson’s office will review findings before deciding next steps, while the agency’s director, who requested the…