(1) The following is a nonexhaustive list of department decisions thought to be of significant interest to the public:

(a) adoption of wildlife management regulations including the setting of seasons and fish planting policies and priorities;

(b) adoption of regulations governing public use of department-controlled lands and facilities;

(c) acquisition of land;

(d) distribution and administration of federal land and water conservation fund monies;

(e) adoption of policies regarding the sale of licenses, including the allocation of license dealerships;

(f) adoption of commission policies and priorities regarding wildlife habitat and threats to it;

(g) development of department programs having a significant impact on the environment;

(h) development of a comprehensive fish, wildlife and outdoor recreation plan.

(2) Opportunity for public participation shall be provided by rendering final decisions on these matters at commission meetings which are open to the public and which have been announced in advance or by offering the opportunity for written comments or hearing prior to decisions which are made by the department through publication of notice pursuant to the Montana Administrative Procedure Act.