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December 8, 2009

Preserving California’s Fisheries

The waters off California’s coastline boast some of the most productive fisheries in the world, and as a result, the state is defined by its rich fishing heritage. The OPC is committed to preserving and restoring California’s valuable fisheries and […]

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December 8, 2009

Mapping California’s Resources

The coastal area of California is diverse, ranging from towering coastal bluffs to dense urban development and rolling pastoral lands. Immediately offshore, the underwater topography is equally varied with deep canyons, seamounts, and small shelves extending from the shoreline. The […]

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December 8, 2009

Promoting Applied Research

Solving complex ocean resource problems requires scientific understanding of how ocean and coastal ecosystems function. The OPC strives to bridge the gaps between scientists, the public, and resource managers by supporting applied scientific research and the translation of data into […]

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December 8, 2009

Stopping the Spread of Invasive Species

California’s coastal, estuarine and marine habits are quickly becoming degraded by the influx of aquatic invasive species (AIS).  These non-native species negatively impact natural ecosystems, fisheries, infrastructure, water delivery and flood protection systems, human health, and California’s economy. The OPC […]

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December 3, 2009

OPC Meeting Summary

  Meeting Summary   November 30, 2009 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Scripps Seaside Forum 8610 Kennel Way (formerly Discovery Way) La Jolla, CA   Council Members in Attendance: Mike Chrisman, Secretary for Natural Resources, Council Chair                                     Linda Adams, Secretary […]

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November 19, 2009

OPC Meeting – November 30, 2009

Meeting Agenda November 30, 2009 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Scripps Seaside Forum 8610 Kennel Way (formerly Discovery Way) La Jolla, CA   Mike Chrisman, Secretary for Natural Resources, Council Chair Linda Adams, Secretary for Environmental Protection John Chiang, State […]

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November 4, 2009

DCTF – Public And Agency Comment

Submitted October 2023 Mark Lytle, Pacific City Fishing Charter – Dated October 8, 2023 – Provided Comments for the November 2-3, 2023 DCTF meeting Submitted June 2022 Bart Chadwick, Sub Sea Sonics – Dated June 29, 2022 – Provided comments […]

Categories: Dungeness Crab Task Force
October 14, 2009

DCTF Background Documents

OPC Authority to Create the Dungeness Crab Task Force Frequently Asked Questions-Dungeness Crab Task Force- Commercial Fishing Elections Dungeness Crab Task Force- Elections Details Staff Recommendation: Dungeness Crab Task Force Noncommercial Fishing Representatives Staff Recommendation: Dungeness Crab Task Force Facilitation […]

Categories: Dungeness Crab Task Force
October 8, 2009

OPC Meeting – June 14, 2007

June 14, 2007 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Port Commission Hearing Room San Francisco Ferry Building Pier 1, San Francisco, California 94111 Mike Chrisman, Secretary for Resources, Council Chair Linda Adams, Secretary for Environmental Protection John Garamendi, Lieutenant Governor, State […]

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