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May 26, 2010
Preventing the spread of invasive marine species
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are aquatic organisms that establish and reproduce rapidly outside their native range and threaten natural ecosystems, human health and the economy. Invasive species are also called alien, nuisance or exotic species. AIS threaten the diversity or abundance of native species through competition for […]
Categories: Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Ecosystems
May 26, 2010
Central Coast Groundfish Project
The Central Coast Groundfish Project (CCGP) is an innovative endeavor being spearheaded by The Nature Conservancy (TNC). The goal of the CCGP is to establish a community-based fishing institution that can provide for the long-term ecological and economic sustainability of […]
Categories: Aquaculture, Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Ecosystems
May 18, 2010
California Marine Renewable Energy Working Group
The California Marine Renewable Energy Working Group is an interagency group chaired by the California Ocean Protection Council. The goals of the Working Group are to: Address uncertainties in regulatory processes for marine renewable energy projects in California Address the […]
Categories: Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Ecosystems
April 23, 2010
Low-Impact Development (LID)
As more impervious surfaces – roads, parking lots and buildings – are built in a watershed, more runoff is produced that is contaminated with oil, grease, metals, trash, bacteria, and other pollutants. This polluted runoff enters our waterways and contributes […]
Categories: Water Quality
March 24, 2010
California Sustainable Seafood Initiative
Assembly Bill 1217 (Monning, 2009), requires the Ocean Protection Council to develop and implement a voluntary seafood promotion program for California fisheries. The intent of AB 1217 is to encourage California fisheries to seek certification in accordance with internationally accepted […]
Categories: Aquaculture, Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Ecosystems
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