February MRC meeting
: Garden Level Conference Room, Civic Annex Building
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Upcoming Events

March 07

*Speaker Series Event* Pinto Abalone Status Review

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking public comment on a proposal to list the pinto abalone as a state endangered species.  Join the MRC on March 7 to hear a WDFW research scientist present information on why the species may be in peril of local extinction and how you can provide comment.
April 04

*Speaker Series Event* Million Waves Project: Turning Ocean Plastic into Prosthetic Limbs

Join the April MRC meeting to learn about the Million Waves Project - taking recycled plastic cleaned from the ocean and turning it into 3D printed limbs.
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MRC Vacancies - Economic interest and Conservation/Environmental interest

The MRC currently has a vacancy for an individual who can represent or provide knowledge for an affected economic interest and an individual who can represent a Conservation/Environmental interest. The Committee, guided by sound science and the needs of the Northwest Straits marine ecosystem, and consideration for the citizens of Whatcom County, addresses local marine issues and recommends remedial action to local authorities. Members meet monthly on the first Thursday of the month and serve four year terms. Executive-appointed. Positions open until filled.

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