June MRC Meeting
: Civic Annex Building, Garden Level Conference Room
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Upcoming Events

June 01-04

Boulevard Park Intertidal Monitoring Training and Survey

The Whatcom MRC will partner with RE Sources for Sustainable Communities to conduct intertidal monitoring (year 6 post-shoreline enhancement) at Boulevard Park. Staff will provide training to citizen volunteers and will assist with four surveys along the shoreline.
June 06

*Speaker Series Event* - Forage Fish of the Salish Sea

Join the MRC to learn from our regional expert, Dr. Todd Sandell, about the small but vitally important forage fish of the Salish Sea.  The latest news on Cherry Point Herring and their recovery challenges, overall research needs, and potential effects of climate change including the increase in jellyfish will all be discussed.
June 15

What's the Point 2019

Come explore the beach at low tide at this FREE family friendly learning event sponsored by the Whatcom Land Trust and Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve Citizen Stewardship Committee.  
August 10

*Speaker Series Event* Lummi Island Rainwater Catchment Systems

Join an informative discussion how how rainwater catchment systems work, how much they cost, and whether they are legal?
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MRC Vacancies - Economic interest

The MRC currently has a vacancy for an individual who can represent or provide knowledge for an affected economic 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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