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The meeting materials for the March 3, 2025 Council Meeting are now available! 🔗 bit.ly/OPC-MAR2025

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Thank you to everyone who participated in our Strategic Plan Listening Sessions! Your perspectives are invaluable as we shape OPC’s 2026-2030 priorities. If you haven’t shared your thoughts yet, there’s still time! Our public survey is open through this Friday: opc.ca.gov/2026-2030-strategic-plan 🌊💙

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🌊 Catch the Latest Waves with OPC! 🌊 The February Newsletter is here, packed with insights and opportunities to keep you connected to California’s coast and ocean! 🐚💙 🔗 bit.ly/OPC-FEB-2025

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And happy Valentine's Day to you @scrippsocean.bsky.social! We 💙 all our FIN-tastic coast and ocean partners!

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🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟 Meet Michael Esgro, OPC's Senior Biodiversity Program Manager & Tribal Liaison, 🐟 who is passionate about protecting 30% of CA's waters by 2030 and the new funding coming this spring to advance 30x30 through science, restoration, and tribally-led stewardship. 🔬 🌊 bit.ly/OPC-MIKE

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📷 Calling All Photographers! Have a stunning shot of California’s coast or ocean? We want to showcase your work in the Photo of the Month feature of our monthly newsletter! ➡️ opc.ca.gov/photo January Photo of the Month: Keira Silver / Southern Sea Otter eating purple urchin in Monterey Bay

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📢 We're Hiring a Tribal Affairs and Community Engagement Specialist to lead and foster tribal affairs and coastal community engagement related to state ocean and coastal programs in California. Apply by February 28, 2025! For more details and to apply, please visit: bit.ly/OPC-JOB-OUTREACH

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The Southern California wildfires may have long-term impacts on coastal and marine ecosystems, as ash, debris, and toxic runoff threaten water quality and marine life. Learn more about these threats and the efforts to protect our coast and ocean. 🔗 bit.ly/OPC-FIRES 📷 Palisade Fire / CAL FIRE

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🌊 Join us for the next Council meeting on Monday, March 3, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.! Agenda topics include sea level rise adaptation grants, ocean acidification, marine carbon removal, MPAs, climate-ready fisheries & more. For details and the full agenda, visit 🔗 bit.ly/OPC-MAR2025

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There’s still time to apply! ⏳ Applications close on February 7, 2025. Help spread the word and support students who want to make a positive impact on the future of our coast and ocean! 🌊✨

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Share YOUR priorities for California's coast and ocean and help shape our 2026-2030 Strategic Plan! 📍 Upcoming in-person sessions: San Francisco – February 12 Long Beach – February 18 💻 Can't attend in person? Share your thoughts on our online feedback form. 👉 opc.ca.gov/2026-2030-strategic-plan

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Last week, OPC staff visited the Wiyot Tribe’s reservation lands to meet with the Tribe’s Natural Resources Director and Tribal Administrator. (1/2) ⬇️

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🌊 SB 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program 📆 Next Proposal Deadline: March 21, 2025 💻 Informational Webinar: Feb 10, 12–1 PM 💻 Office Hour: Feb 26, 2–3 PM 🔗 Learn more: opc.ca.gov/sb-1-funding 📷 Courtesy California King Tides / South Oceanside, San Diego

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✨ In our 2024 Year in Review, we reflect on the progress made in climate resilience 🌎, biodiversity 🐋, equity 💙, and more! 🌊 Dive into the highlights: opc.ca.gov/2025/01/2024-year-in-review

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Don’t miss YOUR chance to join the conversation and help shape the future of California's coast and ocean. 💙 Upcoming 2026-2030 Strategic Plan Listening Sessions: Imperial Beach – January 28 San Francisco – February 12 New! Long Beach – February 18 🔗 opc.ca.gov/2026-2030-strategic-plan

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We're excited to announce our 2025 summer #InternshipOpportunity for undergrads passionate about 🏖️ coastal and 🌊 ocean protection! 🌟 Gain real-world experience and make a difference! 📅 Apply by February 7, 2025 🤿 Dive into the details & apply: bit.ly/OPC-INTERNS25 Tag someone who should apply! 🙌

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Join California Natural Resources Agency for a Climate Bond Implementation Briefing to learn how $10B in funding will support wildfire resilience, water security, coastal protection, and more in California. 📅 Jan 24, 1 PM | Jan 30, 4 PM 🔗 content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CNRA/bulletins/3ccf615

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Thank you to those who shared your priorities for the future of California's coast and ocean last week in Morro Bay and Pacific Grove! 💙 Upcoming 2026-2030 Strategic Plan listening sessions: Arcata - 1/22 Imperial Beach - 1/28 San Francisco - 2/12 L.A. - Feb TBD opc.ca.gov/2026-2030-strategic-plan

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📷 Calling All Photographers: Submit Your Photo for the “Photo of the Month”. Whether it’s a serene shoreline, vibrant marine life, or a captivating coastal sunset, share the beauty of our state’s coast and ocean! We want to showcase your work in our monthly newsletter! ➡️ opc.ca.gov/photo

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✨ An inspiring day in Pacific Grove! ✨ Today, we gathered valuable input from the community during the first in-person public listening session for our 2026-2030 Strategic Plan. Tomorrow, we’ll be in Morro Bay, with more sessions coming up along the coast. opc.ca.gov/2026-2030-strategic-plan

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As wildfires impact southern California’s coastal areas, our hearts are with the communities facing this challenge. For accurate, up-to-date information on evacuation orders, road closures, and safety resources, please visit @calfire.bsky.social ➡️ www.fire.ca.gov

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📢 Big news for California's coast and ocean: President Biden announced a ban on oil and gas drilling along most U.S. coasts! This crucial step helps safeguard California's vibrant marine ecosystems, protects our coastal communities, and fights climate change.

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