Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Marine Resources Commission
Board
Marine Resources Commission
Meeting:
Blue Ribbon Oyster Panel

 
Meeting Details
Date / Time 1/27/2025  1:00 pm
Type Physical Location Only 
Location Patrick Henry Building 
Board Website http://www.mrc.virginia.gov 
Agenda document agency has not posted
Minutes document agency has not posted
Disability Friendly? No       Deaf interpreter available upon request? No
Purpose of the meeting
The upcoming meeting of the Blue Ribbon Oyster Panel will focus on advancing sustainable strategies for managing Virginia’s oyster resources. The Panel will prioritize reviewing the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement Oyster Outcome and aligning with the Chesapeake Bay Program Beyond 2025 timeline. Key discussion topics will include increasing oyster production, expanding habitat, ensuring sustainable harvests, and enhancing water quality. The meeting will also explore new restoration ideas, refine management approaches, and ensure a shared understanding of current policies and tools to support the long-term health of the Commonwealth’s oyster resources.
Meeting Scope
 
Public hearing to receive comment on a proposed stage
X
General business of the board
 
Discuss particular regulations / chapters

Contact Information
Name / Title: Zachary Widgeon  / Director of Communications
Address: 380 Fenwick Road
Building 96
Fort Monroe, 23651
Email Address: Zachary.Widgeon@mrc.virginia.gov
Telephone: (757)247-2200    FAX: (757)247-2002    TDD: ()-