Meeting:
Blue Ribbon Oyster Panel
Meeting Details | |
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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
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General business of the board
Discuss particular regulations / chapters
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Contact Information | |
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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: ()- |