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Local Zoning Changes Enact Protections for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

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Local zoning changes were enacted to protect the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. These local protections have been described as a coastal “blue wall” against potential threats. The changes relate to local zoning and governance actions in the area.

From santacruzsentinel.com

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The protections are enacted amid federal pursuit of offshore oil development and seabed mining. The sanctuary is noted for sustaining ecological systems essential to human life, regulating climate, and providing food and livelihoods.

From santacruzsentinel.com

Who's involved

  • Monterey Bay National Marine SanctuaryThe marine protected area that is being protected by the zoning changes.
  • Santa Cruz CountyThe county where the new zoning protections for the sanctuary were established.
  • city councilThe legislative body responsible for altering municipal policy and development scope through zoning.
  • CapitolaThe city within Santa Cruz County where local governance actions are taking place.

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