[SEMCO] June 2011 CZ-Mail

Mon Jun 6 11:23:17 EDT 2011

CZ-MAIL

June 2011

Welcome to CZ-Mail, the monthly electronic newsletter from the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM). Each issue provides information on major CZM initiatives, available tools and publications, upcoming workshops and events, grants, contracting opportunities, job openings, coastal legislation, and other news of interest to people working on coastal issues. Additional information about CZM's programs, publications, and other coastal topics can be found on the CZM website<http://www.mass.gov/czm/>. To subscribe to CZ-Mail, send a blank email to join-env-cz-mail at listserv.state.ma.us<mailto:join-env-cz-mail at listserv.state.ma.us>. Also, please feel free to share CZ-Mail with colleagues and friends-and if you have any suggestions for future editions, or would like make a change to your CZ-Mail subscription, please email your request to CZ-Mail at state.ma.us<mailto:CZ-Mail at state.ma.us?subject=June%202011%20CZ-Mail>.

Routine Program Change Approved for the Massachusetts Coastal Program

On April 28, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Office of Coastal and Ocean Management approved a routine program change to the Massachusetts Coastal Management Program. Through this change, the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management Policy Guide - May 2011<http://www.mass.gov/czm/plan/czm_policy_guide.htm> (Policy Guide) is formally adopted as the official statement of the Massachusetts coastal program policies and legal authorities. The Policy Guide also includes specific guidance on the federal consistency review process, as well as updates to the program policies, the coastal zone boundary, and the underlying legal authorities. For details, see the Routine Program Change web page<http://www.mass.gov/czm/programchange/>.

Task Force and Public Meetings on Offshore Wind Development Process

During the week of June 6, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) and CZM will host the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation, and Enforcement (BOEMRE) for a meeting of the BOEMRE/Massachusetts Renewable Energy Task Force and for a series of public information sessions. At the Task Force meeting, BOEMRE will present and discuss the comments and submissions of interest received in response to the Request for Interest (RFI) for Commercial Leasing for Wind Power on the Outer Continental Shelf offshore Massachusetts issued in December, 2010. The comment period for the Massachusetts RFI closed on April 18. BOEMRE will also present and discuss next steps in the process offshore Massachusetts, including a draft Call for Information and Nominations and next steps in the environmental review process. The purpose of the public information sessions-to be held in New Bedford, Boston, and Martha's Vineyard-is to provide information on the status and next steps for the BOEMRE leasing process for the development of offshore wind projects in federal waters south of Massachusetts. The sessions will include presentations from EEA and BOEMRE, followed by questions and comments from the audience. The public information sessions are:

*         June 7, 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Fairfield Inn, 185 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford

*         June 8, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at EEA, 100 Cambridge St, 2nd Floor, Boston

*         June 9, 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Katharine Cornell Theatre, 54 Spring Street, Vineyard Haven

Joint Ocean Advisory Commission and Ocean Science Advisory Council Meeting

On April 22, a joint meeting of the state's Ocean Advisory Commission (OAC) and Science Advisory Council (SAC) was held by EEA. After welcoming remarks from EEA Secretary Richard K. Sullivan Jr., OAC chair Susan Tierney presented the meeting goals and agenda. The purpose of the joint OAC-SAC meeting was to review progress made in implementing the Massachusetts Ocean Management Plan<http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eoeeaterminal&L=3&L0=Home&L1=Ocean+%26+Coastal+Management&L2=Massachusetts+Ocean+Plan&sid=Eoeea&b=terminalcontent&f=eea_oceans_mop&csid=Eoeea> and hear about related ocean planning activities at the national and regional levels. CZM Acting Director Bruce Carlisle provided a summary of the plan and an overview of the elements of its administration, including proposed projects that have been reviewed under the new framework provided by the plan, the Ocean and Waterways Trust, adoption of the plan into the state Coastal Program, and development of implementing regulations. Former CZM Ocean Services Manager John Weber reviewed progress made in implementing key projects that address many of the priorities identified in the plan's Science Framework, including habitat mapping, updates to the Massachusetts Ocean Resources Information System, and new human use data and information. Kim Starbuck of the Massachusetts Ocean Partnership gave a presentation on a new recreational boating use and economics study, and Ron Beck from the U.S. Coast Guard First District provided a summary of the Obama Administration's National Ocean Policy and coastal and marine spatial planning framework. Bruce Carlisle discussed activities and plans of the Northeast Regional Ocean Council related to coastal and marine spatial planning, and John Weber provided updates on the BOEMRE offshore wind leasing process on the Outer Continental Shelf. The meeting was adjourned with plans to reconvene the OAC and SAC in the early fall.

CZM Hosts Vietnamese Delegation

On May 27, CZM hosted a delegation from Vietnam, including representatives from the Vietnam Administration of Seas and Islands, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Ministry of Science and Technology, and several provinces. Traveling under NOAA's National Ocean Service's International Program Office to learn more about coastal and marine spatial planning (CMSP) for a pilot application in Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces, the group met with CZM to hear about the process and outcomes of the development and implementation of Massachusetts Ocean Management Plan. CZM looks forward to future technical transfer with members of the delegation as they launch their CMSP pilot.

CZM Nominates Nasketucket Bay State Reservation Expansion for Federal Funding

In May, CZM submitted its highest priority coastal land acquisition project-the Nasketucket Bay State Reservation Expansion in Mattapoisett and Fairhaven-to NOAA for federal fiscal year 2012 Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation Program (CELCP) funding. CZM nominated this application on behalf of the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), the towns of Mattapoisett and Fairhaven, and the Coalition for Buzzards Bay. The project seeks $2.53 million in federal funds to match an equal amount of non-federal funds to protect 208 acres of land adjacent to and nearby the existing Nasketucket State Reservation. The lands proposed for protection have exceptional ecological values and strong conservation, recreational, aesthetic, and historic values. CZM expects that NOAA will complete its national ranking process sometime in the fall. Competition for the limited federal CELCP funds is expected to be strong. For more information, see CZM's CELCP website<http://www.mass.gov/czm/celcp/index.htm>.

CZ-Tip - Hurricane Season Is Here and Here's How to Track the Storms

June 1 marks the start of hurricane season, and forecasters are already predicting that 2011 will bring more than its fair share of storms. On April 6, the updated annual prediction from the Colorado State University forecast team<http://www.news.colostate.edu/Release/5656> called for 16 named storms forming in the Atlantic between June 1 and November 30. Nine of these storms are expected to turn into hurricanes-with five major hurricanes (i.e., Saffir/Simpson category<http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/sshws_table.shtml?large> 3, 4, or 5 with sustained winds of 111 to more than 155 miles per hour). For the best tracking information for storms heading toward Massachusetts, along with information on potential flooding and disaster recovery, see CZ-Tip - The Complete Guide to On-Line Hurricane Tracking for Massachusetts<http://www.mass.gov/czm/tips/hurricane_track.htm>.

CZM Staff and People

Boston Harbor Regional Coordinator - In May, CZM welcomed Valerie Gingrich as the new coordinator for the Boston Harbor Region, filling an important position vacant since last summer. Valerie comes to CZM from the Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA), where she worked as a waterfront planner. Prior to the BRA, she was the planner for the city of Salem. Valerie brings to her new position strong knowledge of urban harbor planning and environmental permitting-especially Chapter 91 and Municipal Harbor Planning-and hands-on experience working with Boston and area communities. Welcome aboard Valerie!

Coastal Shoreline and Floodplain Manager - CZM's own Julia Knisel-CZM's Coastal Resilience Specialist since 2006-has been selected to be the new Coastal Shoreline and Floodplain Manager. Prior to CZM, Julia worked as a Marine Scientist with the U.S. Geological Survey. Julia will bring her experience and qualifications to bear as she helps to coordinate CZM efforts for promoting sound climate change adaptation measures and reducing vulnerability for coastal hazard areas. Congratulations Julia!

Mass Bays Special Projects Coordinator - In May, the Massachusetts Bays National Estuary Program welcomed Lisa Engler as the new Special Projects Coordinator, filling a key position vacant for some time. Lisa will be the lead on outreach and communications for Mass Bays and will also manage ongoing Mass Bays initiatives in the Boston Harbor Region, such as the Boston Harbor Habitat Atlas. Lisa is no stranger to Massachusetts state government, having served with the Department of Transportation and as Coastal Coordinator for DCR's Area of Critical Environmental Concern Program. Mass Bays is very happy to have Lisa on board.

Grants/Funding/Proposal Opportunities

StormSmart Coasts Technical Assistance - CZM has released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking proposals from coastal communities to serve as pilots for implementing coastal shoreline and floodplain management strategies supported by CZM's StormSmart Coasts program<http://www.mass.gov/czm/stormsmart/>. Beginning in September, CZM will provide each pilot community with direct technical and outreach assistance to apply strategies that are most appropriate for the community's capacity, goals, and specific coastal issues. The support provided by CZM will be in-kind assistance rather than any direct funding or contracts. To view the RFQ, visit the Comm-PASS website<https://www.ebidsourcing.com/displayPublicSearchAdvancedSolCriteriaEdit.do;jsessionid=LyXNzFXyWTnnlJXC13PsbfdvvCGBhBG4vMJGp7yvLGX1QLClThT8!160786355?doValidateToken=false&menu_id=2.3.3&org.apache.struts.taglib.html.TOKEN=f4d4cfd38316423111603bdb39dd69bb> and search for solicitation "ENV 11 CZM 06." For information about the previous round of projects, see the StormSmart Coasts Pilot Projects web page<http://www.mass.gov/czm/stormsmart/pilots/pilots_home.htm>. Questions about this opportunity can be directed to Julia Knisel at julia.knisel at state.ma.us<mailto:julia.knisel at state.ma.us> until June 10. Proposals are due by July 1.

Buzzards Bay Watershed Municipal Minigrant Program - The Buzzards Bay National Estuary Program (BBNEP) is seeking proposals from eligible Buzzards Bay watershed communities for projects that help meet the BBNEP's goals to protect and restore water quality and living resources in Buzzards Bay and its surrounding watershed. A total of $180,958 of federal funds is available. To view the Request for Responses, visit the Comm-PASS website<https://www.ebidsourcing.com/displayPublicSearchAdvancedSolCriteriaEdit.do;jsessionid=LyXNzFXyWTnnlJXC13PsbfdvvCGBhBG4vMJGp7yvLGX1QLClThT8!160786355?doValidateToken=false&menu_id=2.3.3&org.apache.struts.taglib.html.TOKEN=f4d4cfd38316423111603bdb39dd69bb> and search for document number "ENV 11 CZM 07." For more information about the program and past awards, see the BBNEP funding web page<http://www.buzzardsbay.org/funding.htm>. Proposals are due by June 30.

Preparedness Grants - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is now accepting applications for a suite of grant programs that provide state and local governments with preparedness funding. These Non-Disaster Grants<http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/nondisaster.shtm> are designed to enhance the capacity of state and local emergency responders to prevent, respond to, and recover from natural and man-made disasters. Specifically, the Port Security Grants<http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/psgp/> and the Emergency Operations Center Grants<http://www.fema.gov/government/grant/eoc/> may be of interest to coastal constituencies.

Reminders - These opportunities listed in the last CZ-Mail are still available:

*         Parks and Conservation Land Grants - The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Division of Conservation Services is seeking applications for the fiscal year 2012 Parkland Acquisition and Renovation for Communities<http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eoeeaterminal&L=5&L0=Home&L1=Grants+%26+Technical+Assistance&L2=Grant+%26+Loan+Programs&L3=Division+of+Conservation+Services+(DCS)&L4=Grant+Programs+offered+by+Division+of+Conservation+Services&sid=Eoeea&b=terminalcontent&f=eea_dcs_dcs_parc_program&csid=Eoeea> (PARC) and the Local Acquisition for Natural Diversity<http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eoeeaterminal&L=5&L0=Home&L1=Grants+%26+Technical+Assistance&L2=Grant+%26+Loan+Programs&L3=Division+of+Conservation+Services+(DCS)&L4=Grant+Programs+offered+by+Division+of+Conservation+Services&sid=Eoeea&b=terminalcontent&f=eea_dcs_dcs_land_program&csid=Eoeea> (LAND) programs. PARC grants assist communities with the acquisition of parkland, as well as construction of new parks and renovation of existing parks. LAND grants provide funds to municipal conservation commissions for the purchase of conservation land. Applications are due by July 14.

*         Small Shipyard Grants -The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration is seeking applications from small shipyards to fund capital and related infrastructure improvements that will facilitate efficiency, competitive operations, and quality ship construction, repair, and reconfiguration. For details, see the Federal Register Notice<http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2011/2011-10511.htm>. Applications are due by June 14.

Products/Publications

Marine Invasive Species Monitoring Guide - CZM's Aquatic Invasives Species (AIS) Program has revised and updated the Monitoring Marine Invasive Species: Guidance and Protocols for Volunteer Monitoring Groups<http://www.mass.gov/czm/invasives/monitor/monitoringprotocol.htm> to reflect important changes in the Marine Invader Monitoring and Information Collaborative (MIMIC) protocols. Established in 2006, MIMIC trains citizen scientists to monitor priority marine invasive species to better understand distributional patterns and enable timely data collection to inform managers and rapid response efforts. Monitoring Marine Invasive Species is the primary guidance document for MIMIC and contains information on site selection, monitoring protocols, safety, and identification resources that can be adapted for any monitoring effort. The revisions include: the addition of three new species-the bryozoan Bugula neritina, the shrimp Palaemon elegans, and the amphipod (skeleton shrimp) Caprella mutica-bringing the total number of priority species monitored by the program to 23; a new shrimp monitoring protocol; enhanced identification resources; and a factsheet for volunteers to use in conversation with the general public. For more information, see the AIS Program website<http://www.mass.gov/czm/invasives/index.htm>.

Longshore Sediment Transfer Report - Woods Hole Sea Grant has released Longshore Sediment Transport, Cape Cod, Massachusetts<http://www.whoi.edu/seagrant/page.do?pid=51915> by Coastal Processes Specialist Greg Berman. This 46-page report provides a qualitative understanding of the net motion of sediment along the beaches of Cape Cod. The report includes full-color aerial maps of Barnstable County and is designed as a tool for conservation commissions, land owners, decision makers, and the public-at-large.

Growing Greener Guide - The Massachusetts Watershed Coalition (MWC) has just released A Community Guide to Growing Greener<http://www.commonwaters.org/resources/community-guide-to-growing-greener>, which provides practical guidelines on how low impact practices and better site design will help communities grow greener and fix stormwater problems.

FEMA Risk Map Report - FEMA has released FEMA's Risk Mapping, Assessment, and Planning (Risk MAP) Fiscal Year 2011 Report to Congress<http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=4656> providing updates on FEMA's strategic approach, program budget and measures, and implementation for Risk MAP-a new initiative for flood map updates with a focus on creating maps that accurately reflect risks.

Human Use Mapping in the Marine and Coastal Zone - NOAA's Coastal Services Center in collaboration with Eastern Research Group has developed A Review and Summary of Human Use Mapping in the Marine and Coastal Zone<http://www.csc.noaa.gov/publications/Human_Use_Mapping_Final_Report.pdf> (PDF, 5 MB), a report describing the results of a project that researched and synthesized methods and approaches to map human uses of the coastal and marine environment.

Ocean Exploration and Research Strategic Plan - NOAA's Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER) has released its Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2011-2015<http://explore.noaa.gov/OERPlan>, which describes the vision, mission, goals, core activities, and organization of OER.

Ocean Research Infrastructure Needs Report - The National Research Council has released the report Critical Infrastructure for Ocean Research and Societal Needs in 2030<http://www.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=13081>, which provides advice on the criteria and processes that could be used to set priorities for the development of new ocean infrastructure or replacement of existing facilities in the United States.

Climate Change Report - The National Research Council (NRC) has released America's Climate Choices<http://dels.nas.edu/Report/Americas-Climate-Choices/12781>, the fifth and final report of NRC's Committee on America's Climate Choices, which examines the nation's options for responding to the risks posed by climate change.

Technical Guide for Mapping and Assessing Sea Level Change - NOAA's National Ocean Service has published Technical Considerations for Use of Geospatial Data in Sea Level Change Mapping and Assessment<http://www.tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/publications/tech_rpt_57.pdf> (PDF, 5 MB) to help coastal decision makers navigate and use geospatial data in sea level change efforts. This resource can help users assess the utility of existing data and provide guidance in acquiring new data. It also provides links to NOAA standards for bathymetry, topography, and vertical control.

Disaster Resilience Literature Survey - The National Institute of Standards and Technology has produced Disaster Resilience: A Guide to the Literature<http://www.nist.gov/manuscript-publication-search.cfm?pub_id=906887> to serve as a central source of data and tools for developing methodologies to define and measure the disaster resilience of structures as well as communities. It is intended as a ready reference for researchers and public- and private-sector decision makers and practitioners.

Ocean Acidification Report - The National Academies have published Ocean Acidification: A National Strategy to Meet the Challenges of a Changing Ocean<http://dels.nas.edu/Report/Ocean-Acidification-National-Strategy/12904>, a report that reviews the current state of knowledge, identifies gaps in understanding, and provides scientific advice to help guide the national ocean acidification research program.

Arctic Ice and Sea Level Rise - The International Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme has released the report, Snow, Water, Ice, Permafrost in the Arctic<http://www.amap.no/swipa/>, which describes how Arctic ice and snow are melting faster than previously thought. According to the study, Arctic temperatures from 2005 through 2010 have been the highest since record keeping began in 1880. The report also projects sea levels to rise by 35 to 63 inches by 2100.

Gulf of Maine Times - The April/May 2011 on-line edition of the Gulf of Maine Times<http://www.gulfofmaine.org/gomt/> features articles on the Census of Marine Life, ocean observations, a new approach to selling seafood, and other Gulf of Maine news.

Coastal Services Magazine - The May/June 2011 issue of Coastal Services<http://csc.noaa.gov/magazine/>, a NOAA Coastal Services Center magazine, features articles about a socioeconomics of coastal management, offshore wind energy in Ohio, climate change adaptation in Maryland, and other news and notes.

Natural Hazards Observer - The May 2011 issue of the Natural Hazards Observer<http://www.colorado.edu/hazards/o/>, the bimonthly periodical of the Natural Hazards Center in Boulder, Colorado, features articles on children and disasters, the Deepwater Horizon spill, nuclear power, and other disaster related news.

Sound Waves - The April/May 2011 issue of Sound Waves<http://soundwaves.usgs.gov/>, the monthly newsletter from U.S. Geological Survey, features articles on marsh sediments in San Francisco, coral reef health in the Florida Keys, and other coastal and marine research news.

Marine Protected Area Newsletter - The May/June 2011 issue of MPA News<http://depts.washington.edu/mpanews/MPA120.htm> features articles on marine protected area (MPA) governance, challenges facing MPAs, and other MPA news and notes.

MPA Connections - The May 2011 edition of MPA Connections<http://www.mpa.gov/resources/publications/newsletters/mpa_connections/>, the newsletter of NOAA's National Marine Protected Areas Center, focuses on cultural heritage resources.

Websites

Storm Surge and Coastal Floods - NOAA has added a Storm Surge and Coastal Floods theme<http://www.noaawatch.gov/themes/coastal_inundation.php> to the NOAAWatch web portal, which offers information about the hazards and associated forecasting, modeling, planning, and actions.

A Student's Guide to Global Climate Change - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has developed A Student's Guide to Global Climate Change<http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/students/index.html>, a website that provides current information about the basics of climate change and its impacts, along with tools to help students explore climate change issues and what they can do about them.

Science in a Time of Crisis - The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) has developed a multimedia website, Science in a Time of Crisis<http://www.whoi.edu/deepwaterhorizon/>, which tells the story of WHOI's response to the Deepwater Horizon explosion-the largest accidental marine oil spill in history. It features many of the scientists and engineers who contributed their skills and experience to the response effort.

Biodiversity in a Rapidly Changing World - The National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE) has launched Biodiversity in a Rapidly Changing World<http://www.ncseonline.org/biodiversity/>, a website that brings together reports, presentations, and background materials related to NCSE's ongoing efforts to advance science and public understanding of the rapid and catastrophic loss of biodiversity and life on Earth.

Coastlines Blog - The Coastlines Project has launched a Coastlines Blog<http://coastlinesproject.wordpress.com>, which provides news and analysis of coastal concerns, including information on the coastal effects of global warming, sea level rise, overfishing, habitat destruction and more.

Pollution Prevention Resource Exchange - The Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association (NEWMOA) manages one of the eight regional pollution prevention information centers that make up the national Pollution Prevention Resource Exchange (P2Rx(tm))<http://www.p2rx.org/>. The mission of P2Rx(tm) is to facilitate a national network of regional centers dedicated to improving the dissemination of pollution prevention information. NEWMOA's Regional P2Rx(tm) Center<http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/p2rxinfo/?> provides pollution prevention information and other services to state and local governments and other environmental assistance providers in the northeast region.

Habitat Priority Planner - NOAA's Coastal Services Center has developed the Habitat Priority Planner<http://www.csc.noaa.gov/digitalcoast/tools/hpp/>, a tool that aids in making decisions about habitat conservation, restoration, and land use planning. The program allows users to test various ideas and "what if" scenarios and can be used effectively in group settings.

Public Comment

Clean Water Act Definition of "Waters of the United States" Draft Guidance - EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are seeking public comments on draft guidance<http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/guidance/wetlands/CWAwaters.cfm> for determining whether a waterway, water body, or wetland is protected by the Clean Water Act. Americans depend on clean and abundant water. However, over the past decade, interpretations of Supreme Court rulings removed some critical waters from federal protection and caused confusion about which waters and wetlands are protected under the Clean Water Act. As a result, important waters now lack clear protection under the law, and businesses and regulators face uncertainty and delay. The draft guidance reaffirms protections for small streams that feed into larger streams, rivers, bays, and coastal waters. It also reaffirms protection for wetlands that filter pollution and help protect communities from flooding. Comments are due by July 1.

National Fish, Wildlife, and Plants Climate Adaptation Strategy - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking public comment and information necessary to prepare a draft National Fish, Wildlife, and Plants Climate Adaptation Strategy<http://www.wildlifeadaptationstrategy.gov>, which will provide a unified approach for reducing the negative impacts of climate change on fish, wildlife, plants, habitats, and our natural resource heritage. Comments are due by July 1.

Reminder - The following comment opportunities posted in the last CZ-Mail are still open:

*         NEPA Pilot Project Proposals - The Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) is seeking nominations for innovative pilot projects that accomplish the National Environmental Policy Act goals of transparency and informed decision making in a more timely and effective manner. For details and to submit a nomination, see the CEQ website<http://whitehouse.gov/administration/eop/ceq/initiatives/nepa/nepa-pilot-project>. Submissions are due by June 15.

*         Stormwater Discharges from Construction Sites - EPA is seeking public comments on a draft National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activities<http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/cgp.cfm>. The new rules will help improve U.S. waterways by regulating the discharge of stormwater from construction sites, which can contain sediment and pollutants that harm aquatic ecosystems, increase drinking water treatment costs, and pollute waters that people use for fishing, swimming, and other recreational activities. The proposed Construction General Permit includes a number of enhanced protections, including provisions to protect impaired and sensitive waters. The permit will be effective in areas where EPA is the permitting authority, including Massachusetts. Comments are due by June 24.

*         Proposed Standards for Cooling Water Intake Structures - EPA is seeking public comments on its proposed standards for all existing power plants and factories<http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/316b/> to protect billions of fish and other aquatic organisms drawn each year into cooling water systems. The proposal would establish a common-sense framework, putting a premium on public input and flexibility. Safeguards against such impingement of organisms will be required for all facilities above a minimum size, and closed-cycle cooling systems may also be required on a case-by-case basis. Comments are due by July 19.

Calendar

Wetlands and Rivers Month Calendar - June is Rivers Month. This online calendar<http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/der/newsletters/rivrwetmonth_calendar2011.htm>, prepared by the Massachusetts Division of Ecological Restoration, lists related events in, on, and along the rivers and wetlands of Massachusetts. These events extend through July 4.

Coastal GeoTools Presentations - The biennial Coastal GeoTools Conference focuses on geospatial data, tools, technology, and information for coastal resource management professionals. The 2011 Conference was held in March in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Presentations are now available on the conference website<http://geotools.csc.noaa.gov/program/default.aspx>.

Massachusetts Stormwater Seminars - In June, Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., with funding from MassDEP, will hold the Massachusetts Statewide Stormwater Seminar Series<http://www.vhb.com/stormwaterseminars/default.asp> throughout eastern Massachusetts. Each free seminar will provide information to help citizens and communities implement high-quality stormwater management plans, promote sound practices, and keep up-to-date on the latest technologies, recommended practices, and regulatory requirements.

World Oceans Day - World Oceans Day<http://worldoceansday.org> is June 8. Activities celebrating oceans and coasts are held across the world throughout the month of June.

New England Wind Energy Conference - On June 7, the New England Wind Energy Education Project will hold a one-day conference and workshop<http://www.windpoweringamerica.gov/newengland/neweep/conference.asp> in Marlborough, which will provide an overview of the context, climate, and status of wind energy development in New England. For details, see the conference agenda<http://www.neweep.com/images/0/00/Detailed_Conference_Agenda_draft_5-6-11.pdf> (PDF, 137 KB).

Mudflat Training - On June 7, 14, 20, and 21, the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History (CCMNH) will hold a Mudflat Mania Training Course<http://www.ccmnh.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=364>. Become a Mudflat Mania! Guide with this highly popular signature program of the museum. Discover the incredible life that goes on above and beneath the mudflats and learn to share its fascinating world with museum visitors.

Capitol Hill Ocean Week - From June 7-9, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation will hold Capitol Hill Ocean Week<http://www.nmsfocean.org/CHOW-2011-splash>, American Prosperity and Global Security: Ocean Solutions for the 21st Century, in Washington, DC. This annual event provides a forum to discuss important ocean and coastal issues on Capitol Hill, offering an opportunity for education and the exchange of ideas.

Carson Beach Cleanup - On June 11 at 10 a.m., Teva in coordination with Eastern Mountain Sports, Ocean Conservancy, the Urban Harbors Institute, and CZM, will host beach cleanup event at DCR's Carson Beach in South Boston. The cleanup will kickoff Teva's new initiative to protect global waterways called "A Pair for a Foot," where a linear foot of water will be protected with each pair of Teva shoes sold. Come out and support clean beaches in the Commonwealth. And for those looking to participate in CZM's annual statewide beach cleanup this fall, see the COASTSWEEP website<http://www.mass.gov/czm/coastsweep.htm>.

Clean Boston Harbor Forum - On June 14 and 15, the Boston Harbor Association (TBHA) will hold the forum A Clean Boston Harbor: What Next?. Part I, to be held on June 14 at the New England Aquarium's Simons IMAX Theatre from 6 to 8 p.m., will feature speakers, an open forum, and a networking reception. Part II, to be held on June 15 at the John Joseph Moakley Courthouse on Fan Pier from 8:30 a.m. to noon, will feature two Visions of the Future sessions and an open forum. For more details and to register, see the TBHA website<http://www.tbha.org/>.

Salt Marsh Monitoring - On June 16 at 7:30 p.m., CCMNH will present Salt Marsh Monitoring with Tara Nye<http://www.ccmnh.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=365>, staff biologist of the Association to Preserve Cape Cod. Tara will speak about the skilled volunteer monitor program that collects scientific information on water salinity, plants, birds, and fish as key indicators of salt marsh health.

National Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning Workshop - From June 21-23, the National Ocean Council will hold the National Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning Workshop<http://www.whitehouse.gov/administration/eop/oceans/cmsp-workshop> in Washington, DC. On June 21, the council invites the public and stakeholders to join its members and government representatives for a full-day public session on Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning. Gathering public feedback through this workshop is a critical step toward implementing a National Ocean Policy, as established by Executive Order under President Obama.

Sand and Sea Festival - From June 25-26, the 2011 Sand & Sea Festival<http://www.beachfests.org/sand-and-sea-festival.html> will be held at Salisbury Beach. Join the festival for great events, music, food, fireworks, and fun.

Wild Arts and Ecology 2011 - From June 27-August 19, Mass Audubon's Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary in Barnstable will hold Wild Arts and Ecology<http://www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Long_Pasture/listing.php?program_code=282-LP11SP1>-week-long summer sessions for kids ages 6-12. Children will explore field science through observing, questioning, experimenting, and using real scientific tools.

National Conference on Science, Policy, and the Environment-Call for Proposals - From January 18-20, 2012, the National Council for Science and the Environment will hold the 12th National Conference on Science, Policy, and the Environment: Environment and Security<http://www.environmentandsecurity.org/> in Washington, DC. Proposals are invited on climate change, food security, energy security, access to water and natural resources, and environment and public health security. See the Call for Proposals<http://www.environmentandsecurity.org/topics/view/68741/>, which are due by June 27.

Smart Growth Conference-Call for Proposals - From February 2-4, 2012, the 11th annual New Partners for Smart Growth Conference<http://www.newpartners.org/index.html> will be held in San Diego, California. To submit a session proposal, see the Call for Proposals<http://www.newpartners.org/cfsp/>, which are due by June 30.

Natural Hazards Research and Applications Workshop - From July 9-12, the Natural Hazards Center will host the annual Natural Hazards Research and Applications Workshop<http://www.colorado.edu/hazards/workshop/> in Bloomfield, Colorado. The three-day workshop is divided into plenary sessions, concurrent sessions, poster sessions, and extracurricular activities.

MITS Summer Institute - The Marine Institute for Teaching Science (MITS) is accepting applications from school teachers to attend its Summer Institute<http://www.mits.org/development/summer-institute.aspx>, a professional development opportunity for teachers in upper-elementary through high school that is held from July 11-22. Summer Institutes are two-week (one week for High School) professional development workshops that model, teach, and encourage teachers to use inquiry-based, hands-on methods of teaching science, technology, engineering, and math.

Climate Adaptation Conference - From July 18-20, the American Meteorological Society will hold the Climate Adaptation: Practical Solutions for a Warming World Conference in Asheville, North Carolina. This conference will be held alongside the 19th Conference on Applied Climatology. For more information, see the conference website<http://www.ametsoc.org/meet/fainst/201119appliedclimateadapt.html>.

Field-Based Research Program for High School Students - The Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve is now accepting applications for TIDAL Quest<http://www.waquoitbayreserve.org/HotLinks/Tidal%20Quest%20poster%20and%20registration%20form%202011.pdf> (PDF, 93 KB), a week-long, field-based research program for high school students to be held July 18-22. Applications will be accepted until the program is full.

Participatory Mapping Webinar - On July 27 from 2-3 p.m., as part of its Digital Coast Webinar Series<http://www.csc.noaa.gov/digitalcoast/webinar/>, the Coastal Services Center will present Engaging Stakeholders in Coastal Management through Participatory Mapping, a webinar that will examine the role of stakeholder engagement in coastal management and the use of participatory mapping as a tool to support decision making. Registration<http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/webinarjuly> is required.

Wednesday Walks - On Wednesdays in June, the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History will hold a series of walks with naturalist Connie Boyce. For details about each walk, see the museum calendar<http://www.ccmnh.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=358>.

Barnstable Land Trust Walks and Talks - From spring through autumn, the Barnstable Land Trust will hold numerous events as part of its Walks & Talks nature series. For details, see the Barnstable Land Trust website<http://www.blt.org/02-What%20We%20Do/Walks%20And%20Talks.html>.

Spring Walks in Harwich - The Harwich Conservation Trust has posted its schedule of spring walks. All walks are free and open to the public. See the Trust's website<http://www.harwichconservationtrust.org/spring_walks_2011.htm>.

Reminders - The following calendar items posted in the last CZ-Mail are still to come:

*         Environmental Business Council Annual Meeting and Awards - On June 8, the Environmental Business Council of New England (EBC) will hold the 21st Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration<http://www.ebcne.org/index.php?id=77&no_cache=1&tx_ciceventscalendar_pi1%5bcaldatets%5d=1306900800&tx_ciceventscalendar_pi1%5bdaylistts%5d=1307505600&tx_ciceventscalendar_pi1%5bsinuid%5d=693&cHash=66b9688554aa5cd537a492a8076b847d> in Boston. Each year, EBC recognizes companies, organizations, and individuals for outstanding environmental/energy accomplishments in the promotion of a sustainable, clean environment through this awards celebration.

*         Metadata Workshop - From June 8-9, the Northeast Coastal and Ocean Data Partnership will hold its Annual Meeting and Metadata Workshop<http://www.necodp.org/workshops/metadata-workshop/annual-meeting-and-workshop-june-8th-and-9th> in Rye, New Hampshire.

*         Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Meeting - From June 8-10, the 17th Annual Meeting and Short Course<http://www.nacsetac.org/Annual_meeting.htm> of the North Atlantic Chapter of the Society for Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry will be held in Freeport, Maine.

*         Solutions to Coastal Disasters - From June 25-29, the 2011 Solutions to Coastal Disasters Conference<http://content.asce.org/conferences/cd2011/> will be held in Anchorage, Alaska. Conference topics will focus on the science, tools, management challenges, and solutions to a range of coastal hazards including: coastal erosion, hurricanes, coastal storms, seismic events and tsunamis, climate change, sea level change, and wind.

*         Fish Passage Conference - From June 27-29, the National Conference on Engineering & Ecohydrology for Fish Passage<http://www.umass.edu/tei/conferences/FishPassage> will be held at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Fish Passage 2011 is a national forum for researchers and practitioners to exchange findings and experiences on fish passage issues. This is a three-day conference with concurrent sessions in engineering, biology, management, and social issues.

*         National Marine Educators Conference - From June 29-July 3, the 2011 National Marine Educators Conference<http://www.massmarineeducators.org/NMEA2011/>, Cape to Cape in the Hub of Marine Education, will be held at Northeastern University in Boston. Join more than 400 educators, advocates, researchers, and enthusiasts for this conference that is dedicated to the teaching and discovery of oceans, marine life, estuaries, and coasts. The focus of the 2011 conference is the world of water.

*         Coastal Zone 2011 - From July 17-21, Coastal Zone 2011<http://www.doi.gov/initiatives/CZ11/index.htm>, Winds of Change: Great Lakes, Great Oceans, Great Communities!, will be held in Chicago, Illinois. The 2011 conference has four major themes: planning for resilient coasts; healthy habitats; observing, modeling, and monitoring; and vibrant coastal and marine economies. This biennial conference brings together nearly 1,000 attendees from federal, state, and local governments, academia, nonprofit organizations, and private industry.

*         Summer Science School - In July and August, the Citizens for the Protection of Waquoit Bay sponsors a Summer Science School<http://www.waquoitbayreserve.org/summer_science.shtml> for students entering grades 2-9. Each session is one week and children are permitted to attend one session.

CZM in the News

Below are links to recent news and journal articles that feature CZM. (Articles may only be available for a limited time. Not working? Try copying the web address directly into your browser, rather than clicking on it.)

*         Patrick-Murray Administration announces federal grants to protect coastal water quality and habitats of Massachusetts and Cape Cod Bays (EEA Press Release, 5/2/11) -
http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eoeeapressrelease&L=1&L0=Home&sid=Eoeea&b=pressrelease&f=110502-pr-coastal-water-grants&csid=Eoeea

In the News

Below are links to recent news and journal articles on coastal issues. (Articles may only be available for a limited time. Not working? Try copying the web address directly into your browser, rather than clicking on it.)

*         Sewage disks still litter beaches (Daily News of Newburyport, 5/28/11) -
http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x564432494/Sewage-disks-still-litter-beaches

*         Red tide finding closes Scituate clam flats (Boston Globe, 5/27/11) -
http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2011/05/27/red_tide_finding_closes_scituate_clam_flats/

*         Meetings set for offshore planning area (Cape Cod Times, 5/27/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110527/NEWS/105270325/-1/NEWS01

*         A growing concern: Army Corps to inspect Merrimack River sandbar (Daily News of Newburyport, 5/26/11) -
http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1488643537/A-growing-concern

*         Experts consider ocean outfall pipe for Cape (Cape Cod Times, 5/26/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110526/NEWS/105260318/-1/NEWS01

*         FEMA could run out of rebuilding money (USA Today, 5/26/11) -
http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2011-05-26-FEMA-disaster-relief-funds_n.htm#<http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2011-05-26-FEMA-disaster-relief-funds_n.htm>

*         Tests reveal mislabeling of fish (New York Times, 5/26/11) -
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/05/27/science/earth/27fish.html

*         Red tide shuts shellfish beds from Boston to Plymouth (Patriot Ledger, 5/25/11) -
http://www.patriotledger.com/topstories/x1152090904/Red-Tide-toxin-shuts-Scituate-shellfish-beds

*         Climate changes chomp away at Cape (Cape Cod Times, 5/25/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110525/NEWS/105250317/-1/NEWS01

*         Red tide closes some Ipswich clam beds (Ipswich Chronicle, 5/24/11) -
http://www.wickedlocal.com/ipswich/archive/x1495163401/Red-tide-closes-some-Ipswich-clam-beds#ixzz1NMcPgfRB

*         A shallow alert: Enlarged sandbar poses hazard for boaters (Daily News of Newburyport, 5/24/11) -
http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1934378904/A-shallow-alert

*         Kerry: Aid unlikely for jetty repairs (Daily News of Newburyport, 5/23/11) -
http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1934377720/Kerry-Aid-unlikely-for-jetty-repairs

*         BOEMRE and NOAA to increase coordination, collaboration on offshore energy development and environmental stewardship (NOAA News, 5/23/11) -
http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110523_BOEMRE-MOU.html

*         EPA denies appeal of Cape Wind permit (Cape Cod Times, 5/22/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110522/NEWS/105220330/-1/rss02

*         Boston court reinstates Buzzards Bay tugboat escorts (Cape Cod Times, 5/21/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110521/NEWS/105210321/-1/NEWSLETTER100

*         Cape Cod National Seashore targets plover predators (Cape Cod Times, 5/20/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110520/NEWS/110529999/-1/NEWS01

*         Lt. Gov. announces grant for culvert project (Daily News of Newburyport, 5/20/11) -
http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x832130848/Lt-Gov-announces-grant-for-culvert-project

*         Mass. lifts boating advisory on right whales (Boston Globe, 5/20/11) -
http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2011/05/20/mass_lifts_boating_advisory_on_right_whales/

*         Forecasters predict 3 to 6 major hurricanes (Boston Globe, 5/20/11) -
http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2011/05/20/forecasters_predict_3_to_6_major_hurricanes/

*         Focus is on preparedness with forecast of busy hurricane season (Standard-Times, 5/20/11) -
http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110520/NEWS/105200336

*         Beach closed to protect plover nest (Vineyard Gazette, 5/20/11) -
http://www.mvgazette.com/article.php?30092

*         Red Tide shuts down clam beds (Gloucester Times, 5/19/11) -
http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x1810036327/Red-Tide-shuts-down-clam-beds

*         State lifts right whale advisory in Cape Cod Bay (Cape Cod Times, 5/19/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110519/NEWS/105190321/-1/rss02

*         NOAA hurricane outlook indicates an above-normal Atlantic season (NOAA News, 5/19/11) -
http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/stories2011/20110519_atlantichurricaneoutlook.html

*         Great deal for the Great Marsh: Rowley signs on to $2.8 million conservation initiative (Daily News of Newburyport, 5/18/11) -
http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x1526182255/Great-deal-for-the-Great-Marsh

*         Offshore wind: Guidelines are work in progress (Cape Cod Times, 5/18/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110518/NEWS/105180339/-1/NEWS01

*         State officials lift advisory regarding right whales in Massachusetts coastal waters (EEA Press Release, 5/18/11) -
http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eoeeapressrelease&L=1&L0=Home&sid=Eoeea&b=pressrelease&f=110518-pr-whale-advisory-lifted&csid=Eoeea

*         Aquarius to illuminate links between salt, climate (Science Daily, 5/18/11) -
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/05/110517115210.htm

*         Possible erosion fix in the works in Sandwich (Cape Cod Times, 5/16/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110516/NEWS/105160311/-1/NEWS01

*         Fuel prices expected to curtail pleasure boating (Standard-Times, 5/16/11) -
http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110516/NEWS/105160324

*         Tidal turbines: New sparks of hope for green energy from beneath the waves (Christian Science Monitor, 5/16/11) -
http://www.csmonitor.com/Innovation/Tech/2011/0516/Tidal-turbines-New-sparks-of-hope-for-green-energy-from-beneath-the-waves

*         After 20 years, Marshfield clam beds reopened to public (Boston Globe, 5/15/11) -
http://www.boston.com/yourtown/scituate/articles/2011/05/15/marshfield_clam_beds_reopen_to_public_after_20_years/

*         Champion of Cape Cod's environment retiring (Cape Cod Times, 5/15/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110515/NEWS/105150330/-1/NEWS01

*         Town has $1.2M in pipeline to fix culvert (Daily News of Newburyport, 5/14/11) -
http://www.newburyportnews.com/local/x2108372895/Town-has-1-2M-in-pipeline-to-fix-culvert

*         Big rare right whales return to feed on smallest sea snacks (Vineyard Gazette, 5/13/11) -
http://www.mvgazette.com/article.php?29959

*         Conomo residents face new septic mandates (Gloucester Times, 5/11/11) -
http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x1693505733/Conomo-residents-face-new-septic-mandates

*         Water research center in the works (Cape Cod Times, 5/11/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110511/NEWS/105110330/-1/NEWS01

*         Large majority backs new study of Orleans sewer systems (Cape Cod Times, 5/10/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110510/NEWS/105100312/-1/NEWSLETTER100

*         Entire Nauset estuary closed to shellfishing (Cape Cod Times, 5/7/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110507/NEWS/105070331&cid=sitesearch

*         Offshore area for wind development reduced by federal government (Vineyard Gazette, 5/6/11) -
http://www.mvgazette.com/article.php?29886

*         Dredging firm fined $105K for Hingham Harbor 'misdumps' (Salem News, 5/6/11) -
http://www.salemnews.com/local/x1440315657/Dredging-firm-fined-105K-for-Hingham-Harbor-misdumps

*         Waterways change seen as opening doors to moorings (Gloucester Times, 5/5/11) -
http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x1440315561/Waterways-change-seen-as-opening-doors-to-moorings

*         On the lookout for aquatic invasive species (The Great Outdoors Blog, 5/5/11) -
http://environment.blog.state.ma.us/blog/2011/05/invasive-species-needs-textphotos.html

*         More locales found at risk of storm surge (Boston Globe, 5/4/11) -
http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2011/05/04/more_locales_found_at_risk_of_storm_surge/

*         Peabody flood-control project could begin next year (Salem News, 5/4/11) -
http://www.salemnews.com/local/x928075818/Peabody-flood-control-project-could-begin-next-year

*         Feds slash area for offshore wind turbines (Cape Cod Times, 5/3/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110503/NEWS/105030332/-1/NEWSLETTER100

*         Scientists survey N.E. coast in harbor seal census (Boston Globe, 5/2/11) -
http://www.boston.com/news/local/maine/articles/2011/05/02/scientists_survey_ne_coast_in_harbor_seal_census/

*         Wind power lease area generates interest (Cape Cod Times, 4/30/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110430/NEWS/110439996/-1/NEWS01

*         New Right whale calf spotted in R.I. Sound (Cape Cod Times, 4/30/11) -
http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110430/NEWS/104300328/-1/NEWS01

*         Vineyard Power partners with OffshoreMW (Martha's Vineyard Times, 4/29/11) -
http://www.mvtimes.com/marthas-vineyard/article.php?id=5477

*         EPA launches new strategy to promote use of green infrastructure for environmental and economic benefits (EPA Press Release, 4/29/11) -
http://yosemite.epa.gov/opa/admpress.nsf/0/5390E840BF0A54D785257881004F96D1

*         A new victim of second-hand smoking: Fish (Time, 4/27/11) - http://ecocentric.blogs.time.com/2011/04/27/a-new-victim-of-second-hand-smoking-fish/

Other Items of Interest

Stellwagen Advisory Council - The Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary<http://stellwagen.noaa.gov/> is seeking applicants for one seat on its Sanctuary Advisory Council. To receive an application kit, contact Elizabeth.Stokes at noaa.gov<mailto:Elizabeth.Stokes at noaa.gov>. Applications are due by June 10.

Rachel Carson Contest - EPA is calling for submissions to the fifth annual Rachel Carson Intergenerational Sense of Wonder Contest<http://www.epa.gov/aging/resources/thesenseofwonder/index.htm>. Carson is considered to be the founder of the contemporary environmental movement through her landmark book, Silent Spring. Entries will be accepted in five categories-poetry, essay, dance, photography, and mixed media. Submissions are due by June 16.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Deval L. Patrick, Governor

Timothy P. Murray, Lieutenant Governor

Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs - Richard K. Sullivan Jr., Secretary

Office of Coastal Zone Management - Bruce K. Carlisle, Acting Director

Editor - Robin Lacey<mailto:robin.lacey at state.ma.us?subject=June%202011%20CZ-Mail>

Internet Coordinator - Joe Pelczarski

Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management

251 Causeway Street, Suite 800

Boston, MA 02114-2136

(617) 626-1200

CZM Information Line - (617) 626-1212

CZM Website - www.mass.gov/czm<http://www.mass.gov/czm>

A publication of the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management pursuant
to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Award No. NA10NOS4190183.

This publication is funded (in part) by a grant/cooperative agreement from the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The views expressed herein are those of the author(s) and
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