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4C State could determine fate of Poseidon desalination plant in 2017 Poseidon’s plans to build a desalination plant in Huntington Beach will be under scrutiny by at least two state commissions in 2017. The California Coastal Commission could reject the company’s request for a permit fee waiver, while the State Lands Commission will review updated environmental plans. P. 18
No. 1040
California Boating News Since 1971
Dec. 30, 2016 - Jan. 12, 2017
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New marine reserve in Mexico not off limits to fishing
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Offshore anglers could still navigate into a new biosphere marine reserve just off the Baja California coast. Government officials, however, are still ironing out enforcement measures. P. 31
Marine Debris: The Trash In Our Waters Large amounts of trash are filling our oceans, harbors and rivers. Common sources of marine debris are abandoned boats and derelict fishing gear. NOAA has removed more than 12 million pounds of marine debris from our waters since 2006. P. 20
Standing Watch Environmental
Keeping abandoned vessels out of local waters requires a team effort
Orange County seeks new director for Dana Point Harbor
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Dana Point Harbor will have a dedicated administrator again. OC Parks is searching for a new director to take the reigns of managing Dana Point Harbor. The position is being filled seven months after it was vacated. P. 8
Cooler winter temperatures in Southern California means less time on the water – and more time to think about what changes to make to your boating activities in 2017. P. 17
Los Angeles County developing plan to address illegal charters Illegal charter boat operations are a problem everywhere. Policymakers in Los Angeles County are taking steps to address the issue. Will marinas and harbors look to the county for guidance if its response in Marina del Rey is successful? P. 15
Jeanne Socrates to take on recordbreaking sailing challenge in 2017
She is already in the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest woman to sail around the world single-handed. Now she wants to be the record holder for oldest person to circumnavigate the world alone and unassisted. Will 2017 be her year? P. 29
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Boaters’ resolutions for the New Year
Abandoned or derelict vessels pose environmental and safety hazards to boaters and marine life. Harbor officials and marina operators have been making an effort to eradicate the problem, but what can recreational boaters do to reduce or eliminate dilapidated vessels from the water? P. 5
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