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MRC narrows 2025–27 grant shortlist; derelict-gear removal and ROV purchase face questions
Summary
The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee reviewed three proposed new projects for the 2025–27 biennium and debated whether to drop derelict-crab-pot removal after a lead resigned. Members and staff also discussed purchasing an ROV versus contracting, and possible use of leftover grant funds to increase staff capacity.
The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee on Monday reviewed three candidate projects for its 2025–27 grant application and debated whether to remove the derelict-gear proposal after a volunteer lead said they must step away.
The committee’s remaining new-project candidates were nearshore restoration at a wildlife refuge, debris removal at Edith’s Hook, and derelict crab-pot removal. Committee members discussed implementation details, permitting and cost, and how to allocate any unspent grant funds.
Why it matters: derelict fishing gear kills commercial and recreational shellfish and can damage habitat; how the MRC funds and implements removals affects local fisheries, volunteer workload and long-term monitoring.
Committee staff member Amelia (MRC staff) outlined the three projects for the group and noted administrative constraints: equipment…
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