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Public commenters urge council to back Otter Rock funding, support NOAA and adjust Bayfront vending; safety and BLM staffing concerns raised
Summary
Members of the public asked the council to sign letters supporting funding for the Otter Rock marine protected area, urged a statement in support of NOAA after employee terminations, requested more Bayfront vending spaces, and reported safety and BLM staffing concerns affecting local attractions.
During the public comment period several residents and representatives raised a range of concerns and requests.
Marine reserve funding and letters of support: Dennis White, identified as board president of Friends of Outer Rock and a resident of Depoe Bay, asked council to sign two types of letters: (1) a letter of municipal support for his organization’s foundation grant applications, and (2) a letter supporting state funding for the recently designated marine protected area at Cape Foulweather and nearby marine reserves. White referenced a state bill by number as "HP 3587" and said the bill would provide $300,000 to carry out recommendations from Oregon State University’s 10‑year evaluation of marine reserves. Council voted to endorse and sign the requested letter supporting Otter Rock marine reserve funding and directed staff to send the letter prior to the legislative filing deadline.
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