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Del Norte supervisors express opposition to offshore drilling but opt to monitor federal action
Summary
Supervisors discussed whether to adopt a resolution opposing offshore oil and gas leasing in federal waters, considered joining regional coalitions, and agreed by consensus to oppose offshore drilling in principle while directing staff to monitor BOEM and federal processes and return with updates.
The Del Norte County Board of Supervisors discussed a draft position on proposed federal offshore oil and gas leasing and reached a board consensus to oppose new offshore drilling in principle while directing staff to closely monitor federal activity and report back.
The item, introduced by Supervisor Starkey, presented several options: adopt a formal resolution (as many coastal counties have done), submit formal comments during federal comment periods, or join regional…
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