On this episode, Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham talk to Mandy Sackett, the California Policy Coordinator for the Surfrider Foundation. Mandy advocates for the protection of all 1,100 miles of California’s coastline. This work includes tracking development applications at the California Coastal Commission (CCC) and participating in the state’s efforts to adapt to climate change, and planning for sea level rise. Recently, Mandy lead Surfrider's efforts to stop a bluff armoring project on the famous Strands Beach in Del Mar, California, a project that would have interfered with public use.
After marshaling beach advocates and local high school students -- who waited six hours to testify -- they WON. Smart planning and adaptation are the key to ensuring California’s waves and beaches - and the recreational opportunities they provide - survive as sea levels rise. It takes effective action in the public arena to win.
Check out this recent victory for the beach defenders with Mandy Sackett. Only on ASPN, Voice of the Coastal Community! Only on ASPN, Voice of the Coastal Community!