Media Release
For Immediate Release
For More information contact:
Keala J. Hughes, Director of External Affairs & Tribal Relations
Direct: 504-717-7235
Email: restorecouncil@restorethegulf.gov
On January 12, 2018, the President appointed the Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as the new Chairperson of the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council (Council). Additionally, in accordance with the Resources and Ecosystems Sustainability, Tourist Opportunities, and Revived Economies of the Gulf States Act of 2012 (RESTORE Act), the Council has announced its intention to vote on the approval of two actions at a Council meeting to take place January 24, 2018.
The agenda for the Council's telephonic meeting will include:
- Approval of $1,790,546 in implementation funding for the Robinson Preserve Wetlands Restoration project sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; and
- Approval of the Final 2017 Funded Priorities List: Comprehensive Commitment and Planning Support (2017 CPS FPL).
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Keala J. Hughes
Director of External Affairs & Tribal Relations
(504) 717-7235
keala.hughes@restorethegulf.gov