On Jan 24th, the Port of Newport rejected a proposal by Bay Bridge Enterprises to establish a ship salvage facility on Yaquina Bay. The operation would have posed a significant threat to the ecological health of the bay, as well as recreational uses such as surfing, diving, and sport fishing. Surfrider members in Newport actively campaigned against the proposal through attending public meetings, writing letters, and submitting comments. On the day of the decision, members of Surfrider and Friends of Yaquina Bay met with U.S. Congresswoman Darlene Hooley for 30 minutes to discuss their concerns on this issue. Big thanks to Abby, Jean, and the rest of the Newport crew for their hard work!
For more background on Newport shipbreaking facility, read the PDF article Jean Olson. Click here to download the article.
