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Prop 68 Funds Coastal Sea Rise Adaption Projects in Marin 

Proposition 68 will also enhance river parkways, protect coastal forests and wetlands, and fund outdoor access, lower-cost coastal accommodations, and climate adaptation. 

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From top: Stinson Beach (marincounty.org), Eelgrass creates an underwater meadow (Photo: Eric Heupel). Bolinas Wye Wetlands (parks.marincounty.org)

Proposition 68, the California Parks, Environment, and Water Bond, which was approved by voters in the November 2018 state elections, is currently funding around $1 million to environmental projects in Stinson Beach, Richardson Bay, and the Bolinas Lagoon.

Proposition 68 authorized $4 billion in general obligation bonds for state and local parks, environmental protection projects, water infrastructure projects, and flood protection projects, according to State of California websites. Projects are currently funded to plan, develop, and implement climate adaptation and resiliency projects, including those that create or rehabilitate state or local parks, provide flood protection, protect natural resources and water supply, and improve water quality.

Proposition 68 will also enhance river parkways, protect coastal forests and wetlands, and fund outdoor access, lower-cost coastal accommodations, and climate adaptation. 

The County of Marin Community Development Agency will receive $396,000 for the “Stinson Beach ARC: Adaptation and Resilience Collaboration” because rising sea levels and flooding are existential threats to the Stinson community and its resources. These threats demand comprehensive engagement of the residents, the community, and others who are concerned with the sea level rising in Stinson Beach.

The Richardson’s Bay Regional Agency (RBRA) received $324,681 for the Richardson Bay Eelgrass Protection and Management Plan. According to Audubon.org, the eelgrass is a plant that produces seeds in the flower. The grant is for the restoration of the eelgrass habitat, which acts as an important food source for water birds, a protective nursery ground for finfish and shellfish, and as protection to coastal areas against shoreline erosion. 

The Marin County Parks received $339,000 for “Bolinas Lagoon Wye Wetlands Project.” The “Wye” intersection at the north end, where State Route 1 and the Olema-Bolinas Road meet need to be reconfigured. The Wye’s roads and culverts currently block fish migration, disconnect water and sediment movement between the wetlands and streams, and prevent the wetlands and the lagoon from moving inland with sea level rise. If these issues are not addressed, important natural habitats as well as key roads will be lost.

Proposition 68 also funded those who use the services of the California Conservation Corps, whose office is in San Rafael. The use of the Corps also increases the public benefit of these projects by creating workforce development opportunities for young adults, which may assist an applicant’s ability to comply with Proposition 68 Section 80001(b)(5).

The CCC provides supervised work crews of 10-15 young adults trained and equipped to work safely on a wide variety of projects related to the priorities of Proposition 68.

The County of Marin Community Development Agency will be receiving $80,000, and the County of Marin Community Development Agency will be receiving $133,000.

The Marin County Post’s coverage of local news in Marin County is supported by the Ethnic Media Sustainability Initiative, a program created by California Black Media and Ethnic Media Services to support community newspapers across California.

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Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee Reflects on Her Career as She Bids Farewell to Congress

“Together, we have raised our voices and pushed the envelope for peace, justice and equity. It has been the honor of a lifetime to provide constituent services, deliver federal investments to my district, speak out, and often times be the only one to take tough votes against the tide. I have, and will continue to, fight for working families, the middle class, low income and poor people,” said Lee On her final day in Congress.

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Rep. Barbara Lee. File photo.
Rep. Barbara Lee. File photo.

By Bo Tefu, California Black Media

Outgoing Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA-12) expressed deep gratitude to her constituents and marked the end of her 26-year career in public service.

Lee, who is succeeded by Lateefah Simon, a civil rights and racial justice activist, praised people in her community for their support. She also highlighted her dedication to promoting peace, justice, and equity.

“Together, we have raised our voices and pushed the envelope for peace, justice and equity. It has been the honor of a lifetime to provide constituent services, deliver federal investments to my district, speak out, and often times be the only one to take tough votes against the tide. I have, and will continue to, fight for working families, the middle class, low income and poor people,” said Lee On her final day in Congress.

Throughout her tenure, Lee earned a reputation as a principled lawmaker known for taking bold and sometimes unpopular stances. One of her defining moments came in 2001 when she was the sole member of Congress to vote against the Authorization for the Use of Military Force in response to the September 11 attacks. This decision led to death threats but ultimately cemented her legacy of courage.

Lee’s leadership extended beyond her district, where she fought for social justice, the rights of low-income communities, and global health initiatives. She was a key figure in pushing for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). She was a vocal critic of the Hyde Amendment, which restricts federal funding for abortion services.

The Congresswoman also faced significant challenges in her career, including a failed Senate bid in 2024. Yet, Lee’s efforts have paved the way for more excellent representation, with more Black women now elected to Congress. She worked closely with organizations like Representation Matters to encourage more women of color to run for office.

Lee says she looks to the future, confident that the next generation of leaders will continue her unfinished work, particularly on issues like military force and reproductive rights.

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