Help Shape the Future of Three State Parks Along Gaviota Coast
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GAVIOTA — California State Parks is inviting the public to participate in two draft concepts meetings to help shape the future of El Capitán and Refugio state beaches, and Gaviota State Park. As part of the El Capitán, Refugio, and Gaviota (ECRG) General Plan Update Project, the meetings will provide opportunities for the public to review draft planning concepts, share their feedback and ask questions on the project.
Below are dates and locations for the meetings:
In-person Meeting
When: Thursday, Feb. 12, 6- 7.30 p.m.
Where: Vista de Las Cruces School
9467 San Julian Road, Gaviota, CA 93117
Virtual Meeting
When: Wednesday, March 4, 6- 7.30 p.m.
Where: Zoom meeting link will be provided upon registration.
Participants may attend either meeting; both will cover the same information. Please register at ecrgplanupdate.com/participate/.
Meeting Overview
The meetings will present:
- Draft concepts that outline the potential future direction for the three parks, developed using input from stakeholders, community members, and consultation with California Native American Tribes.
- Draft Declarations of Purpose
- Draft Vision Statements for each park unit, as well as a Draft Vision Statement for the three-park system.
The project team will provide an overview of the planning process and facilitate opportunities for discussion and feedback, including through interactive activities.
About the ECRG General Plan Update Project
The ECRG General Plan Update Project is aimed at developing a new general plan for the future of El Capitán and Refugio state beaches, and Gaviota State Park in Santa Barbara County. The project will include recommendations that, with public input, will help California State Parks adapt, renew, and preserve these parks for visitors to enjoy for generations.
California State Parks welcomes public participation in this process. Questions or comments about the project may be submitted at any time to info@ECRGplanupdate.com.
California State Parks supports equal access. If you need reasonable modification or special accommodation for the meeting, please contact Kate Wilson at katharine.wilson@parks.ca.gov.
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