Wednesday November 1, 2023
Marin Independent Journal —
A major effort to restore the habitat for endangered coho salmon in Lagunitas Creek has received a $4.6 million infusion from the state.
The Marin Municipal Water District plans to use the grant to hire a contractor to do restoration work for phase one of the project, staff said at a presentation to the finance and administration committee Thursday.
“The grant also includes funding for a natural resources technician position here at the district,” said Jonathan Koehler, the district fisheries program manager. The position is for two years.
The committee recommended that the board accept the funds and authorize the district general manager to sign the grant agreement. A resolution is expected to be presented to the full board next month.