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Cutting-Edge Science and Tough Management Decisions: Protecting Shallow Water Resources

Release Date: 03/10/2000
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(#00040) Atlantic City, N.J. -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a conference for environmental managers, regulators, academics, scientists, and local decision makers on the latest regulations and scientific research for protecting shallow water ecosystems like tidal marshes and wetlands. The fifth annual conference will be held at the Boardwalk Holiday Inn, New Jersey from March 12 - March 16. There is a great deal of controversy about the best ways to regulate and manage shallow water habitats. Questions have been raised about the overall impacts to the habitats as a result of dredging. The conference will focus on new developments affecting shallow water habitats. Managers and regulators will discuss what additional academic research and public education is needed to help make decisions that protect shallow water habitats.   Shallow water habitats are stressed every day. Presenters will discuss the latest research, management decisions and real-life experience of the negative impacts affecting shallow water ecosystems including: hurricanes, dredging, and disposing of dredged material. Speakers will also discuss beneficial activities and protective measures. Over 185 people have already registered, and registration is available on site. Participants with logistics questions may contact the hotel at (800) 548-3030 or call (800) 548-3037 x 4480 to leave a message for on site registration. An agenda and directions to the conference are available on line at EPA's web site: https://www.epa.gov/region3/shallow_water.