California Coastal National Monument MOU & Monterey Peninsula Gateway Initiative

A Pacific Grove resident spoke in support of the gateway initiative, recalling the museum's earlier MOU with BLM and suggesting the gateway could encourage visitors to stay longer, boosting transient occupancy tax revenue.

Asked how state agencies — the State Lands Commission, Coastal Commission, and Coastal Conservancy — fit into the MOU and whether the conservancy's funding could contribute.

A longtime black oystercatcher monitor and regional project coordinator praised the presentation and urged the city to join the effort.

Supported the initiative, saying it gives organizations including the city a vehicle to collaborate, envision projects, and pursue funding without burdening the city.

Longtime resident supported the effort, praising volunteers as the backbone of the city and welcoming a "better grade of tourists" through geotourism.