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Galveston Bay Foundation prepared a consensus-supported, site-specific habitat conservation plan to guide conservation activity around Galveston Bay over the next 15-20 years.
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Galveston Bay Habitat Conservation Plan (98-024)
Living Shorelines - Subrecipient
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Jaime J. Zapata Memorial Boat Ramp Fishing Pier & Kayak Launching Area
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Cameron County constructed a 40' x 10' lighted fishing pier, a 20' x 6' permanent kayak launching area, and installed trash cans at the fishing pier for proper disposal of trash.
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Fulton Park Shoreline Access Project
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The City of Fulton constructed a 532 square foot public restroom and drinking water facility in Fulton Park.
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Fred Stone Park Phase II Construction
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Willacy County will construct a new ADA-compliant restroom facility and sidewalk that connects all park features and amenities within Fred Stone Park.
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Expansion of the Dermowatch Website
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Texas A&M University at Galveston expanded DermoWatch, a website that provided Dermo disease data in oysters in Galveston Bay, to include oyster Dermo disease data from seven central Texas bays.
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Follets Island Conservation Initiative - Subrecipient
Improving Stormwater Management in Port Aransas
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The City of Port Aransas worked to reduce nonpoint source pollution into local waters, reduce flooding from improper drainage and high tides, and inform their citizens of the value of their coastal resources and their role in ensuring sound management.
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Endangered Sea Turtle Nesting Activity on Upper Texas Coast Beaches
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Texas A&M University at Galveston characterized sea turtle nesting activity and essential nesting habitat on West Galveston Island.
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Educational Exhibits for the South Padre Island Birding & Nature Center
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South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center created the educational portion of the exhibits such as the graphics panels, the wall murals, the taxidermy of the animals on display, and the creation of plant and animal models within the displays.