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JUL 07 RECT June 30th, 2004 GRAND JURY Mr. Jacob Bayless, Foreman Sonoma County Grand Jury Dear Sir: My apology for this response being late as I have just returned from vacation - June 29th R3 The UAC director/Casa Grande science teacher should as soon as possible take advantage of the pilot program opportunities as well as NOAA's offer of additional resources that could enhance the UAC program. Response - As the UAC director/Casa Grande Science teacher I will consider any opportunities to improve our program - when and if they are offered. The United Anglers restoration program has been activity involved with NOAA over the past years - see attached materials on watershed activities. Jon Just "Keep the Dream Alive" NAFS SANIA RUSA 12 22 03 17:58 FAX 707578:435 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE Southwest Region 777 Sonoma Avenue, Room 325 Santa Rosa, California 95404 December 22, 2003 Tom Furrer Casa Grande High School 333 Casa Grande Road Petaluma, California 94954 Dear Tom, In light of the recent events concerning flood control and restoration projects in Adobe Creek, and the question of liability associated with the United Anglers of Casa Grande High School anadromous fish and restoration program, I would like to reaffirm NOAA Fisheries support and partnership with the school. In addition, I would like to commend the students for the continuing work they do, and to acknowled ge their dedication and contribution to recover listed steelhead. The issue of vegetation management and flood control is a topic I deal with throughout Central California. There are many creeks where conflicts arise between protection of property and the conservation of salmon ds listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The responsibility of maintaining waterways and core erving listed salmonids falls on the landowners. To that end, I want to reassure the students that they are not liable for the restoration activities they conduct in Adobe Creek. NOAA Fisheries is sensitive to the issue of protecting private property from flooding. However, the protection of private property does not have to put landowners in conflict with the ESA. Recovery and restoration of salt ion and steelhead will only result when we all have a common long-term vision, balance needs and acknowledge that we all have a part to play in recovery planning. There is no doubt in my mind that United Anglers, the City of Petaluma, the Sonoma County Water Agency, and NOVA Fisheries can establish a partnership which utilizes and compounds our resources and valls for a common goal. The United Anglers of Casa Grande High School program is an essential and key element to the restoration of watersheds in Pet iluna. The Program has already demonstrated many successes and leaves a legacy of environmental conservation for the next generation of students to follow. More than anything. I am encouraged that the students are developing an environmental awareness and leadership skills for the future. I want every student in your classroom to know how much NOAA Fisheries values the r work ethics, and the work they do. 2003 MFS SANTA ROSA 2/22 00 17:59 FA) 7075793435 . . At any time my staff, or I can be of assistance to your program please let me know. I would also be pleased to address your class on this, or any ESA issue. Sincerely, Istual Jacker Patrick J. Rutten, Supervisor Protected Resources Division cc: Rod McIrmis, NOAA Fisheries Petaluma School Board . Dennis M. Barry, AICP Contra Community Development Director Community osta Development Department County Administration Building 651 Pine Street 4th Floor, North Wing Martinez, California 94553-0095 Phone: (925) 335-1227 February 27, 2004 Tom Furrer Casa Grande High School Director/Instructor 333 Casa Grande Road Petaluma, CA 94954 Dear Mr. Furrer: On behalf of the Contra Costa Watershed Forum, thank you very much for your inspirational presentation at the Contra Costa County Creek and Watershed Symposium. As you know more than three hundred people attended the event, representing a broad cross section of community, from local and state agencies to organizations and educational institutions. Response to the event in general, and to the speakers more specifically, was overwhelmingly positive. And the presentation by the United Anglers of Casa Grande was the runaway hit of the day. Your commitment and dedication was a big inspiration to people in Contra Costa County. Recognizing the importance of your contribution to this event, the Contra Costa Watershed Forum on January 14th unanimously approved awarding you the enclosed Certificate of Appreciation. Please accept this as a small gesture of our appreciation. Sincerely. John Kopchik and Kae Ono Staff for the Symposium enclosure 1 CF Industries, lac. ONE SALEM LAKE DRIVE LONG GROVE, ILLINOIS 60047 847/438-9500 September 13, 2002 Dr. Carol Wong Superintendent Petaluma School District 200 Douglas Street Petaluma, CA 94952 Dear Dr. Wong: Congratulations to Casa Grande High School and the United Anglers of Casa Grande in receiving the CF Industries National Watershed Award. It was a pleasure to visit Casa Grande High School and video tape Tom Furrer and his students for the watershed award ceremony scheduled in Washington, D.C. on September 26, 2002. The student-lead Adobe Creek Restoration Project is one of the finest programs I have seen in all of my years of involvement in the Watershed Award program. Tom's dedication and the hard work of the students serve as an excellent example of initiative and commitment of spirit. We will be forwarding copies of the press releases for the award ceremony of September 26, 2002, and a copy to Torn for use with the local media. Should you like to learn more about our company and the watershed recognition program, please visit our web site at www.cfindustries.com. Again, congratulations to Tom and students of Casa Gande High School. Sincerely, Sugar March Tamien Hook Media Specialist TH:co ,/cc: Tom Furrer CHENT OF UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE Southwest Region 501 West Ocean Boulevard, Suite 4200 Long Beach, California 90802-4213 United Anglers of Casa Grande High School Habitat Restoration Partner 1999 - 2003 Citation The National Marine Fisheries Service proudly adopts United Anglers of Casa Grande High School as the first student program to be adopted into its new anadromous fish habitat restoration initiative. This is the NMFS High School Habitat Restoration Partnership program. The criteria for adoption were not created by fishery bureaucrats, but by the accomplishments of Casa Grande High School students in Adobe Creek. These criteria, that other student programs must meet as well, include the following: A dedicated faculty advisor in fishery habitat conservation; a strong partnership with its community; an anadromous stream conservation or restoration project; a watershed or ecosystem approach to stream conservation; an outreach plan to educate other students and the public about fish habitats; and a strong student commitment to habitat protection. The NMFS will adopt that school as a partner in salmon and steelhead habitat restoration, committed to providing modest financial support for field supplies and equipment, classroom materials, and other educational and outreach materials. It further commits to being the new partner's mentor, providing advice, internships, field trips, classroom instruction, career counseling, and other appropriate educational support. United Anglers of Casa Grande High School is a prototype NMFS partnership for other high schools in California. Should this four-year program be highly successful, it may be expanded beyond salmon and steelhead watersheds to marine pelagic and groundfish habitats. Congratulations to all members of the United Anglers of Casa Grande High School and I look forward to this new partnership with you. November 7, 1998 William J. SogarthWilliam T. Hogarth, Ph.D. Regional Administrator Printed on Recurled Paner UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE Southwest Region 501 West Ocean Boulevard, Suite 4200 Long Beach, California 90802-4213 HABITAT RESTORATION PARTNERSHIP UNITED ANGLERS OF CASA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL November 7, 1998 Effective this date the National Marine Fisheries Service adopts into its Habitat Restoration Partnership the students of United Anglers of Casa Grande High School, Petaluma, California. This adoption commits United Anglers to meet criteria established for this adoption and commits the National Marine Fisheries Service to providing the mentor support identified herein. United Anglers Agrees To: Dedicate at least one faculty science advisor to this partnership; support students interested in college preparatory classes with emphasis in fishery or habitat conservation careers; adopt a nearby creek as a salmon or steelhead trout habitat restoration project; take a watershed approach in restoring that creek; engage the local community in their restoration work; develop an outreach project or program to educate the community and other schools in salmon and steelhead habitat conservation and restoration; and fulfill this commitment for four years. National Marine Fisheries Service Agrees To: Dedicate one career employee as a partnership mentor; provide modest funding to assist in acquiring classroom and field equipment; participate in science and career fairs; seek opportunities to engage students in actual problems in the field; provide classroom instruction; provide student career counseling; provide student intern tasks; and fulfill this commitment for four years. United Anglers of Casa Grande High School National Marine Fisheries Service Petaluma, California Long Beach, California
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R3The UAC director/Casa Grande science teacher should as soon as possible take advantage of the pilot program opportunities as well as NOAA's offer of additional resources that could enhance the UAC program. Response - As the UAC director/Casa Grande Science teacher I will consider any opportunities to improve our program - when and if they are offered. The United Anglers restoration program has been activity involved with NOAA over the past years - see attached materials on watershed activities. Jon Just "Keep the Dream Alive" NAFS SANIA RUSA 12 22 03 17:58 FAX 707578:435 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE Southwest Region 777 Sonoma Avenue, Room 325 Santa Rosa, California 95404 December 22, 2003 Tom Furrer Casa Grande High School 333 Casa Grande Road Petaluma, California 94954 Dear Tom, In light of the recent events concerning flood control and restoration projects in Adobe Creek, and the question of liability associated with the United Anglers of Casa Grande High School anadromous fish and restoration program, I would like to reaffirm NOAA Fisheries support and partnership with the school. In addition, I would like to commend the students for the continuing work they do, and to acknowled ge their dedication and contribution to recover listed steelhead. The issue of vegetation management and flood control is a topic I deal with throughout Central California. There are many creeks where conflicts arise between protection of property and the conservation of salmon ds listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The responsibility of maintaining waterways and core erving listed salmonids falls on the landowners. To that end, I want to reassure the students that they are not liable for the restoration activities they conduct in Adobe Creek. NOAA Fisheries is sensitive to the issue of protecting private property from flooding. However, the protection of private property does not have to put landowners in conflict with the ESA. Recovery and restoration of salt ion and steelhead will only result when we all have a common long-term vision, balance needs and acknowledge that we all have a part to play in recovery planning. There is no doubt in my mind that United Anglers, the City of Petaluma, the Sonoma County Water Agency, and NOVA Fisheries can establish a partnership which utilizes and compounds our resources and valls for a common goal. The United Anglers of Casa Grande High School program is an essential and key element to the restoration of watersheds in Pet iluna. The Program has already demonstrated many successes and leaves a legacy of environmental conservation for the next generation of students to follow. More than anything. I am encouraged that the students are developing an environmental awareness and leadership skills for the future. I want every student in your classroom to know how much NOAA Fisheries values the r work ethics, and the work they do. 2003 MFS SANTA ROSA 2/22 00 17:59 FA) 7075793435 . . At any time my staff, or I can be of assistance to your program please let me know. I would also be pleased to address your class on this, or any ESA issue. Sincerely, Istual Jacker Patrick J. Rutten, Supervisor Protected Resources Division cc: Rod McIrmis, NOAA Fisheries Petaluma School Board . Dennis M. Barry, AICP Contra Community Development Director Community osta Development Department County Administration Building 651 Pine Street 4th Floor, North Wing Martinez, California 94553-0095 Phone: (925) 335-1227 February 27, 2004 Tom Furrer Casa Grande High School Director/Instructor 333 Casa Grande Road Petaluma, CA 94954 Dear Mr. Furrer: On behalf of the Contra Costa Watershed Forum, thank you very much for your inspirational presentation at the Contra Costa County Creek and Watershed Symposium. As you know more than three hundred people attended the event, representing a broad cross section of community, from local and state agencies to organizations and educational institutions. Response to the event in general, and to the speakers more specifically, was overwhelmingly positive. And the presentation by the United Anglers of Casa Grande was the runaway hit of the day. Your commitment and dedication was a big inspiration to people in Contra Costa County. Recognizing the importance of your contribution to this event, the Contra Costa Watershed Forum on January 14th unanimously approved awarding you the enclosed Certificate of Appreciation. Please accept this as a small gesture of our appreciation. Sincerely. John Kopchik and Kae Ono Staff for the Symposium enclosure 1 CF Industries, lac. ONE SALEM LAKE DRIVE LONG GROVE, ILLINOIS 60047 847/438-9500 September 13, 2002 Dr. Carol Wong Superintendent Petaluma School District 200 Douglas Street Petaluma, CA 94952 Dear Dr. Wong: Congratulations to Casa Grande High School and the United Anglers of Casa Grande in receiving the CF Industries National Watershed Award. It was a pleasure to visit Casa Grande High School and video tape Tom Furrer and his students for the watershed award ceremony scheduled in Washington, D.C. on September 26, 2002. The student-lead Adobe Creek Restoration Project is one of the finest programs I have seen in all of my years of involvement in the Watershed Award program. Tom's dedication and the hard work of the students serve as an excellent example of initiative and commitment of spirit. We will be forwarding copies of the press releases for the award ceremony of September 26, 2002, and a copy to Torn for use with the local media. Should you like to learn more about our company and the watershed recognition program, please visit our web site at www.cfindustries.com. Again, congratulations to Tom and students of Casa Gande High School. Sincerely, Sugar March Tamien Hook Media Specialist TH:co ,/cc: Tom Furrer CHENT OF UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE Southwest Region 501 West Ocean Boulevard, Suite 4200 Long Beach, California 90802-4213 United Anglers of Casa Grande High School Habitat Restoration Partner 1999 - 2003 Citation The National Marine Fisheries Service proudly adopts United Anglers of Casa Grande High School as the first student program to be adopted into its new anadromous fish habitat restoration initiative. This is the NMFS High School Habitat Restoration Partnership program. The criteria for adoption were not created by fishery bureaucrats, but by the accomplishments of Casa Grande High School students in Adobe Creek. These criteria, that other student programs must meet as well, include the following: A dedicated faculty advisor in fishery habitat conservation; a strong partnership with its community; an anadromous stream conservation or restoration project; a watershed or ecosystem approach to stream conservation; an outreach plan to educate other students and the public about fish habitats; and a strong student commitment to habitat protection. The NMFS will adopt that school as a partner in salmon and steelhead habitat restoration, committed to providing modest financial support for field supplies and equipment, classroom materials, and other educational and outreach materials. It further commits to being the new partner's mentor, providing advice, internships, field trips, classroom instruction, career counseling, and other appropriate educational support. United Anglers of Casa Grande High School is a prototype NMFS partnership for other high schools in California. Should this four-year program be highly successful, it may be expanded beyond salmon and steelhead watersheds to marine pelagic and groundfish habitats. Congratulations to all members of the United Anglers of Casa Grande High School and I look forward to this new partnership with you. November 7, 1998 William J. SogarthWilliam T. Hogarth, Ph.D. Regional Administrator Printed on Recurled Paner UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE Southwest Region 501 West Ocean Boulevard, Suite 4200 Long Beach, California 90802-4213 HABITAT RESTORATION PARTNERSHIP UNITED ANGLERS OF CASA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL November 7, 1998 Effective this date the National Marine Fisheries Service adopts into its Habitat Restoration Partnership the students of United Anglers of Casa Grande High School, Petaluma, California. This adoption commits United Anglers to meet criteria established for this adoption and commits the National Marine Fisheries Service to providing the mentor support identified herein. United Anglers Agrees To: Dedicate at least one faculty science advisor to this partnership; support students interested in college preparatory classes with emphasis in fishery or habitat conservation careers; adopt a nearby creek as a salmon or steelhead trout habitat restoration project; take a watershed approach in restoring that creek; engage the local community in their restoration work; develop an outreach project or program to educate the community and other schools in salmon and steelhead habitat conservation and restoration; and fulfill this commitment for four years. National Marine Fisheries Service Agrees To: Dedicate one career employee as a partnership mentor; provide modest funding to assist in acquiring classroom and field equipment; participate in science and career fairs; seek opportunities to engage students in actual problems in the field; provide classroom instruction; provide student career counseling; provide student intern tasks; and fulfill this commitment for four years. United Anglers of Casa Grande High School National Marine Fisheries Service Petaluma, California Long Beach, California
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