It is no secret that healthy ocean habitat is disappearing across the globe faster than we can protect it. That’s why I am in support of the Marine Protection Area (MPA) in Malibu, where we have a chance to save what is left of our backyard. There has been compromise on both sides of this issue because it is our backyard and we all have to live here. Although, recently it has come to light that most recreational usage of the water is non-consumptive and non-extractive. The predicted loss of revenue generated from licensing has been exaggerated.
Let’s take this opportunity to put these protective measures in place. Malibu remains a worldwide destination spot, not for its fishing but for its unsurpassed coastal beauty and year-round ocean recreation. Wouldn’t it be in the best interest of Malibu’s fiscal longevity to protect our marine resources? These sacrifices are the growing pains for a shrinking planet. Who wants a dead sea? Not me!
Allyson Adams