The New Citizens’ Association Coastal Erosion Task Force
Working To Protect Our Homes

 In keeping with our mission statement The Citizen’s Association has established a Coastal Protection Task Force.  The Task Force’s role is to advise the Board of Directors on all matters relating to the coastal protection of the Island of Palm Beach, with emphasis on Reaches 7 and 8, extending from Sloan’s Curve to the southern boundary of The Town of Palm Beach.  Coastal protection issues would include actions that are necessary to provide storm protection for upland structures such as beach renourishment and dune restoration. 

 As part of this function the Task Force will monitor the efforts of the Shore Protection Board, The Town Council and the various regulatory bodies, and advise the Citizen’s Association Board concerning actions they should take, particularly with respect to issues involving coastal protection for Reaches 7 and 8.  To assist in fulfilling its responsibilities the Task Force will develop recommendations for engaging the services of a coastal engineering firm to offer advice and counsel on all matters relating to the protection of our homes from the Atlantic Ocean, including any proposed projects that will impact the beaches and/or dunes. The Task Force also will develop recommendations for covering the cost of these services.

 Residents of Reaches 7 and 8 who wish to serve on The Coastal Protection Task Force are encouraged to mail a copy of their resume to the Citizen’s Association office located in the Paramount Building, Suite 28, 139 North County Road, Palm Beach, Florida 33480.

This is an important issue facing all of us who live south of Sloan’s Curve and we look forward to working with you to protect our homes and the beautiful barrier island on which we live. MM