Caution. New Coastal Trail Damage Just North of Poplar; City Considers Emergency Coastal Development Permit to Shift Trail Inland

VIDEO and PRESS RELEASE on May 4th, 2023. From the Half Moon Bay City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 4th, 2023 at 7:00pm, as a hybrid meeting.

A new area of erosion has presented itself just North of Poplar Beach (first witnessed on April 26).

The City is considering an emergency Coastal Development Permit to shift portions of the trial inland for safety.

The City is currently looking at more permanent repair options to minimize further erosion.

Please be cautious when walking along the bluff or if you visit the beaches.

As a reminder, be aware of your surroundings and contact the Public Works Department via phone: 650-726-7177 or by email at [email protected] with any concerns or issues.

Half Moon Bay City Council member’s Contact

1. Deborah Penrose

   Mayor
   [email protected]
   Phone: 650-726-8250 (leave message with Clerk’s office)

2. Joaquin Jimenez

   Vice Mayor
   [email protected]
   Phone: 650-726-8250 (leave message with Clerk’s office)

3. Debbie Ruddock

   Councilmember
   [email protected]
   Phone: 650-726-8250 (leave message with Clerk’s office)

4. Robert Brownstone

   Councilmember
   [email protected]
   Phone: 650-726-8250 (leave message with Clerk’s office)

5. Harvey Rarback

   Councilmember
   [email protected]
   Phone: 650-726-8250 (leave message with Clerk’s office)

Author: Coastside Buzz

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