Newport Bay Microplastic Sampling
Summary
SCH Number
2023120127
Public Agency
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Marin Region 7
(CDFW)
Document Title
Newport Bay Microplastic Sampling
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/6/2023
Document Description
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is issuing a permit to the University of California Riverside pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 2081(a) for scientific purposes. The Section 2081(a) permit authorizes the applicant to take steelhead trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss irideus) during the course of sampling, subject to terms and conditions set forth in the permit. The purpose of this sampling is for the University of California Riverside’s microplastic research study within Newport Harbor and Upper Newport Harbor SMCA. The Section 2081(a) permit authorizes the applicant to
potentially capture steelhead trout during surveys. The applicant will conduct year-round research sampling of the fate of microplastics in Newport Harbor through the use of midwater trawls through December 31, 2025.
Contact Information
Name
Dylan Inskeep
Agency Name
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Job Title
Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Newport Beach
Counties
Orange
Regions
Citywide
Other Location Info
Sampling will occur within the Newport Harbor and Upper Newport Harbor SMCA
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Calif. Code Regs., §15306, Information Collection, Class 6
Reasons for Exemption
The Project involves research sampling within Newport Harbor and Upper Newport Harbor SMCA which will not result in a serious or major disturbance to steelhead trout
which are listed under the California Endangered Species Act.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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