Destin council backs 'Million Oyster Project' to restore harbor habitat Council unanimously agreed to collaborate with the Harbor & Waterways Board and Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance on a Million Oyster Project aiming to restore 1,000,000 oysters by the 2030s through vertical oyster gardens, bottom beds and shell recycling. Council noted permits and funding steps ahead.

Destin is setting sail on an ambitious journey to restore one million oysters in its harbor, transforming the ecosystem one shell at a time.

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Martin County approves Río Marine Village site plans, accepts $70,000 privilege fee for right‑of‑way abandonment The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved abandonment of a small platted right of way for a $70,000 privilege fee and adopted final site plans and related easements for the Río Marine Village redevelopment, authorizing a multi‑phase waterfront project that includes apartments, townhomes, live/work units, restaurants, a marina clubhouse

Martin County is set to transform the St. Lucie Riverfront with the approval of the Río Marine Village redevelopment, featuring a vibrant mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces!

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Local Council plans oyster habitat enhancement and commercial regulations for 2026 Council discusses oyster bed development and upcoming commercial regulations for fishing permits.

Fairfield's Shellfish Commission is shaking things up with a plan to streamline shellfish permits and boost community engagement before Memorial Day!

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