Coos Bay Estuary Management Planning
Phase 2 Coordination Hub
Welcome!
This website serves as a landing point for updates, resources, and other pertinent information throughout the second phase of the Coos Bay Estuary Management Plan (CBEMP) development process. Please contact deanna@sea-shoresolutions.com with questions or for updates regarding this website or the CBEMP update process.
Get Involved
Roles
The process is being guided by an Advisory Body composed of three committees. Along the way, Special Interest Groups representing specific uses and community members at large will have opportunities to inform the process. The role of these groups is to ensure that the CBEMP is technically sound while also reflecting the values of the Coos Bay community.
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Advisory Body
Three committees (Steering, Citizen Advisory, and Technical Advisory) will oversee the drafting, review, and adoption process.
Click below to learn more about Committes members & responsibilities, and apply to fill a vacant position.
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Special Interest Groups
Special Interest Groups represent specific uses related to Coos Bay, such as commerical fishing, recreation, and conservation.
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Community Members
Community members that live, work, or recreate near Coos Bay provide an important voice to inform this process.
Click below to explore ways that you can get involved and provide input as a community member.
Calendar
Use the calendar to explore past and upcoming meetings, review periods, and other events.
Resource Library
There are many resources that must be considered when updating an EMP, from foundational state guidance to the newest research in the region. Please use the accordion to identify specific documents.
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CBEMP Phase 2 Scoping Framework
Draft Phase 2 Scoping Framework and Comments (2/18/2026 Draft)
Funding Matrix
Steering Committee
Draft Steering Committee Bylaws and Comments (2/19/2026)
Technical Advisory Committee
Technical Advisory Committee Charter (Adopted March 10, 2026)
Technical Advisory Committee Bylaws (Adopted March 10, 2026)
Draft Technical Advisory Committee Bylaws and Comments (2/19/2026)
Citizen Advisory Committee