SFBay Conservation & Development Commission (BCDC)

Got a shoreline resilience idea but need funding? On May 12 (10–11:30 AM PT), SCC, BCDC + 10 state/federal agencies break down every funding option for SF Bay projects, from SB 272 to Restoration Authority grants. Save your seat: scc.ca.gov/sfbayfunding

🗓️Join the commission meeting May 1, at 1 p.m. Agenda includes: 📌Final Environmental Assessment for the Cargill, Inc. Solar Salt System 📌BCDC’s revised Climate Change Policy Guidance 📌Update on implementation of BCDC’s Strategic Plan Join here: bcdc.ca.gov/event/may-1-20…

Bay Adapt Currents launches at a crucial moment. While 82% of cities already have sea level rise policies in their General Plans, only 7% of the needed funding from federal, state, and local sources has been forecasted. Discover more here: bayadapt.org/bay-currents/

In March we hit the Hill for #CoastsWeek2025 with @CoastalStatesOrg! Larry Goldzband spoke up for federal support to protect and restore the Bay, plan for rising seas + ensure that our shoreline is accessible. Healthy coasts, strong communities, economy. #SanFranciscoBay

🎉 Big news! The Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plan has won the APA’s Award for Excellence in Sustainability in the state and regional category at #NPC25! 🌍 Honored to be recognized for our work in climate adaptation. Thank you @APA_Planning!

Their grassroots leadership led to the McAteer-Petris Act (1965) and the creation of BCDC—the first coastal zone management agency in the U.S. #SaveTheBay #BCDC

In 1961, Kay Kerr, Sylvia McLaughlin, and Esther Gulick founded Save The Bay to fight unchecked development shrinking SF Bay by 4 square miles per year.

As #WomensHistoryMonth wraps up, we’re taking a look back at BCDC’s origins, starting with the three visionary women whose advocacy shaped our mission.

💡 Wetlands need sediment and soil to survive rising seas — so let’s reuse them! BCDC’s SWAP Action Plan helps restore wetlands by repurposing dredged sediment & excess construction soil instead of wasting it. 🌍 #ClimateResilience #BayArea #BCDC #SanFranciscoBay #Wetlands

🌊 Exciting Opportunity! BCDC is offering a 10-week paid internship for undergrads passionate about environmental conservation. Work on projects shaping the San Francisco Bay, receive mentorship, and promote environmental justice.​ Apply by: April 4, 2025​ Details: CalCareers

📢 We're Hiring! Join BCDC’s Shoreline Development Team as a Shoreline Development Analyst and help shape the future of the Bay shoreline! 🌊🏗️ Don’t miss this opportunity—apply by 3/12/25!

Join us Monday, March 10 @ 5pm for a briefing on our Design Review Board’s role & responsibilities and a discussion of the proposed design for Channel Park, part of the #BrooklynBasin redevelopment project in Oakland. More at bit.ly/10Mar2025DRB. #PublicAccess

Want to participate in Rising Together 2025? Fill out this form to tell us your ideas, panel discussions, workshops, case study presentation, interactive activities, and more. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Want to shape the Bay's immersive sea level rise summit? Apply to Join our Steering Committee! BCDC is looking for individuals interested in helping us shape Rising Together 2025 on Sept 15 at the @exploratorium. Learn more: forms.gle/fHSLKdy5EA79RH…

Join BCDC’s Design Review Board today @ 5pm for the 2nd review of a proposed life sciences campus with public amenities at 200 Wind River Way in Alameda. More info at bit.ly/10Feb2025DRB #BCDC #PublicAccess

🌊Save the date for Rising Together 2025 on September 15, 2025 at the @Exploratorium! Rising Together: The Bay Adapt Summit is a dynamic and immersive sea level rise summit that will engage the public with inspiring panels, activities, and tours. Stay tuned for details.

Happy New Year, Bay Area! Join our Design Review Board on Monday, Jan. 6 @ 5pm for a discussion of @RecParkSF’s proposed Marina Improvement & Remediation Project for the East Harbor and Marina Green Triangle in San Francisco. Info at bit.ly/06Jan2025DRB #PublicAccess

Join the Commission this Thursday, 12/19, at 1pm for a public hearing and possible vote on a proposal to restore and enhance tidal marsh habitat at Chipps Island in Solano County. For more information, see bit.ly/19Dec2024BCDC.

Curious about the Engineering Criteria Review Board’s role at BCDC? This meeting is for you! Join us Tuesday, Dec. 10 @ 1pm for a briefing on the ECRB’s responsibilities in reviewing the safety of engineering projects around the Bay. 🌊🦺 More info: bit.ly/10Dec2024ECRB