[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 15]
[Senate]
[Page 20546]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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        IN CELEBRATION OF THE DEDICATION OF PACIFICA STATE BEACH

 Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I take this opportunity to 
recognize the City of Pacifica for its efforts to renovate and restore 
Pacifica State Beach.
  California's beaches are an integral part of our State's heritage. 
Whether they are vast expanses of flat, sandy shores or rocky cliffs 
overlooking the ocean, California's beaches are diverse and beautiful. 
People from all over the world come to participate in the myriad 
activities California's beaches offer. With over a thousand miles of 
coastline, California is truly a State that thrives on its beaches.
  For over 10 years, the City of Pacifica has striven to renovate 
Pacifica State Beach, which serves as a gateway to Northern 
California's spectacular coastline. The city has demonstrated a great 
commitment to protect, enhance and restore the 4 miles of shoreline 
that define the community. Through the strong leadership of Pacifica 
Mayor Jim Vreeland and countless other local, State, and Federal 
representatives, many changes have been made at Pacifica State Beach.
  From the restoration of sand dunes and wetlands, to the creation of 
bike paths, coastal trail paths and a new skate park, to habitat 
enhancement and new amenities for visitors, the renovation of Pacifica 
State Beach has been a success. The City of Pacifica has not only 
understood the importance of protecting and restoring California's 
fragile coastal areas, its restoration efforts are a model of balancing 
environmental needs, public access and economic necessities.
  The City of Pacifica's dedication to the community is inspiring, and 
its vision and commitment in protecting California's coastal resources 
should be commended. I congratulate the City of Pacifica for its hard 
work, and wish all concerned the best as they dedicate Pacifica State 
Beach on October 16, 2004.

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