A citizen’s advisory board should be set up immediately with a diverse committee whose goals are to protect access to this area for future generations.

The decision makers should make a public statement made in good faith that its intentions are to work with this citizen’s committee to devise a workable plan that does just that – protect access.

Workable solutions can easily be obtained if everyone is directly focused on enhancing this ‘coastal gem’ in hopes that the citizens of Hatteras, the businesses, and all visitors equally gain through proper coastal management practices.

Working closely together will preserve S-turns, guaranteed.

Otherwise it will certainly be a sad day and a historical negative change for the attractive Carolina Coast.

Listen closely to the locals and support their desires and ideas; afterall, it is their beloved coast and home.

Sincerely,

Rob Beedie, GSN
Global Surf Network