The State of Elliott Bay Habitat
What lies below the surface? Thousands walk along Seattle’s new Waterfront Park or Myrtle Edwards Park, take the ferry to Bainbridge Island, bike along the Elliott Bay Trail, or look out over Seattle’s shorelines from Pike Place Market each day. Yet few likely notice the habitat in the intertidal and nearshore environments along this coast. Even though it is a critical marine ecosystem that supports shellfish, salmon, orcas, and more Elliott Bay is often overlooked.
In this panel discussion we will explore the health of this coastal habitat with experts from various agencies. We will hear about their research, collaborations, and opportunities. Learn about the kelp forests, eelgrass beds, and underlying systems that form the foundation of Seattle’s own marine ecosystem.
Panelists:
Kathleen Hurley, Senior Environmental Program Manager, Port of Seattle
Jason Toft, Principal Research Scientist, UW School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Bart Christiaen, Nearshore Habitat Program, WA Department of Natural Resources
Jeff Parsons, Geomorphologist, Herrera
Jason Stutes, Marine Ecology Program Manager, TetraTech
Welcome: AP Diaz, Superintendent, Seattle Parks and Recreation
Facilitator: Todd Burley, Sustainability Advisor, Seattle Parks and Recreation
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