California Biodiversity Council
c/o CAL FIRE FRAP
PO Box 944246
Sacramento, CA 94244
(916) 445-5845
(916) 324-1180 fax lauren.mcnees@fire.ca.gov
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Welcome to the California Biodiversity Council website
- Upcoming Meetings
- Children in NatureOctober 8-9, 2008, Oakland, CA
“Nature Deficit Disorder” is running rampant. Today, children are much less
connected to the natural world than at any other time in history. Growing
evidence proves that the simple act of unstructured play in nature results in
healthier and happier children. Yet this is the generation we look to as our
future stewards. These are the same children who will determine the future
preservation of these natural areas and the resources we have come to treasure.
- Children in NatureOctober 8-9, 2008, Oakland, CA
- What's New
- This website is new!Please share your comments on the new website.
- Future Meeting Topic SelectionPlease contact us if you have a topic to propose for a future CBC meeting.
- Children in NatureIts the next CBC meeting topic. Would you like to know more?
- About the Council
- BioregionsCalifornia has 10 unique bioregions.
- MembersThe Council now has 42 member agencies.
- MeetingsThe Council has 2 to 3 meetings each year.
About the California Biodiversity Council
The California Biodiversity Council (CBC) was formed in 1991 to improve coordination and cooperation between the various resource management and environmental protection organizations at federal, state, and local levels. Strengthening ties between local communities and governments has been a focus of the Council by way of promoting strong local leadership and encouraging comprehensive solutions to regional issues.
The Council was not created to independently establish new projects nor to become another bureaucracy. Rather, its purpose is to discuss, coordinate, and assist in developing strategies and complementary policies for conserving biodiversity. Members exchange information, resolve conflicts, and promote development of regional conservation practices.
The Council has 42 members, including 20 state agencies, 12 federal agencies, and 10 local governments. It is chaired by California Secretary for Resources Mike Chrisman and Bureau of Land Management California State Director Mike Pool.
The Council meets 2-3 times a year on issues relating to natural resource conservation in California. Each bioregion has hosted several meetings. Meeting topics are selected by the Executive Committee. To propose a future meeting topic, or for more information, please contact the Council's Communications Coordinator.
