Elected officials speak on local threat of sea level rise

It is good to see County Supervisor Dave Pine and Assemblyman Rich Gordon continue to lead on the issue of flooding from weather related events, king tides, and long term sea level rise. Though I am not based in California, I have had the privilege to work with each of them over the last few years. They are leaders who grasp that we are entering a new era with flooding that will continue to increase. They are visionary leaders to help prepare their constituencies and the wider Bay Area for this unprecedented challenge even though it will continue to roll out far beyond their respective terms in office. Having advised in various locations in the US and Internationally, I can say that they exemplify responsible leadership. Preparing for rising seas will be a new kind of challenge. We have time to adapt, but no time to waste.

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