Since we started this service, we've gained a lot of valuable information about the causes of the shoreline erosion and bluff recession, and what the best solutions are. Shamus Malone, Pennsylvania Coastal Zone Management Program Erosion along the shoreline of Lake Erie is one of the biggest issues facing Pennsylvania coastal resource managers. An innovative education program for coastal property owners has led to a better understanding of the problem, improved solutions, and exceptional customer relations.
Erosion is erosion.
Through the service, Malone and other program staff conduct on-site consultations with coastal property owners. The analysis is non-regulatory in nature. It encompasses the domains of a variety of agencies, and is generally viewed by the property owners as an educational, preventive maintenance service. Malone began the advisory service in 1981, shortly after joining the coastal management staff. We knew we needed an organized, consistent effort to assist the property owners.