By Luke Giles
Coastal Conservation Association Texas (CCA Texas), a leader in saltwater
conservation, is proud to announce a partnership with EcoVantage, Turner Roofing
Company and Urban Engineering in the building of the new Outreach Program Pier
Project at the CCA/CPL Marine Development Center in Flour Bluff, Texas. Also
contributing to the project are Sunset Marine Works, CC Contractors, Decksteriors,
and Texas Decks. The 400 foot long Outlook Fishing Pier will enable children of all
ages, including handicapped individuals to fish the rearing ponds at the hatchery
and gain a greater appreciation for Texas? natural resources.
Hector Mendieta, CCA Texas Mid-Coast Chapter President, explains the reason for
the partnership.
"CCA Texas has been stocking Texas? bays for 30 years. Through the
years we have seen a tremendous increase in fishing pressure on the fishery and it is
clear we will have to continue our efforts for decades. The Outreach Program Pier is
vital to the education of our fishermen of the future. The materials donated by the
partner companies have the durability required to survive in this hot and harsh
environment. Ecovantage, Turner Roofing and Urban engineering and the other
participating companies are to be commended for their donation of materials and
time for such an important conservation project.
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Carlyle Holman, an EcoVantage spokesperson, explains why the company decided to
become a partner in this project.
"EcoVantage is committed to providing
environmentally and ecologically quality products. CCA Texas? commitment to the
environment and conservation underscores our own commitment. By partnering with
CCA we are able to see our products used for improving the world one project at a
time.
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Turner Roofing President, Tommy Mangold Jr. explains the reason for his company?s
involvement.
"Turner Roofing is owned an operated by avid outdoor enthusiasts.
Our commitment to the environment is ongoing and is evidenced by our ability to
specify and install Energy Star rated roof systems including solar all over the state of
Texas. Our involvement with the CCA/CPL Marine Development Outreach Pier
Project did not end with the introduction of the EcoPrem lumber. We are proud to
supply material and labor to this project to help insure that future generations have
healthy fisheries to enjoy.
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Urban Engineering?s Tyler Meals says of the project,
"Urban Engineering of Victoria,
Texas employs many avid outdoorsmen and women and takes pride in assisting in
the design of the CCA/CPL Hatchery Outlook Fishing Pier. Urban Engineering relies
on over 29 years of experience in designing marine construction projects for
producing effective and utilitarian designs that perform above and beyond owner
expectations.
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When complete, the pier will introduce thousands of children to the wonders of
hooking up and landing a fish. Thanks to the generous donations of these
companies, the future of fishing along the Texas coast has become brighter