U. S. Coast Guard Flotilla 51, Coos Bay receives grant

Monday, June 16, 2008 |
The Oregon State Marine Board will be send almost $8,000 to Coos Bay to boost boating safety programs.
The agency recently approved a “Let’s Go Boating” assistance program grant for the U. S. Coast Guard Flotilla 51, Coos Bay. The agency will use the $7,792 to purchase a customized cargo trailer for traveling to various boating and water safety venues within Coos County, a press release said.
Nonprofit groups can apply for assistance each year if they provide an innovative program that promotes safe boating and increases youth involvement in recreational boating.
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