Introducing Coastal Preservation and Restoration

Ann Lents, David Heaney, Steve Lindley, and Shelli Lindley (pictured, from left) celebrated the launch of Coastal Preservation and Restoration (CPR) at a Texas farm-raised gulf oyster tasting at La Griglia. Coastal Preservation and Restoration is a Texas-based nonprofit dedicated to protecting public oyster reefs and restoring degraded reef systems statewide. More than 85 guests gathered on the patio at La Griglia for a champagne toast and freshly shucked oysters from Key Allegro Oyster Company and Oyster Bros. Guests heard from John Eads, CPR’s founder and chairman, who has worked with coastal and statewide organizations, officials, and stakeholder groups to build momentum for this initiative. Shellye Arnold was introduced as CPR’s incoming CEO, bringing experience in urban conservation and restoration efforts from her 11-year leadership role with Memorial Park Conservancy. 

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