You can make a difference! Get involved with the environmental cleanup and future of Mare Island as a member of the Restoration Advisory Board (RAB).

What is a RAB?
The Mare Island RAB was established in 1994 to involve the local community in the environmental cleanup decision making.process The RAB is an advisory body designated to act as a focal point for exchanging information and concerns between the Navy and the local community regarding environmental issues. The RAB is intended to bring together community members who reflect the diverse interests within the local community. The RAB consists of primarily community members, but also includes representatives from the Navy, U.S. and California Environmental Protection Agencies, City of Vallejo staff, and environmental interest groups. This structuring of the RAB allows early and continued two-way flow of the information, concerns, values, and needs between the affected community and the Navy and regulatory agencies. RAB members are expected to meet regularly to review and comment on technical documents and plans relating to the environmental studies and cleanup activities at the former Mare Island Naval Shipyard. Members are expected to serve as a liaison with the community and be available to meet with community members and groups. All RAB meetings are open to the public. The Navy provides administrative support; technical assistance is available to RAB members.

How to Become a RAB Member ?
Community members interested in finding out more about the RAB are encouraged to attend current meetings of the Mare Island RAB at the John F. Kennedy Librarys Joseph Room in Vallejo. At the meetings, you will hear an update on the status of base clean-up activities and selected presentations on current projects. The RAB meetings are held from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month. If you have questions about the RAB or are interested in applying for RAB membership please call Myrna Hayes at (707) 557-9816 or Michael Bloom at (619) 532-0967. Volunteers are encouraged to participate on the RAB for a minimum of two years. If you are interested in becoming a member, fill out the reverse side of this sheet. RAB membership applications are also available at the community meetings.