Marine Science Center staff to meet with Ponce Inlet Residents.

Written by Kristen Schmutz

Belden Communications News

Staff with the Marine Science Center will host a public meeting on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ponce Inlet Community Center, 4670 S. Peninsula Avenue, in Ponce Inlet, to discuss the center’s five-year capital plan.

“We have had very little facility growth over the past 20 years, but our animal intakes have increased, and educational programs have expanded, creating space, storage, and visitor flow issues,” said Marine Science Center Manager Chad Macfie. “Moving forward, our goal is to improve the MSC responsibly with the least amount of impact on our surroundings and neighbors.

According to a release, Macfie will share information about the center’s turtle and bird hospitals, educational programs, guest services, and address plans to right-size and improve services. Public comments will be accepted during the meeting, and two or more Volusia County Council members may attend.

For more information, call the Marine Science Center at 386-304-5545.