Outraged business owners accuse officials of trying to 'sacrifice' part of US community: 'That's not happening'
By Taylor Smith
Published on March 2, 2026.
A draft shoreline adaptation plan in Sausalito, California, has sparked outrage among waterfront business owners who believe the city is planning to "sacrifice" parts of downtown. The plan used projections that predict 0.8 feet of sea level rise by 2050 and about 3.1 feet by 2100. The Spinnaker, a longtime waterfront restaurant perched at the edge of downtown Sausalothe, was particularly vulnerable to rising seas and recommended that the city consider abandoning the structure. This proposal has been met with opposition, with business owners arguing that the restaurant is a historic landmark and a vital part of the city's tourism economy. The draft plan has been paused and further community input will determine its final version.
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