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(The Center Square) – How many government agencies does it take to clean up tar balls on the beach? At least 15 agencies from 3 states, plus two native tribes, sundry non-profits and a few companies. In an effort known as “Unified Command,” the governmental and non-governmental organizations came together for the beach clean-up effort on the southern Washington and Oregon coasts. “The coordinated efforts of multiple agencies and organizations have been instrumental in addressing this environmental issue swiftly and effectively,” Coast Guard Commander Bonnie Stewart of the Unified Command said …