Photos: Audience members fill a coastal commission meeting in Morro Bay last year, when the agency’s executi

Mark Palmer holds a sign in support of Charles Lester at a California Coastal Commission hearing on his position as executive director.

Members of the California Coastal Commission listen to speakers in support of Charles Lester.

Alex Lowe, left, and Rob Moddlemog from Orange County hold a surf board as members of the California Coastal Commission listen to speakers in support of Charles Lester.

Charles Lester listens to speakers at a California Coastal Commission hearing on whether to dismiss him as executive director.

Charles Lester signs an autograph for Gordana Kajer, right, during a break in speakers.

Charles Lester gets a hug from Lennie Roberts, left, from the Committee for Green Foothills in San Mateo County, during a break in speakers.

Supporters of Charles Lester fill the room with waving signs.

Members of the California Coastal Commission listen to speakers in support of Charles Lester.

Charles Lester reacts to speakers during a long commission hearing on a vote for his dismissal.

Charles Lester, left, reacts as he hears the vote to fire him effective immediately.