August 14, 2017 — The following was released by the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council:
Reminder!
Atlantic Cobia Scoping Meeting via Webinar
Tomorrow Beginning at 6 PM
Advisory Panel Application Deadline is Wednesday, August 16th
Atlantic Cobia
– Public Scoping via Webinar
Amendment 31 to the Coastal Migratory Pelagics Fishery Management Plan
- August 15th – Public Scoping via Webinar at 6:00 PM* *A second presentation and comment opportunity will be repeated at 7:00 PM or later, depending on the end time of the first comment session.
The Council is soliciting public input on options for the management of Atlantic cobia (GA to NY). The recreational fishery for Atlantic cobia was closed in federal waters earlier this year after NOAA Fisheries determined the annual catch limit would be met. Options currently in the amendment include continuing efforts to develop a complementary plan with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) or the complete transfer of Atlantic cobia management to the ASMFC. The Council is considering options to allow additional flexibility for managing the fishery.
Note that webinar registration is required. Written comments are also be accepted. Additional information, including webinar registration, online public comment forms, comment deadlines, and scoping documents are available on the Council’s website at: http://safmc.net/safmc-meetings/public-hearing-and-scoping-meeting-schedule/.
Advisory Panel Applications Due Wednesday, August 16th
Seats open on Snapper Grouper, Dolphin Wahoo, Mackerel Cobia and More
The Council is soliciting applicants for seats on several advisory panels. Advisory panel members include recreational, commercial, and for-hire fishermen as well as others knowledgeable about fisheries and fisheries management issues. Learn more about seats that are currently open and access the online application form. Apply Now! Read more