April 30, 2018 — The following was released by the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council:
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council will hold a meeting of its Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC) this week, beginning tomorrow and running through Thursday, May 3rd. The SSC is responsible for reviewing the scientific basis of Council management plans and actions, and developing fishing level recommendations in accordance with national fisheries management guidelines.
Agenda Highlights
- Fishing level recommendations for black sea bass and vermilion snapper based on the most recent stock assessments;
- A review of recommended methods for setting an Allowable Biological Catch (ABC) for red snapper in the South Atlantic;
- Evaluation of latest fishing projections for golden tilefish and possible revision of the ABC for the fishery;
- Recommendations for setting an ABC for blueline tilefish from Cape Hatteras north to the VA border;
- Recommendations for stock assessment priorities for 2020 and beyond
Meeting Materials and Webinar Registration:
A complete meeting agenda, overview, and briefing book materials are available from the Council’s website at: http://safmc.net/safmc-meetings/scientific-and-statistical-committee-meetings/. The meeting is also available to the public via webinar. Registration is required.
Tuesday, May 1
Wednesday, May 2
Thursday, May 3
Meeting Location:
The SSC meeting will be held at the Town & Country Inn, 2008 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29401. The meeting is open to the public and public comment will be taken as part of the meeting agenda.
Learn more about the SAFMC here.