April 22, 2013 — On Tuesday, selectmen approved a deepwater aquaculture grant for Chatham Fisheries on the site of one of their existing weir grants north of Monomoy Island. The Eldredges will use the bottom to try and grow mussels in bags – they look like “socks” said Shannon Eldredge – over the next 18 months.
“If it works for you it could open up possibilities for other folks,” said Selectman Sean Summers.
Selectmen Chairman Florence Seldin agreed.
“It could be extremely advantageous for Chatham fishermen,” she said.
The experiment has already received support from several committees and department heads, including the shellfish advisory committee and the shellfish constable. At the meeting Bob Duncanson, the director of health and environment, also voiced his support saying that the endeavor could help provide further research in how filter feeders can improve water quality.
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