The New Bedford Mayor’s Ocean and Fisheries Council met May 7, 2010 at the United Fisherman’s Club in New Bedford, Massachusetts to discuss the May 1 implementation of sector management and the upcoming meeting between Secretary Locke and members of Congress. On May 12 the Secretary plans to discuss the implementation of catch shares in New England with members of the congressional delegation. The Mayor’s Ocean and Fisheries Council convened to provide input for this discussion.
Meeting handout #1, testimony of Dr. Brian Rothschild before the House Natural Resources Committee.
Meeting handout #2, Letter from Commerce Secretary to Congressman Frank, et all.