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~ MarineFisheries Advisory ~
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PUBLIC MEETINGS ON GROUNDFISH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
April 1st, 2nd & 3rd
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The Division of Marine Fisheries (MarineFisheries) will hold three public meetings the week
of April 1st to gather comment on a public information document detailing proposed use
of groundfish assistance funds. The 2008 Congressional Appropriations Conference Report
set aside $13,395,000 to the Division of Marine Fisheries to alleviate economic impacts
associated with Framework 42 regulations on the Massachusetts groundfish fishery.
The Division of Marine Fisheries (MarineFisheries) is working with a state Drafting Group
and an Industry Subcommittee to develop a final grant proposal for these funds.
Preliminary recommendations for funding will be presented during the public meetings.
A final grant proposal will be submitted to NOAA Fisheries by April 15th.
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Public meetings are schedule for:
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Tuesday, April 1, 2008 (5:30PM)
Whaler Banquet and Conference Center
500 Hathaway Road, New Bedford
Wednesday, April 2, 2008 (5:30PM)
Radisson Hotel – Plymouth Harbor
180 Water St., Plymouth
Thursday, April 3, 2008 (5:30PM)
Annisquam River Marine Fisheries Station
30 Emerson Ave., Gloucester
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For further information please visit the “Groundfish Assistance Program” spotlight on our website at:
http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dmf/spotlight/groundfish_assistance.htm#spot
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