January 19, 2021 MRAC Meeting

There will be a Marine Resources Advisory Council meeting this coming Tuesday, January 19th and due to the current social restrictions still in place, once again the meeting will take place virtually.  The start time is 2:00 p.m.

AGENDA

• Public Comment – non-agenda items
• Approval of November 17, 2020 Minutes
• CARES Act update and next steps
• 2021 Quota distribution plans for 2021
• Limited Entry Random Selection Process
  • DEC is seeking a commercial fishing representative to witness the random selection process that will otherwise be virtual
• Rule Making update
• Circle Hook update
• Announcements
  • Special Harvest Programs
  • Public hearings and meetings
  • Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission meeting, February 1-4, 2021
  • Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council meeting, February 9-11, 2021
  • Reporting compliance for Food Fish and Crustacea Dealer/Shipper License Holders

Agenda – January 19, 2021

To join the virtual meeting, you must register online: >> Click on this link to register

• Enter your name and email address
• If required, enter meeting password: MRAC0121
• Click “Register”

Alternatively, you can dial into the meeting by calling (518) 549-0500 and entering Meeting ID # 178 158 0889.

Visit DEC’s Public Participation website for additional information on how to participate in DEC virtual meetings. For more information, visit DEC’s website.