I just sent this out:
Dear Mr. Diodati,
My opinion, for what its worth:
Extending the "closed area" squid fishery in any direction for a week is a VERY bad move; especially into the first week of May when a new quota opens up. These draggers are doing this ANYWAY, but to let them do it without looking over their shoulders is all wrong in that they shouldn't be fishing there in the first place (1990 is was opened on a "default").
I will also be happy to volunteer my services as a voting board/committee member if I am asked. I have over 30 years experience as a commercial AND recreational fisherman.
Yours,
Captain Jason Colby
Little Sister Charters
(617)376-0016/Home
(617)755-3740/Boat
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