The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is holding a virtual public workshop to gather public input on a bay scallop rule modification .... November 8, 2023, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Statewide webinar. More information about ...

 

FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION

Marine Fisheries

RULE NO.:RULE TITLE:

68B-18.005Seasons

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announces a workshop to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: November 8, 2023, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Statewide webinar. More information about how to participate in the webinar will be available on the FWC website prior to the webinar date:

http://www.myfwc.com/fishing/saltwater/rulemaking/workshops/.

People interested in participating may also contact the Division of Marine Fisheries Management at [phone] for more information.

GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is holding a virtual public workshop to gather public input on a bay scallop rule modification that would extend the Pasco County Zone season based on the outcomes of the 2023 trial season. Staff will provide a brief presentation on bay scallop biology, management history, and the proposed final rule. Public feedback gathered during this workshop will be considered when developing the final rule recommendation for the bay scallop season within the Pasco County Zone that will be presented at an upcoming Commission meeting.

A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting: Jessica McCawley, at 620 South Meridian St., Tallahassee, Florida 32399, [phone].

Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 5 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: The ADA Coordinator, at [phone]. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).

For more information, you may contact: Jessica McCawley, at 620 South Meridian St., Tallahassee, Florida 32399, [phone].