The proposed reclassification and management of the West Bay, Alligator Harbor, Myakka River and South Volusia shellfish harvesting areas for shellfish harvesting is in accordance with Rule 5L-1.003, F.A.C., to protect the health of shellfish consumers and to provide access to renewable shellfish resources. Likewise, the refining of the boundary in shellfish area 16 is also in accordance with Rule 5L-1.003, F.A.C. The goal of the Division of Aquaculture is to maximize the amount of shellfish harvesting waters available and to maximize the times those waters will be in the open status while continuing to protect the public health.