Page 12. MAINE COASTAL NEWS February 2014 Commercial Fishing News
ASMFC Seeks Input on Draft Strategic Plan for 2014-2018
Public Comment Accepted until January 10, 2014
ARLINGTON, VA – The public comment deadline for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Draft Strategic Plan
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for 2014 – 2018 is fast approaching. If you haven’t had the opportunity to review the Draft Plan or submit your comments, you have until 5 PM on January 10, 2014 to do so. The Draft Plan revises the Commission’s long-term vision to “Sustainably Managing Atlantic Coastal Fisheries” and proposes seven major goals and related strategies to pursue this vision. The Strategic Plan will guide the Commission’s activities over the next fi ve years and will be implemented through Annual Action Plans.
The seven goals proposed by the Draft Plan are: 1. Rebuild, maintain, fairly (equi- tably) allocate, and promote Atlantic coastal fi sheries; 2. Provide the scientifi c foundation for and conduct stock assessments to support informed management actions; 3. Promote compliance with fi shery management plans to ensure sustainable use of Atlantic coast fi sheries; 4. Protect and enhance fi sh habitat and ecosystem health through partnerships and education; 5. Strengthen stakeholder and public support for the Commission; 6. Advance Commission and member states’ priorities through a proactive legislative policy agenda; and 7. Ensure the fi scal stability & effi cient administration of the Commission.
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The Draft Strategic Plan is available on the Commission website at
www.asmfc. org/fi les/StrategicPlan/DraftStrategicPlan_ PublicComment.pdf. Public comment must be received by January 10, 2014, 5:00 PM EST and should be forwarded to Deke Tompkins, Legislative Assistant, at 1050 N. Highland, Suite 200A-N, Arlington, VA 22201; 703.842.0741 (fax) or comments@
asmfc.org (Subject line: Strategic Plan). The Commission is scheduled to take action on the fi nal Plan in February at its Winter Meeting in Alexandria, VA.
Eileen Sobeck named assistant administra- tor for NOAA Fisheries Dr. Kathryn Sullivan, acting NOAA
administrator, appointed Eileen Sobeck as assistant administrator for NOAA Fisheries. She assumes her new position on January 27 taking the helm from Samuel Rauch, who has served as acting assistant administrator since 2012. Rauch will return to his previous position as deputy assistant administrator for Regulatory Programs. As assistant administrator, Sobeck will oversee the management and conservation of recreational and commercial fi sheries, and the protection of marine mammals, ma- rine protected species, and coastal fi sheries habitat within the U.S. exclusive economic zone. NOAA Fisheries employs 4,800 people in fi ve regional offi ces, six science centers, and12 laboratories in 15 states and U.S. territories.
“Since the beginning of her career, Eileen has sought to strike a balance in management of natural resources to ensure sustainable uses while protecting and pre- serving our marine ecosystems for future generations,” said acting NOAA Admin- istrator, Dr. Kathryn D. Sullivan. “Her
Maine Marine Patrol Promotes Matt Talbot and Tom Hale to Sergeant The Maine Marine Patrol has recently announced the promotion of Matthew Tal- bot, a 12-year veteran of the bureau, and Tom Hale, a 16-year veteran, each to the rank of Sergeant.
“These two Marine Patrol leaders are deserving of this honor and bring with them a track record of success in their career as well as a vision for the future of this critically
background and expertise will be an asset at NOAA Fisheries as they work to continue turning the corner on overfi shing, protect endangered marine species, and promote smart management approaches to build sustainable fi sheries, and vibrant coastal communities.”
Early in her career, Sobeck worked in
the NOAA Offi ce of General Counsel from 1979-1984. She then served at the U.S. De- partment of Justice, Environment and Nat- ural Resources Division from 1984-2009. Sobeck currently serves as acting assis- tant secretary of the Department of Interior’s Offi ce of Insular Affairs. She has served as deputy assistant secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks at the Department of the Interior since 2009.
“I am honored to be returning to NOAA in this very important role,” said Sobeck. “From managing our nation’s fi sheries to protecting endangered marine species and ecosystems to promoting commercial and recreational fi shing, the work of NOAA fi sheries is critically important to the nation. I look forward to joining the team and work- ing with the talented men and women within the organization to fulfi ll its mission.”
News from the Maine DMR
important law enforcement bureau,” said Governor Paul R. LePage. “Sergeants Hale and Talbot have shown tremendous leadership throughout their career,” said Department of Marine Resources Commissioner Patrick Keliher. “They are both known for their work ethic, commitment to excellence, and a dedication to helping people safely enjoy and make a living on our coastal waters. These qualities defi ne today’s Marine Patrol.” Talbot has taken over the position previously held by Lieutenant Marlowe Sonksen and is serving out of Rockland. Hale fi lls the York County post previously held by Sergeant Rob Beal and is based out of Scarborough. Sergeant Hale has served as a Marine
Patrol Offi cer since 1997. The majority of his career has been spent in the Portland and western Casco Bay patrol. Prior to his promotion, his responsibilities included pa- trolling the Maine coast by land and water, enforcing Maine’s commercial harvesting laws and regulations, and working with oth- er local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
His new responsibilities as Sergeant include overseeing the fi ve Marine Patrol Offi cers and Specialists as well as all Marine Patrol assets in Section I, which stretches from Kittery to Portland. Sergeant Hale holds a U.S. Coast Guard Captain license for 50-ton vessels and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Adminis- tration and an Associate’s degree in Legal Technology from the University of Maine. He successfully completed the Tactical Operation and Waterborne Response Team courses with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators. Sergeant Talbot began his career as an
Offi cer in the Marine Patrol in 2001 and was promoted to Specialist in 2007. As Sergeant, his responsibilities include overseeing Ma- rine Patrol Offi cers and assets in Section IV, which extends from Thomaston to the Penobscot River. Sergeant Talbot holds a U.S. Coast Guard Captain license for 100 ton vessels and a Mate license for 200 ton vessels. He has also successfully completed Tactical Operation and Waterborne Response Team courses with National Association of State
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