The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is a United States federal agency, informally known as NOAA Fisheries. A division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) which is in the cabinet-level Department of Commerce, NMFS is responsible for the stewardship and management of the nation's living marine resources and their habitat within the United States' Exclusive Economic Zone, which extends seaward 200 nautical miles from the coastline (about 370 kilometers). NOAA oversees the NMFS.
With the help of the six regional science centers, eight regional fisheries management councils, the coastal states and territories, and three interstate fisheries management commissions, NMFS conserves and manages marine fisheries to promote sustainability and to prevent lost economic potential associated with overfishing, declining species, and degraded habitats. While the coastal states and territories generally have authority to manage fisheries within near-shore state waters, the NMFS has the primary responsibility to conserve and manage marine fisheries in the U.S. exclusive economic zone beyond state waters. The agency also attempts to balance competing public needs for the natural resources under its management.
A video showcase spotlighting our work to support commercial and recreational fishing, protect marine life, and conserve and restore habitat
published: 17 Jan 2023
NOAA Fisheries: Celebrating 150 Years of Service
At NOAA Fisheries, we've been working for the past 150 years to carry out our mission: supporting sustainable fisheries and safe sources of seafood; protecting marine life; and conserving healthy ecosystems. Here’s to the future of NOAA Fisheries.
published: 28 Jun 2021
10 NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service Noah Silverman
published: 13 Jul 2021
Biology of Sawfishes: John Carlson, NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service
The IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group (SSG) hosted a workshop at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) in May 2012 with the goal of creating a Global Sawfish Conservation Strategy. Workshop participants presented various summaries on the status of sawfishes. John Carlson, NOAA Nation Marine Fisheries Service, presented on the biology of sawfishes.
published: 31 Aug 2021
'Symphony of Sharks' by NOAA Fisheries Service
SHARK WEEK SPECIAL: A symphonic tribute to the beauty and majesty of sharks!
Created by NOAA's Fisheries Service, http://www.fisheries.noaa.gov.
Date: August 2013.
published: 05 Aug 2013
(RARE) National Marine Fisheries Service Message (6/15/19) (RE-REUPLOAD)
published: 16 Jun 2019
Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World
Title: Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World
Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series.
Speaker: Janet Coit, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA Deputy Administrator, as well as Assistant Administrator for NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS).
Sponsors: This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA’s leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series. For NELS questions, contact [email protected]
Bio: Janet Coit was named the new assistant administrator for NOAA Fisheries in June 2021. ...
published: 11 Jan 2022
NOAA Fisheries at Work
This short film highlights how NOAA Fisheries is dedicated to the stewardship of living marine resources through science-based conservation and management, and the promotion of healthy ecosystems. Through sound science, effective policy, and tireless field work, NOAA Fisheries is developing and applying smart solutions to sustain our diverse marine resources.
For more information about NOAA's Fisheries Service, visit www.nmfs.noaa.gov
published: 05 Jan 2012
February 5, 2024 - Dare County Board of Commissioners Meeting
ITEM 1 Opening Remarks - Chairman's Update 4:18
ITEM 2 Employee of the Month 9:10
ITEM 3 Employee of the Year 12:03
ITEM 4 Public Comments 18:50
ITEM 5 Public Hearing-Avon Zoning Map Amendment 19:35
ITEM 6 Older Adult Services Advisory Council Annual Report 44:33
ITEM 7 Resolution to Sponsor the Southern Hatteras Island Offshore Sand Assessment Study 52:10
ITEM 8 Resolution Requesting that the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission Hold a Quarterly Meeting in Dare County Each Year 59:38
ITEM 9 Resolution Opposing Striped Mullet Fishery Management Plan Draft Amendment 2 Due to Outdated, Unreliable Data 1:05:07
ITEM 10 A Request to Permanently Close an Unimproved Portion of Washington St. in Manteo 1:12:00
ITEM 11 Dare County Schools Early College 1:14:54
ITEM 12 Dare Guarantee Scholarsh...
published: 06 Feb 2024
An Introduction to The National Marine Fisheries Service - Biologist Monica Gutierrez
Monica Gutierrez is a Fisheries Biologist with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which is a branch of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA). Her work is focused on San Joaquin River Basin.
Born and raised in Woodland, CA, Monica has always been interested in helping animals. She thought she would become a vet, but decided conservation and sustainability was just as important to her as the animals themselves, so NOAA was a perfect career path. She studied fish and wildlife biology during her undergrad. Monica interned at NMFS during college, and has now worked there for about 10 years.
NOAA is a part of the Department of Commerce. NOAA, while most well-known for the National Weather Service (NWS), is actually an umbrella agency, ...
At NOAA Fisheries, we've been working for the past 150 years to carry out our mission: supporting sustainable fisheries and safe sources of seafood; protecting ...
At NOAA Fisheries, we've been working for the past 150 years to carry out our mission: supporting sustainable fisheries and safe sources of seafood; protecting marine life; and conserving healthy ecosystems. Here’s to the future of NOAA Fisheries.
At NOAA Fisheries, we've been working for the past 150 years to carry out our mission: supporting sustainable fisheries and safe sources of seafood; protecting marine life; and conserving healthy ecosystems. Here’s to the future of NOAA Fisheries.
The IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group (SSG) hosted a workshop at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) in May 2012 with the goal of creating a Global Sawfish Con...
The IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group (SSG) hosted a workshop at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) in May 2012 with the goal of creating a Global Sawfish Conservation Strategy. Workshop participants presented various summaries on the status of sawfishes. John Carlson, NOAA Nation Marine Fisheries Service, presented on the biology of sawfishes.
The IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group (SSG) hosted a workshop at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) in May 2012 with the goal of creating a Global Sawfish Conservation Strategy. Workshop participants presented various summaries on the status of sawfishes. John Carlson, NOAA Nation Marine Fisheries Service, presented on the biology of sawfishes.
SHARK WEEK SPECIAL: A symphonic tribute to the beauty and majesty of sharks!
Created by NOAA's Fisheries Service, http://www.fisheries.noaa.gov.
Date: August 20...
SHARK WEEK SPECIAL: A symphonic tribute to the beauty and majesty of sharks!
Created by NOAA's Fisheries Service, http://www.fisheries.noaa.gov.
Date: August 2013.
SHARK WEEK SPECIAL: A symphonic tribute to the beauty and majesty of sharks!
Created by NOAA's Fisheries Service, http://www.fisheries.noaa.gov.
Date: August 2013.
Title: Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World
Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series.
Speaker: Janet Coit, Acting ...
Title: Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World
Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series.
Speaker: Janet Coit, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA Deputy Administrator, as well as Assistant Administrator for NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS).
Sponsors: This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA’s leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series. For NELS questions, contact [email protected]
Bio: Janet Coit was named the new assistant administrator for NOAA Fisheries in June 2021. She has worked on environmental issues, natural resource management, and stewardship for more than 30 years. She directed the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for more than 10 years, where she focused on improving natural resource conservation, promoting locally grown food, including seafood, and addressing the climate crisis. Coit also chaired Rhode Island’s Seafood Marketing Collaborative and worked with stakeholders to promote supplying seafood locally and abroad. At DEM, Coit streamlined the permitting process to support environmental and economic interests in the state. Additionally, she provided more opportunities for families and tourists to connect with nature while enhancing the Department’s customer service for all clients, including businesses and the public. Among her top achievements were improving morale at the agency, championing the need for more funding in support of parks and open space, clean water, brownfields remediation, and addressing climate change. Before joining Rhode Island DEM in 2011, Coit was the state director for The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island for 10 years. Prior to that, she was counsel and environmental coordinator in the Providence office of the late Senator John Chafee and, subsequently, then-Senator Lincoln Chafee. Coit also served as counsel to the U.S. Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works, where she advised on national environmental policy. Coit is a magna cum laude graduate of Dartmouth College. She holds a law degree from Stanford Law School, where she was president of the Environmental Law Society and a member of the Environmental Law Journal. Source: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/contact/janet-coit
Title: Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World
Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series.
Speaker: Janet Coit, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA Deputy Administrator, as well as Assistant Administrator for NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS).
Sponsors: This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA’s leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series. For NELS questions, contact [email protected]
Bio: Janet Coit was named the new assistant administrator for NOAA Fisheries in June 2021. She has worked on environmental issues, natural resource management, and stewardship for more than 30 years. She directed the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for more than 10 years, where she focused on improving natural resource conservation, promoting locally grown food, including seafood, and addressing the climate crisis. Coit also chaired Rhode Island’s Seafood Marketing Collaborative and worked with stakeholders to promote supplying seafood locally and abroad. At DEM, Coit streamlined the permitting process to support environmental and economic interests in the state. Additionally, she provided more opportunities for families and tourists to connect with nature while enhancing the Department’s customer service for all clients, including businesses and the public. Among her top achievements were improving morale at the agency, championing the need for more funding in support of parks and open space, clean water, brownfields remediation, and addressing climate change. Before joining Rhode Island DEM in 2011, Coit was the state director for The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island for 10 years. Prior to that, she was counsel and environmental coordinator in the Providence office of the late Senator John Chafee and, subsequently, then-Senator Lincoln Chafee. Coit also served as counsel to the U.S. Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works, where she advised on national environmental policy. Coit is a magna cum laude graduate of Dartmouth College. She holds a law degree from Stanford Law School, where she was president of the Environmental Law Society and a member of the Environmental Law Journal. Source: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/contact/janet-coit
This short film highlights how NOAA Fisheries is dedicated to the stewardship of living marine resources through science-based conservation and management, and ...
This short film highlights how NOAA Fisheries is dedicated to the stewardship of living marine resources through science-based conservation and management, and the promotion of healthy ecosystems. Through sound science, effective policy, and tireless field work, NOAA Fisheries is developing and applying smart solutions to sustain our diverse marine resources.
For more information about NOAA's Fisheries Service, visit www.nmfs.noaa.gov
This short film highlights how NOAA Fisheries is dedicated to the stewardship of living marine resources through science-based conservation and management, and the promotion of healthy ecosystems. Through sound science, effective policy, and tireless field work, NOAA Fisheries is developing and applying smart solutions to sustain our diverse marine resources.
For more information about NOAA's Fisheries Service, visit www.nmfs.noaa.gov
ITEM 1 Opening Remarks - Chairman's Update 4:18
ITEM 2 Employee of the Month 9:10
ITEM 3 Employee of the Year 12:03
ITEM 4 Public Comments 18:50
ITEM 5 Public H...
ITEM 1 Opening Remarks - Chairman's Update 4:18
ITEM 2 Employee of the Month 9:10
ITEM 3 Employee of the Year 12:03
ITEM 4 Public Comments 18:50
ITEM 5 Public Hearing-Avon Zoning Map Amendment 19:35
ITEM 6 Older Adult Services Advisory Council Annual Report 44:33
ITEM 7 Resolution to Sponsor the Southern Hatteras Island Offshore Sand Assessment Study 52:10
ITEM 8 Resolution Requesting that the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission Hold a Quarterly Meeting in Dare County Each Year 59:38
ITEM 9 Resolution Opposing Striped Mullet Fishery Management Plan Draft Amendment 2 Due to Outdated, Unreliable Data 1:05:07
ITEM 10 A Request to Permanently Close an Unimproved Portion of Washington St. in Manteo 1:12:00
ITEM 11 Dare County Schools Early College 1:14:54
ITEM 12 Dare Guarantee Scholarship 1:50:55
ITEM 13 Manns Harbor-Traffic Safety 1:58:25
ITEM 14 Lease Agreement – County of Dare to Town of Kitty Hawk 2:15:10
ITEM 15 Consent Agenda 2:16:27
1. Approval of Minutes
2. Tax Collector's Report
3. Revision to the Board of Commissioners List of 2024 Meeting Dates
4. FY2024 Transportation Department's Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy
5. Stumpy Point Volunteer Fire Department - Firefighter Relief Board Appointment
6. Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance & Budget Amendment for Capital Investment
Fund for Manteo & Frisco EMS Stations
7. NC 911 Board Portable Radio PSAP Grant
8. DHHS-Division of Social Services - YoungWilliams Contract Amendment
9. DHHS-Public Health Division Bridge Access Program Funding for COVID-19 Vaccines
ITEM 16 Board Appointments 2:18:03
1. Land Transfer Tax Appeals Board
2. Veterans Advisory Council
3. Older Adult Services Advisory Board
4. Planning Board
5. Albemarle Commission – Board of Directors
6. Upcoming Board Appointments
ITEM 17 Commissioners’ Business & Manager/Attorney Business 2:21:52
ITEM 18 Closed Session 3:06:41
ITEM 1 Opening Remarks - Chairman's Update 4:18
ITEM 2 Employee of the Month 9:10
ITEM 3 Employee of the Year 12:03
ITEM 4 Public Comments 18:50
ITEM 5 Public Hearing-Avon Zoning Map Amendment 19:35
ITEM 6 Older Adult Services Advisory Council Annual Report 44:33
ITEM 7 Resolution to Sponsor the Southern Hatteras Island Offshore Sand Assessment Study 52:10
ITEM 8 Resolution Requesting that the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission Hold a Quarterly Meeting in Dare County Each Year 59:38
ITEM 9 Resolution Opposing Striped Mullet Fishery Management Plan Draft Amendment 2 Due to Outdated, Unreliable Data 1:05:07
ITEM 10 A Request to Permanently Close an Unimproved Portion of Washington St. in Manteo 1:12:00
ITEM 11 Dare County Schools Early College 1:14:54
ITEM 12 Dare Guarantee Scholarship 1:50:55
ITEM 13 Manns Harbor-Traffic Safety 1:58:25
ITEM 14 Lease Agreement – County of Dare to Town of Kitty Hawk 2:15:10
ITEM 15 Consent Agenda 2:16:27
1. Approval of Minutes
2. Tax Collector's Report
3. Revision to the Board of Commissioners List of 2024 Meeting Dates
4. FY2024 Transportation Department's Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy
5. Stumpy Point Volunteer Fire Department - Firefighter Relief Board Appointment
6. Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance & Budget Amendment for Capital Investment
Fund for Manteo & Frisco EMS Stations
7. NC 911 Board Portable Radio PSAP Grant
8. DHHS-Division of Social Services - YoungWilliams Contract Amendment
9. DHHS-Public Health Division Bridge Access Program Funding for COVID-19 Vaccines
ITEM 16 Board Appointments 2:18:03
1. Land Transfer Tax Appeals Board
2. Veterans Advisory Council
3. Older Adult Services Advisory Board
4. Planning Board
5. Albemarle Commission – Board of Directors
6. Upcoming Board Appointments
ITEM 17 Commissioners’ Business & Manager/Attorney Business 2:21:52
ITEM 18 Closed Session 3:06:41
Monica Gutierrez is a Fisheries Biologist with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which is a branch of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (...
Monica Gutierrez is a Fisheries Biologist with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which is a branch of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA). Her work is focused on San Joaquin River Basin.
Born and raised in Woodland, CA, Monica has always been interested in helping animals. She thought she would become a vet, but decided conservation and sustainability was just as important to her as the animals themselves, so NOAA was a perfect career path. She studied fish and wildlife biology during her undergrad. Monica interned at NMFS during college, and has now worked there for about 10 years.
NOAA is a part of the Department of Commerce. NOAA, while most well-known for the National Weather Service (NWS), is actually an umbrella agency, with various branches relating to climate, the ocean, weather and coast. NMFS is a branch under NOAA.
NMFS is responsible for ocean resources and habitat. Monica uses data to influence policy and make decisions, but does not often do field work. Much of the work that NMFS does helps us with endangered species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
Hear more about Monica’s background, details about the Endangered Species Act (ESA) including which fish species in California are listed, and what other NMFS offices accomplish. Also hear about some of the more notable projects Monica’s office has worked on including Fish screen projects. Monica explains the different types of screens out there, including cone and drum screens. An example- GCID project from early 2000’s. Monica also talks about other restoration projects she is working on and how recovery plans work.
Of course, Chad and Nick had to ask Monica’s thoughts on Striper. Hear a biologist’s perspective on this controversial issue.
More info from NMFS:
West coast region website westcoast.fisheries.noaa.gov
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Liz Heller: [email protected]
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Monica Gutierrez is a Fisheries Biologist with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which is a branch of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA). Her work is focused on San Joaquin River Basin.
Born and raised in Woodland, CA, Monica has always been interested in helping animals. She thought she would become a vet, but decided conservation and sustainability was just as important to her as the animals themselves, so NOAA was a perfect career path. She studied fish and wildlife biology during her undergrad. Monica interned at NMFS during college, and has now worked there for about 10 years.
NOAA is a part of the Department of Commerce. NOAA, while most well-known for the National Weather Service (NWS), is actually an umbrella agency, with various branches relating to climate, the ocean, weather and coast. NMFS is a branch under NOAA.
NMFS is responsible for ocean resources and habitat. Monica uses data to influence policy and make decisions, but does not often do field work. Much of the work that NMFS does helps us with endangered species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
Hear more about Monica’s background, details about the Endangered Species Act (ESA) including which fish species in California are listed, and what other NMFS offices accomplish. Also hear about some of the more notable projects Monica’s office has worked on including Fish screen projects. Monica explains the different types of screens out there, including cone and drum screens. An example- GCID project from early 2000’s. Monica also talks about other restoration projects she is working on and how recovery plans work.
Of course, Chad and Nick had to ask Monica’s thoughts on Striper. Hear a biologist’s perspective on this controversial issue.
More info from NMFS:
West coast region website westcoast.fisheries.noaa.gov
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Hosts:
Chad Alderson: @chadalderson on Instagram
Nick Hanna: @norcalflyguy on Instagram
Production Staff:
Connor Brock: [email protected]
Liz Heller: [email protected]
More Info:
Never miss a podcast; don’t forget to Subscribe to Barbless on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Have an idea, tip or question? Drop us a line at (530) 636-2523.
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At NOAA Fisheries, we've been working for the past 150 years to carry out our mission: supporting sustainable fisheries and safe sources of seafood; protecting marine life; and conserving healthy ecosystems. Here’s to the future of NOAA Fisheries.
The IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group (SSG) hosted a workshop at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) in May 2012 with the goal of creating a Global Sawfish Conservation Strategy. Workshop participants presented various summaries on the status of sawfishes. John Carlson, NOAA Nation Marine Fisheries Service, presented on the biology of sawfishes.
SHARK WEEK SPECIAL: A symphonic tribute to the beauty and majesty of sharks!
Created by NOAA's Fisheries Service, http://www.fisheries.noaa.gov.
Date: August 2013.
Title: Exploring NOAA Fisheries' Unique Role in the Marine World
Part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series.
Speaker: Janet Coit, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and NOAA Deputy Administrator, as well as Assistant Administrator for NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS).
Sponsors: This event is part of the NOAA Environmental Leadership Seminar (NELS) Series with sponsorship from the NOAA Science Council. The NOAA-wide NELS provides examples of NOAA’s leadership in environmental science, by those who lead it and make it happen. The NELS are presented as part of the NOAA Science Seminar Series. For NELS questions, contact [email protected]
Bio: Janet Coit was named the new assistant administrator for NOAA Fisheries in June 2021. She has worked on environmental issues, natural resource management, and stewardship for more than 30 years. She directed the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for more than 10 years, where she focused on improving natural resource conservation, promoting locally grown food, including seafood, and addressing the climate crisis. Coit also chaired Rhode Island’s Seafood Marketing Collaborative and worked with stakeholders to promote supplying seafood locally and abroad. At DEM, Coit streamlined the permitting process to support environmental and economic interests in the state. Additionally, she provided more opportunities for families and tourists to connect with nature while enhancing the Department’s customer service for all clients, including businesses and the public. Among her top achievements were improving morale at the agency, championing the need for more funding in support of parks and open space, clean water, brownfields remediation, and addressing climate change. Before joining Rhode Island DEM in 2011, Coit was the state director for The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island for 10 years. Prior to that, she was counsel and environmental coordinator in the Providence office of the late Senator John Chafee and, subsequently, then-Senator Lincoln Chafee. Coit also served as counsel to the U.S. Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works, where she advised on national environmental policy. Coit is a magna cum laude graduate of Dartmouth College. She holds a law degree from Stanford Law School, where she was president of the Environmental Law Society and a member of the Environmental Law Journal. Source: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/contact/janet-coit
This short film highlights how NOAA Fisheries is dedicated to the stewardship of living marine resources through science-based conservation and management, and the promotion of healthy ecosystems. Through sound science, effective policy, and tireless field work, NOAA Fisheries is developing and applying smart solutions to sustain our diverse marine resources.
For more information about NOAA's Fisheries Service, visit www.nmfs.noaa.gov
ITEM 1 Opening Remarks - Chairman's Update 4:18
ITEM 2 Employee of the Month 9:10
ITEM 3 Employee of the Year 12:03
ITEM 4 Public Comments 18:50
ITEM 5 Public Hearing-Avon Zoning Map Amendment 19:35
ITEM 6 Older Adult Services Advisory Council Annual Report 44:33
ITEM 7 Resolution to Sponsor the Southern Hatteras Island Offshore Sand Assessment Study 52:10
ITEM 8 Resolution Requesting that the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission Hold a Quarterly Meeting in Dare County Each Year 59:38
ITEM 9 Resolution Opposing Striped Mullet Fishery Management Plan Draft Amendment 2 Due to Outdated, Unreliable Data 1:05:07
ITEM 10 A Request to Permanently Close an Unimproved Portion of Washington St. in Manteo 1:12:00
ITEM 11 Dare County Schools Early College 1:14:54
ITEM 12 Dare Guarantee Scholarship 1:50:55
ITEM 13 Manns Harbor-Traffic Safety 1:58:25
ITEM 14 Lease Agreement – County of Dare to Town of Kitty Hawk 2:15:10
ITEM 15 Consent Agenda 2:16:27
1. Approval of Minutes
2. Tax Collector's Report
3. Revision to the Board of Commissioners List of 2024 Meeting Dates
4. FY2024 Transportation Department's Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy
5. Stumpy Point Volunteer Fire Department - Firefighter Relief Board Appointment
6. Amendment to Capital Project Ordinance & Budget Amendment for Capital Investment
Fund for Manteo & Frisco EMS Stations
7. NC 911 Board Portable Radio PSAP Grant
8. DHHS-Division of Social Services - YoungWilliams Contract Amendment
9. DHHS-Public Health Division Bridge Access Program Funding for COVID-19 Vaccines
ITEM 16 Board Appointments 2:18:03
1. Land Transfer Tax Appeals Board
2. Veterans Advisory Council
3. Older Adult Services Advisory Board
4. Planning Board
5. Albemarle Commission – Board of Directors
6. Upcoming Board Appointments
ITEM 17 Commissioners’ Business & Manager/Attorney Business 2:21:52
ITEM 18 Closed Session 3:06:41
Monica Gutierrez is a Fisheries Biologist with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which is a branch of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA). Her work is focused on San Joaquin River Basin.
Born and raised in Woodland, CA, Monica has always been interested in helping animals. She thought she would become a vet, but decided conservation and sustainability was just as important to her as the animals themselves, so NOAA was a perfect career path. She studied fish and wildlife biology during her undergrad. Monica interned at NMFS during college, and has now worked there for about 10 years.
NOAA is a part of the Department of Commerce. NOAA, while most well-known for the National Weather Service (NWS), is actually an umbrella agency, with various branches relating to climate, the ocean, weather and coast. NMFS is a branch under NOAA.
NMFS is responsible for ocean resources and habitat. Monica uses data to influence policy and make decisions, but does not often do field work. Much of the work that NMFS does helps us with endangered species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
Hear more about Monica’s background, details about the Endangered Species Act (ESA) including which fish species in California are listed, and what other NMFS offices accomplish. Also hear about some of the more notable projects Monica’s office has worked on including Fish screen projects. Monica explains the different types of screens out there, including cone and drum screens. An example- GCID project from early 2000’s. Monica also talks about other restoration projects she is working on and how recovery plans work.
Of course, Chad and Nick had to ask Monica’s thoughts on Striper. Hear a biologist’s perspective on this controversial issue.
More info from NMFS:
West coast region website westcoast.fisheries.noaa.gov
--
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Hosts:
Chad Alderson: @chadalderson on Instagram
Nick Hanna: @norcalflyguy on Instagram
Production Staff:
Connor Brock: [email protected]
Liz Heller: [email protected]
More Info:
Never miss a podcast; don’t forget to Subscribe to Barbless on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Have an idea, tip or question? Drop us a line at (530) 636-2523.
Check out our website at Podcast.Barbless.co
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The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is a United States federal agency, informally known as NOAA Fisheries. A division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) which is in the cabinet-level Department of Commerce, NMFS is responsible for the stewardship and management of the nation's living marine resources and their habitat within the United States' Exclusive Economic Zone, which extends seaward 200 nautical miles from the coastline (about 370 kilometers). NOAA oversees the NMFS.
With the help of the six regional science centers, eight regional fisheries management councils, the coastal states and territories, and three interstate fisheries management commissions, NMFS conserves and manages marine fisheries to promote sustainability and to prevent lost economic potential associated with overfishing, declining species, and degraded habitats. While the coastal states and territories generally have authority to manage fisheries within near-shore state waters, the NMFS has the primary responsibility to conserve and manage marine fisheries in the U.S. exclusive economic zone beyond state waters. The agency also attempts to balance competing public needs for the natural resources under its management.