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Squid, Mackerel, Butterfish
Framework 8
The Council took action to institute butterfish cap closure authority in trimester 2, so as to ensure a trimester 3 fishery will be maintained. The Council also voted to give NMFS the discretion to shift butterfish cap and landings back and forth at the end of the year to optimize fishing opportunities.
Squid Workshop
Staff provided an update on the squid management workshop which is scheduled for January 15-17, 2013. The purpose of the workshop is to connect Mid-Atlantic fishery managers, scientists, and industry participants in order to consider whether real-time management is a feasible strategy for optimizing yield and/or addressing challenges in the longfin and Illex squid fisheries.
Amendment 15
Council staff presented the results of Amendment 15 scoping for river herring and shad. Four scoping hearings were held between November 14 and 20 to gather public input on the range of issues and information that should be considered. Amendment 15 will consider adding river herrings and shads as Council-managed species. After reviewing the comments, the Council approved moving forward with amendment development.