Election results sway conservation, other fishery regulatory policies in Rhode Island
SEAFOODNEWS.COM [Providence Journal] by Dave Monti - November 14, 2014
Capt. Dave Monti has been fishing and shellfishing for more than 40 years. He holds a captain’s master license and a charter fishing license.
Results of the recent elections, both nationally and here in Rhode Island, can make an impact on fish populations. Here are some thoughts on the future:
A lot of conservation work still has to be done in Rhode Island. However, the Department of Environmental Management, under the direction of Janet Coit, has done a good job implementing state, regional and federal regulations to benefit the fish. I hope Governor Elect Gina Raimondo keeps her on as director, as she has been a great advocate for the fish.
Steve Medeiros, president of the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association, agrees...
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