From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Mon Apr  1 10:53:33 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2024 14:53:33 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Modification to possession limits
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NOTICE - Modification to possession limits and/or seasons for marine species regulated under quota


  1.  Beginning 12:00AM on Sunday, March 31, 2024, the possession limit for Summer flounder for participants in the Winter I Program of the Aggregate Program for Summer Flounder will be two thousand (2,000) pounds per vessel per bi-week (permitted vessels only); until further notice or until the next sub-period begins on May 1, 2024 at two hundred (200) pounds per vessel per day;
  2.  Beginning 12:00AM on Sunday, March 31, 2024, the possession limit for the Black Sea Bass will be one thousand five hundred (1,500) pounds per vessel per week; until the next sub period begins on May 1, 2024, at one hundred (100) pounds per vessel per day;
Possession limits are subject to modification throughout the year; it is the responsibility of the licensed fisherman to comply with possession limits and all such modifications.  Current commercial possession limits can be found by calling (401) 423-1920, or visiting the Marine Fisheries webpage at http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/marine-fisheries/mfsizes.php.


James O'Connor
Superintendent of State Piers
RI Department of Environmental Management
Division of Coastal Resources
(401) 782-4492
Cell (401) 328-6958
James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov>

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From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Mon Apr  1 14:26:18 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Mon, 1 Apr 2024 18:26:18 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Road closure by Coastal office
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Good afternoon,

The access road leading to the oil shed and dumpster behind the DEM Coastal office will be closed tomorrow 4/2/2024. The oil shed and dumpster will remain open for walk up only. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitated to reach out to me.

Thank you,

James O'Connor
Superintendent of State Piers
RI Department of Environmental Management
Division of Coastal Resources
(401) 782-4492
Cell (401) 328-6958
James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov>

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From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Wed Apr  3 13:16:18 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Wed, 3 Apr 2024 17:16:18 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Open berthing position DDY dock
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To: Galilee Commercial Berth Holders

Date: 4/3/2024

Re: Berthing Opportunity
           Notice: Galilee Commercial Berth Holders
                          Berthing position available: DDY dock
                          1st position from the bulkhead North side


*Please note this position can only fit a vessel between 30-35ft max*

Please email james.oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:james.oconnor at dem.ri.gov> or come into the office and fill out a request in writing. Commercial fishing activity and port seniority will be considered for final berthing assignments. Please have your request in no later than Wednesday April 10th  by 4:00pm.


James O'Connor
Superintendent of State Piers
RI Department of Environmental Management
Division of Coastal Resources
(401) 782-4492
Cell (401) 328-6958
James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov>

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From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Tue Apr 16 11:57:00 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2024 15:57:00 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Open charter position RR dock
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To: Galilee Charter Berth Holders

Date: 4/16/2024

Re: Berthing Opportunity
           Notice: Galilee Charter Berth Holders
                          Berthing position available: RR dock
                          7th  Position from the bulkhead Eastside

Please email james.oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:james.oconnor at dem.ri.gov> or come into the office and fill out a request in writing. Charter activity and port seniority will be considered for final berthing assignments. Please have your request in no later than Tuesday April 23, 2024, by 4:00pm.


James O'Connor
Superintendent of State Piers
RI Department of Environmental Management
Division of Coastal Resources
(401) 782-4492
Cell (401) 328-6958
James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov>

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From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Thu Apr 18 14:19:57 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:19:57 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Informational Webinar
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Dear Commercial Fishers,

Please be advised that the Division of Marine Fisheries is hosting an informational webinar, via the Zoom videoconferencing platform, to discuss the 2024 Summer Flounder (Fluke) and Black Sea Bass Aggregate Program. The Division will be going through the program rules and requirements, and will be available to answer questions. The Division of Law Enforcement has also been invited to attend and be able to answer questions.

Please see the below link:

Join Zoom Meeting
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341490444?pwd=Y2lwNmlmckoxdkV4c0lKWFlrVjIvUT09__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!JXPVb72PalhJx9zn1iG_9-UBttDGIvihF1NxDEKkCFYT-jlfgvgsD6-tWSg1lSo-sP9-ZD1QsajBgCdn7al6-G-n45LP7yKGKFno$ [us02web[.]zoom[.]us]

Meeting ID: 893 4149 0444
Passcode: iY32xT
Microsoft Teams

Thank you.

James O'Connor
Superintendent of State Piers
RI Department of Environmental Management
Division of Coastal Resources
(401) 782-4492
Cell (401) 328-6958
James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov>

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From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Thu Apr 18 14:25:24 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:25:24 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Informational Webinar UPDATE date & time
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Dear Commercial Fishers,

Please be advised that the Division of Marine Fisheries is hosting an informational webinar, via the Zoom videoconferencing platform, to discuss the 2024 Summer Flounder (Fluke) and Black Sea Bass Aggregate Program. The Division will be going through the program rules and requirements and will be available to answer questions. The Division of Law Enforcement has also been invited to attend and be able to answer questions.  The meeting will be held Tuesday April 23, 2024, from 5:00pm-6:00pm

Please see the below link:

Join Zoom Meeting
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89341490444?pwd=Y2lwNmlmckoxdkV4c0lKWFlrVjIvUT09__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!JjQHb6BmoQQI1rV8ECBYaMhF2MQMCyYPbf8eoTKX_bQyI8RVYbo0sZHilfMvkXq7qYKmDRNNLvWMYX5wa-On9fTWOro5zj274MkP$ [us02web[.]zoom[.]us] [https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://us02web.zoom.us__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!JjQHb6BmoQQI1rV8ECBYaMhF2MQMCyYPbf8eoTKX_bQyI8RVYbo0sZHilfMvkXq7qYKmDRNNLvWMYX5wa-On9fTWOro5zq-VUkob$ [us02web[.]zoom[.]us]]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us02web.zoom.us/j/89341490444?pwd=Y2lwNmlmckoxdkV4c0lKWFlrVjIvUT09__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!JXPVb72PalhJx9zn1iG_9-UBttDGIvihF1NxDEKkCFYT-jlfgvgsD6-tWSg1lSo-sP9-ZD1QsajBgCdn7al6-G-n45LP7yKGKFno$>

Meeting ID: 893 4149 0444
Passcode: iY32xT
Microsoft Teams
Thank you.


James O'Connor
Superintendent of State Piers
RI Department of Environmental Management
Division of Coastal Resources
(401) 782-4492
Cell (401) 328-6958
James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov<mailto:James.Oconnor at dem.ri.gov>

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From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Tue Apr 23 08:56:41 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:56:41 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Lighthouse inn Property
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What's next for the Lighthouse Inn property?

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Dear Rhode Islander,

If you've been to the Port of Galilee recently, you've seen - right on Great Island Road, across the street from the Block Island Ferry - workers and heavy machinery demolishing the former Lighthouse Inn. In fact, as of today, the building no longer stands, demolition debris has been hauled away, and the lot is empty.

The purpose of this message, which is going to the fishing fleet and shoreside businesses of Galilee, is to inform you of the Department of Environmental Management's plan for this property.

DEM will install a greenscaped area along with a few picnic tables, benches, and fencing. This will replace gray asphalt and become an area where visitors to Galilee and passengers waiting to board the ferry can meet, hang out, and relax. At the same time, we will provide room for about 40 parking spaces. We will reserve about 20 parking spaces for the use of Galilee berth holders in the local commercial fishing industry. The remaining 20 spaces will be for full-time Block Island residents who must sail over to the mainland for a recurring reason (e.g., jobs, medical appointments). We appreciate that parking in Galilee is tight and we hope these extra spots will help.

Throughout the long process that resulted in the demolition of the old Lighthouse Inn, DEM was very clear about our No. 1 priority: supporting the commercial fishing industry. We remain clear. Our fisheries sustain Rhode Island - as a source of food, income, and employment. In Galilee, we balance the interests of commercial fishing and for-hire fisheries, and businesses that support the commercial fishing industry. By supporting the fishing industry, we also support consumers. As a state agency, we aim to help the commercial fishing industry provide a stable supply of fresh, healthy, and locally caught seafood.

For these reasons and with the support of Rhode Island taxpayers, DEM continues to invest in modernizing the port. We are now well into the third phase of a multi-year, $45 million investment with work aimed at protecting against the effects of sea level rise and enhancing safety and security throughout the port. Large-scale projects underway include replacing 1,000 feet of steel bulkhead, removing and replacing heavy-duty docks for large commercial vessels, strengthening and rehabilitating other docks to enhance safety and use, and raising the height of the bulkhead and docks to combat sea level rise and protect against storm surge.

In short, we're doing everything we can to protect the commercial and for-hire fishing industries in the port and enhance the infrastructure of the port so that it remains a vibrant working waterfront. Periodically, we will keep you updated on our progress.


Daniel Costa
State Ports Manager
RI Department of Environmental Management



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