From dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov  Fri Feb  2 14:44:57 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Fri, 2 Feb 2024 19:44:57 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] 2023 Commercial Tautog Reports and Unused Tags
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2023 Commercial Tautog Tag Reports and Unused Tags

Please be reminded that RI commercial fishermen who received commercial tautog tags in 2023 must return all unused tags and tag reports to DEM no later than February 15, 2024.  Failure to return all unused tags and tag reports may result in the fisherman becoming ineligible to receive tags in 2023, pursuant to regulations (Part 3 - Finfish<https://rules.sos.ri.gov/regulations/part/250-90-00-3>, section 3.13.2(C)).   Unused 2023 RI commercial tautog tags and reports for 2023 tags may be returned by mail, or dropped off during business hours 8:30-4 Monday-Friday, to one of the following DEM offices:

Division of Marine Fisheries
3 Fort Wetherill Road
Jamestown, RI 02835

Division of Coastal Resources
301 Great Island Road
Narragansett, RI 02882

Very Important!  You must include your name and license number with your unused tags! Please note, any reports or tags that do not identify the license holders name and license number will not be accepted.  Failure to include the name and license number may result in an ineligibility to receive tags in the future.  Tagging reports may be submitted via email (Nichole.ares at dem.ri.gov<mailto:Nichole.ares at dem.ri.gov>), mail, or fax (f: 401-423-1925).  Additional reporting forms can be found on the Division website at: http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/bnatres/marine/pdf/tautogrpt.pdf.

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 Feb  8 08:51:04 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Thu, 8 Feb 2024 13:51:04 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Aggregate Permit Application_Summer-FAll_2024
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Please be advised that applications for the 2024 Summer/Fall Aggregate Program for Summer Flounder and Black Sea Bass are now available. Applications can be obtained via:


  1.  Attached to this message
  2.  Online at the Division of Marine Fisheries/Division of Coastal Resources websites
  3.  In the Coastal Resources office at 301 Great Island Road
  4.  In the Division of Marine Fisheries office, 3 Fort Wetherhill Rd, Jamestown

Applications are accepted at either location. Please be aware that permits cannot be issued day-of-application due to a change in procedure.

For any questions regarding application processing, please contact either Pat Williamson at 401-560-4131, patrick.williamson.ctr at dem.ri.gov<mailto:patrick.williamson.ctr at dem.ri.gov> ; or John Lake 401-423-1942, john.lake at dem.ri.gov<mailto:john.lake at dem.ri.gov>

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  Mon Feb 26 13:09:33 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2024 18:09:33 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Microgrant Program
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FY 2024 Commercial Fishing Microgrant Program
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM), and RI Seafood, is accepting grant applications for the Commercial Fishing Microgrant Program. Applications will be accepted from February 26 to March 22.
The Commercial Fishing Microgrant Program is a pilot grant program that will provide competitive small grants (up to $5,000) to seafood businesses and commercial fishermen to bolster their efforts in the commercial fishing industry. The purpose of this grant is to allow fishermen to focus their efforts on expanding their landings and build their businesses from the decline experienced during COVID-19 pandemic.  This can include grants for technology updates, equipment purchases, safety equipment or training for new staff, and other expenses that would otherwise prevent fishermen from furthering their business.
Additional details and information on how to submit an application are available at:
https://controller.admin.ri.gov/grants-management/state-rhode-island-grant-funding-opportunities

For additional information or questions, contact Molly Ogren, Chair of the Seafood Marketing Collaborative at Molly.Ogren at dem.ri.gov<mailto:Molly.Ogren at dem.ri.gov> or Jordyn Kastlunger, Fisheries Marketing Specialist, at Jordyn.Kastlunger.ctr at dem.ri.gov<mailto:Jordyn.Kastlunger.ctr at dem.ri.gov>


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 Feb 29 07:39:34 2024
From: dem-coastal at listserve.ri.gov (DEM-Coastal)
Date: Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:39:34 +0000
Subject: [DEM-Coastal] Offshore Wind Fishery Compensation Programs
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Offshore Wind Fishery Compensation Programs

Two offshore wind farms are initiating fisheries compensation programs. Please see project websites linked below for details on each program, how to apply, and who to contact with questions.

South Fork Wind Fisheries Direct Compensation - Accepting applications now
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.fisheriescompensationprogram.com/rhode-island-fisheries-direct-compensation-program__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!NcTmn17TJn-r-bKQVH4RtYV4ZjTWBqKa1wnUOYUUYrzTzkE9ICTceyoM3Bb_7lBdNSz72Hh1tWLp5ou0Jmoa8-JBVnNzKcnG6Hzi$ [fisheriescompensationprogram[.]com] [https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://fisheriescompensationprogram.com__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!NcTmn17TJn-r-bKQVH4RtYV4ZjTWBqKa1wnUOYUUYrzTzkE9ICTceyoM3Bb_7lBdNSz72Hh1tWLp5ou0Jmoa8-JBVnNzKYqDo1aP$ [fisheriescompensationprogram[.]com]]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.fisheriescompensationprogram.com/rhode-island-fisheries-direct-compensation-program__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!KbptO3iq-93MIQN-uCO_kmTjeTD1gUTlL_xfYNdtht0KrujgGxBSS_w4iCggfYTXXTjh9QdrvWxVJCdNJIDlxTZcupgT_44T_dDpv4hnQQ$>

South Fork Wind - Technical Assistance Provider (TAP): PKF O'Connor Davies.
Phone number: +1 781-937-5737
Email: RIFFVT.SouthFork at pkfod.com<mailto:RIFFVT.SouthFork at pkfod.com>


Vineyard Wind Fisheries Compensatory Mitigation Program - Opens March 4th
 The Vineyard Wind 1 Fisheries Compensatory Mitigation Program is scheduled to be launched on March 4, 2024. Information about the program, including how to apply, will be available on the program's website: https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.vw1fisheriescomp.com__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!NcTmn17TJn-r-bKQVH4RtYV4ZjTWBqKa1wnUOYUUYrzTzkE9ICTceyoM3Bb_7lBdNSz72Hh1tWLp5ou0Jmoa8-JBVnNzKdvWlxiG$ [vw1fisheriescomp[.]com] [https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://vw1fisheriescomp.com__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!NcTmn17TJn-r-bKQVH4RtYV4ZjTWBqKa1wnUOYUUYrzTzkE9ICTceyoM3Bb_7lBdNSz72Hh1tWLp5ou0Jmoa8-JBVnNzKd-9ho7b$ [vw1fisheriescomp[.]com]]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.vw1fisheriescomp.com__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!KbptO3iq-93MIQN-uCO_kmTjeTD1gUTlL_xfYNdtht0KrujgGxBSS_w4iCggfYTXXTjh9QdrvWxVJCdNJIDlxTZcupgT_44T_dCwVV79Vg$> and some materials are provided in the attached PDF. Once the program launches, commercial fishermen will be able to apply to the program to establish eligibility.

Open house and tabling events will be hosted in March to help fishermen apply for the program. Currently scheduled events include the following:
March 20: Superior Trawl, 55 State Street, Point Judith, Rhode Island (9 AM - 1 PM)
March 21: New Bedford Port Authority, 123 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford, Massachusetts (9 AM - 1 PM)
March 22: Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association Annual Meeting, 35 Scudder Ave Hyannis, Emerald Resort Conference Center (9 AM - 4 PM)



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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