Notice of Public Hybrid Meeting by the Caribbean Fishery Management Council
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The Caribbean Fishery Management Council (CFMC) is convening a public hybrid meeting, allowing for both in-person and virtual participation. Held over two days, the meeting aims to discuss various items listed in the agenda, including updates on fishery management plans and other important initiatives relevant to Caribbean fisheries.
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Key Changes
- Introduction of a hybrid meeting format
- Extended agenda with detailed discussion points
- Virtual participation options available
Obligations
What this law requires
Hold the 189th CFMC public hybrid meeting on April 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. AST, and April 22, 2026, from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. AST at The Buccaneer Hotel, 5007 Estate Shoys, Christiansted, St. Croix, USVI 00820
Provide virtual meeting access via Zoom with specified Meeting ID (843 2813 0219) and passcode (856050), and provide GoToMeeting as backup platform with specified access code (971-749-317)
Discuss agenda items as listed in the tentative agenda, including FMP amendments, Scientific and Statistical Committee reports, Framework Action 4 for spiny lobster, accountability measures for pelagic stocks, and other specified topics
Allow public comment periods on both April 21, 2026 (4:45 p.m.-5 p.m.) and April 22, 2026 (3:45 p.m.-4 p.m.) with 5-minute presentation limit per speaker
Make financial disclosure forms available for inspection at the meeting in accordance with 50 CFR part 601