NJDEP Fluke Press Conference Update

[Gerry Zagorski]

Quick update here, the meeting went great!! It was very well organized and attended.

I'd say a few hundred people in the audience and a strong representation of speakers from our state and local Politicians, fishing related businessmen on the Commercial and Recreational side, as well as Groups like RFA, SSFFF, JCAA and NJOA. I noticed more then a few cameras, Channel 12 News was there as were a few others but not sure who they were.

There was one common rally cry heard throughout everyone's remarks... "Enough is Enough"

It was also made clear that the emergency measures we are asking for, which is to remain Status Quo in 2017 is just a temporary fix. The intention is to also fight for a long term solution to avoid the knee jerk reactions which cause sea saw regulations, as well as investing in better science to assess stocks for the fisheries long term sustainability.

The show of solidarity that was present and the personal commitments from many influential people to fight this thing through to the end and by any means necessary was real shot in the arm for me. I'm encouraged now more then I've ever been.

Glad I was able to attend and thanks to all who showed up to support the NJDEP and represent our interests in this fishery.

Job well done NJDEP!!