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Fish News
May 18, 2012
Copper River Salmon Season in Full Swing
Commercial fishermen are busy trying to net a healthy chunk of change as they haul in the well-known Copper River salmon. The season began yesterday morning. However, some fishermen reported that the run was off to a slow start.
According to a MSNBC/KTUU news story, a fisherman reported hearing someone on the radio quote the price of king salmon at $6.50 per pound. The salmon caught yesterday was processed in Cordova later that day and then shipped off to Seattle at 2 a.m. this morning.
FREE Safety Training Scheduled for Commercial Fishermen in King Cove and Sand Point
Alaska Marine Safety Education Association (AMSEA) will offer a fishing vessel safety and drill conductor course in King Cove on Sunday, May 27th, and a second course at the Sand Point School on Tuesday, May 29th. These courses are 1-day, 10-hour training sessions focusing on the U.S Coast Guard training requirements for commercial fishing vessels. They are available FREE to commercial fishermen, thanks to funding from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the Alaska Department of Commerce and Community Development and the U.S. Coast Guard.
Please register in advance by contacting AMSEA in Sitka at 888-508-3287, toll-free. More information and online registration is available at www.amsea.org.
Council to Take Final Action on GOA Halibut PSC during June Meeting
Gulf of Alaska (GOA) Halibut PSC (Prohibited Species Catch) will be one of the major issues during the North Pacific Fishery Management Council’s meeting in Kodiak next month. The Council is planning to take final action during its meeting, scheduled for June 6th – 12th in Kodiak. The Council is scheduling 20 hours on this topic. Visit the following link for more information: GOA Halibut PSC . Other items:
Final Action on Pribilof BKC Rebuilding Plan.
The Council amended the agenda earlier this week, removing the BSAI crab
management issues.
Visit the following link for more information: June 2012 Council Agenda
AEB’s Natural Resource Director Nominated to NPFMC’s Steller Sea Lion Mitigation Committee Aleutians East Borough Natural Resources Director Ernie Weiss has been appointed to serve on the North Pacific Fishery Management Council’s Steller Sea Lion Mitigation Committee. Ernie was notified earlier this month that Council Chairman Eric Olson approved his nomination to the Committee. Ernie is also a member of the Council’s Advisory Panel.
The Council recently reconvened the Steller Sea Lion Mitigation Committee (SSLMC). The Committee’s objective is to develop an alternative or alternatives for consideration in the environmental impact statement (EIS) for
Steller sea lion mitigation measures in the western and central Aleutian Islands. The first meeting of the SSLMC will be held at 9 – 11 a.m. on May 31, 2012 via teleconference. Larry Cotter will serve as chairman.
City of Sand Point
P.O. Box 249
Sand Point, AK 99661
Special Meeting
A Special Meeting will be held May 22nd, 2012, at 12:00 pm in the City Council Chambers regarding the following:
Ordinance 2012-02:
FY13 Budget &
Resolution 12-02: Disposal of Real Property-City Trailer.
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FREE Safety Training Schedule for Commercial Fishermen in King Cove and Sand Point
Alaska Marine Safety Education Association (AMSEA) will offer a fishing vessel safety and drill conductor course in King Cove on Sunday, May 27, 2012 and a second course at the Sand Point School on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. These 1 day, 10 hour training sessions will be in the U.S. Coast Guard training requirements for commercial fishing vessels. They are available for FREE to commercials fishermen thanks to funding from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the Alaska Department of Commerce and Community Development and the U.S. Coast Guard.
Please register in advance by contacting AMSEA in Sitka at 888-508-3287, toll-free. More information and online registration is available at www.amsea.org.
Information submitted by
Kristie Sherrodd
Marketing and Publications Manager
Alaska Marine Safety Education Association (AMSEA)
http://www.amsea.org
*Public Notice*
The Boil notice from Red Cove Road to Nagai Avenue is no longer in effect.
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Aleutians East Borough School District
Regular Meeting of the School Board
Monday, May 14, 2012–6pm
Meeting to be held by Video Conference at all School Sites
Sand Point to Meet at District Office
City of Sand Point
P.O. Box 249
Sand Point, AK 99661
(907) 383-2696 Fax: (907) 383-2698
The City of Sand Point is accepting applications for the following part-time position:
Position: City Recreation Supervisor
Salary: $14.97/hr.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
This position will schedule and supervise City Recreation events and activities at the Sand Point School for the children and adults of Sand Point. They will maintain a safe environment for all participants, post rules, and make appropriate announcements regarding schedule changes and activities.
For a copy of the job description, a copy of the job application or for more information, contact:
Sand Point City Clerk by phone at 383-2696 or by email to sptcity [at] arctic [dot] net
THE CITY OF SAND POINT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
THE CITY OF SAND POINT IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE AND ALL EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE A DRUG TEST.
Posted: 05/08/12
Community Prom will be on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the QT Rec Center. It is for ages 7th to adults from 8PM to 12PM. Tickets are $20 each. The theme is Casino Night and there will be appetizers, people are welcome to bring food and baked goods. On Sunday, May 13, 2012 there will be a kids prom from 2-4pm at the QT Rec Center. Ages are 6th grade and younger. Tickets are $5 each and food will be serve.
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The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) will be doing a nearshore survey in late August-early September in the Nelson Lagoon-Port Moller area. We would like to charter a drift-gillnet boat or other small vessel to do this work.
The survey will sample fish and habitat in depths shallower than about 15 fathoms using small bottom trawls and other gear, and may also involve beach seining. This gear has been used on 32 to 45 footers in the past and they are ideal boats for this type of work.
The timing of the survey is ideal for you to make some extra money after the salmon season is over. Please contact Dr. Thomas Hurst for more information and bidding. (541) 867-0222 Fax: (541) 8 67-0136 Email: thomas [dot] hurst [at] noaa [dot] gov Address: 2030 South Marine Science Drive Newport, OR 97365
Click Here to view the PDF file of the Friday Flyer: Friday Flyer 4-27-2012
Cut R Loose Coffee’s Summer Hours Beginning May 1, 2012
Open Monday thru Friday 8:00AM to 2:00PM
Closed 2:00PM to 5:00pm
Reopens 5:00PM to 8:00PM
Saturday and Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00PM
Serving: coffee, breakfast and deli sandwiches, pastries, fresh baked items, soda, juices and soft serve ice cream.
The Aleutians East Borough School District is pleased to announce their unanimous choice for a new superintendent beginning July 1, 2012.
Mr. Tim Stathis has accepted the position of Superintendent of Schools for the Aleutians East Borough School District. Mr. Stathis is currently the Director of Curriculum in the Yukon Flats School District and previously was a principal in Venetie, Alaska. He also worked in the Iditarod, Yukon-Koyokuk, Lower Yukon, Southeast Island, and Lower Kuskokwim School School Districts. He was awarded a Master of Arts degree from the University of Alaska Southeast and earned his undergraduate degree from that same university.
Mr. Stathis commented that “My wife and I are looking forward to settling in and becoming a part of and serving in the communities of the Aleutians East Borough.”
The board elected to conduct a nationwide search and secured the services of the Association of Alaska School Boards to assist with the search. The position was advertised in February and closed on April 4, 2012. Mr. Stathis visited the district in Sand Point on April 27 and participated in a community reception and forum at the school. He interviewed with the board and was offered ac accepted the position of Superintendent of Schools.
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