Public Workshops
The Division of Marine Fisheries Management often
holds workshops to gather information on marine fisheries issues
for potential rulemaking. All workshops are open to the public, as
public input is an important and valued component of the
Commission's rulemaking process. Written public comments are also
accepted via e-mail at marine@myfwc.com.
Upcoming Public Workshops
Advisory Boards and Workgroups
The Division of Marine Fisheries Management
occasionally convenes workgroups or advisory boards to gather
public comment on complex marine fisheries issues for potential
rulemaking. Some of these boards are created by law in rule and
others are more informal and have a limited lifespan. Members of
these groups have extensive knowledge or a vested interest in the
fishery. These groups and boards are advisory only and are used as
just one of the ways the FWC gathers public comment on a topic that
might be considered by the agency's Commissioners for their review
and possible consideration for rulemaking.
The meetings of these groups are open to the public
and have a specified time for public comment during each meeting.
If Workgroup or Advisory Board recommendations are considered by
the Commission for possible rulemaking, then formal public hearings
will be conducted to gather additional public input and public
comment will be taken on the issue at Commission meetings. Written
public comment on any marine fisheries issue is always welcomed via
e-mail at marine@myfwc.com.
Advisory Board and Workgroup
Information
Persons with Disabilities