Gotta Save Dana too...

I attended this morning's meeting with the
DFG commissioners.

I was given a minute to speak. I spoke to the issue
of closing off laguna bch, proposed by the Blue
Ribbon Task Force. I said, Anglers leaving the DP marina heading
toward Laguna would be forced to fish Dana instead.

I also pointed out that an opposition speaker prior to me
showed the commission--via visual maps--that there
were only two fishing spots in Dana, and that that was enough.
So, I concluded to the commission, that Dana fishing would soon
be wiped out since all the would-be laguna fishermen would be left with only two spots in Dana--along with the rest of us.
This would clean us out of fish and endanger our safety
by crowding us in.

I figured since this made-up map made such an impact, why expose the truth about this propagenda map?

I didn't have time to tell them Their Science Stinks since it was bought
and paid for by the opposition. And I didn't have time to tell them the
real resason why Laguna Bch residents are in favor of total closure:
To free up parking spaces on their streets. Little old ladies really don't want to "feel good" knowing there's fish off their coast, they want to park their cars in front of their homes, then they'll feel good.

This process of open hearing with the DFG seems it might be more fair
and open with us fishermen. There will be at least three more meetings
before the commissioners make their final recommendations. We were told
that should happen by next DEC.

I noticed more LA radio presence and LA local TV news presence.
That's a good thing since California is broke and its broke residence
should be less likely to support more govt spending.

And, there were many fishermen speakers who referred to "hidden meetings, and hidden agendas with the Blue Ribbon Task Force run by Wiseman."

Funny, cause I walked by Wiseman at the end of the meeting and overheard him lamenting, "I never attend any hidden meetings..."
Thanks for your support and help.
Yani, Stop MLPA-Gate

[Billy V]

I always watch when you speak. Your delivery was good up there today, you present with air of maturity and dignity, and it leaves a lasting impression. You capitalized on an opportunity that presented itself.

It was very effective.

[habanero]

Some people are natural speakers and Yani is a good example. The commission made it clear that they appreciate well delivered speeches for thoughtful consideration. We have a few more opportunities to deliver concise suggestions for how the DFG will implement the the new access limits and regulations. We know who are the best speaker amongst us and should provide organized support. Is there a way we can seed time via signed documentation instead of all of us flying all over the state?

[JoeBeck]

I was not able to make it. Since I work retail I am absolutly slammed right now. Thanks Yani and everyone else who went to speak for us . That is good news we have another year, I hope that can work in our favor.

[dgax65]

Originally Posted by habanero

Is there a way we can seed time via signed documentation instead of all of us flying all over the state?

You have to be present to cede time to a speaker. The Fish and Game Commission's rules are a little different than the MLPA meetings. Each speaker gets one minute. Ceded time doesn't work out as well (15=3min) at these meetings. I think we would do better with a series of organized speakers where each speaker assigned a specific point to address.

If you can't be there you can still send written comments to the Fish and Game Commission. FGC email, fax and address:
http://www.fgc.ca.gov/public/informa...itcomments.asp

Go to their web page to see the laws and regulations that are under review:
http://www.fgc.ca.gov/regulations/ne...osedregs09.asp

There is even a guide to the entire public participation process.
http://www.oal.ca.gov/res/docs/pdf/HowToParticipate.pdf