NOAA to host listening session in St. Petersburg, Florida

Agency seeking input for implementation of Strategic Plan

Science, service and stewardship are at the heart of NOAA's diverse mission.

Science, service and stewardship are at the heart of NOAA's diverse mission. (Image credit: NOAA)

NOAA is conducting a series of listening sessions across the United States to receive public input regarding the implementation of the Department of Commerce's 2018-2022 Strategic Plan. As part of the Department of Commerce, NOAA has a role in expanding the Blue Economy, including fishing, shipping, energy, recreation and tourism.

RDML Timothy Gallaudet, Ph.D., assistant secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and acting under secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere, will discuss opportunities to reduce the nation's seafood trade deficit and promote marine commerce, fisheries, and tourism. His remarks will be followed by a period for public comments. This is an opportunity to ask questions and provide input on implementation of these and other NOAA and Department of Commerce priorities.

WHAT: 
NOAA listening session

WHEN: 
Mon., Sept. 10

  • Doors open 3:30 p.m. EDT
  • Listening session begins 4:00 p.m.
  • Media should arrive on site no later than 3:30 p.m.

WHERE:
University of South Florida
St. Petersburg Student Center
Ballrooms 2 & 3
200 6th Ave South
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701

WHO:
Retired Navy Rear Adm. Timothy Gallaudet, Ph.D., assistant secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and acting under secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere

Key Topic:     
To discuss opportunities to reduce the nation's seafood trade deficit and promote marine commerce, fisheries, and tourism.

Media RSVP:
Media interested in viewing the public session or to request an interview with the NOAA speaker must RSVP to listen.sessions@noaa.gov by 5:00 p.m. on Sun., Sept. 9.

Media contact
listen.sessions@noaa.gov