PPP LOAN update
All PPP applications must be submitted to the Small Business Administration by your SBA-approved lender by August 8.
Update Video w Dr. Jarris
Dr. Jarris joined National Fisherman for a follow-up Q&A to answer the questions they didn't get to in the original webinar on preparing you and your crew for Covid-19.
Cares Act for fishermen
Announcement on first steps of the CARES Act funds for commercial fishermen. This money will be distributed through the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC) based on a spend plan developed by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G).
Updates to Mandates 17 & 10
UFA hosted a webinar for commercial fishermen to explain updates to Mandates 10 and 17 and do a question and answer session.
Panelist included:
Tom Koloski – Alaska Unified Command, Critical Infrastructure Branch
Jason Wiard – Environmental Health Officer from Division of Environmental Conservation DEH-Food Safety & Sanitation
Charles Pelton – Alaska Unified Command, Medical Services Branch, Public Health Group
John Moller – Commercial Fisheries Policy Advisor, Governor Dunleavy
Set Net Appendix to health Mandate 17
Appendix 03 to State of Alaska Health Mandate 17 applies to set net fleets and any other commercial fishing operations not covered under the original mandate.
Alaska Crew License
Alaska crew licenses have moved online. You will need an internet connection and a printer. DO NOT LEAVE HOME WITHOUT THIS.
Essential Employee Verification and Travel LEtter
Crew looking to travel to Alaska fisheries as essential workers will need to carry this Critical Infrastructure Industry Essential Employee Verification and Travel Letter signed by their Captain. Find more information here.
Bristol Bay Regional Town Hall 4/30/2020
Local officials, processors, health care professionals and state representatives discussed plans and answered questions about the 2020 commercial fishery in Bristol Bay.
Download a suggested crew contract template for salmon season 2020. This contract is the result of a working group of captains and crew editing Sea Grant Alaska’s Fish Biz example contract, and it is the responsibility of the captain to tailor it to their operation. Thank you to Susie Brito, RN F/V Sea Breeze, for spearheading this effort.
Understanding mandate 17
UFA hosted a webinar with State of Alaska health officials to help fishermen understand Health Mandate 17 for the Protective Measure for Independent Fishing Vessels.
Protective measures for Independent fishing Vessels
State of Alaska health mandate 17 on protective measures required for fishermen and their crew. This does not apply to set net operations which will receive their own guidance.
Preparing you and your vessel against covid-19
National Fisherman and Discovery Health’s Dr. Ann Jarris walk through proper onboard procedures to keep you, your crew, and the communities you call upon safe during Covid-19.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Information on Covid-19 and best practices to protect your overall health
United Fishermen of ALaska
UFA’s regularly updated information on Alaska Commercial Fishermen and how we can respond to Covid-19 including; mandates, onboard procedures, and other helpful links.
Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute
Resources and information from ASMI on food safety and procedures during Covid-19.
Alaska Legislature’s
Covid-19 response
The Alaska House Majority’s page for information on Covid-19 and the Alaska Legislature’s response.
Governor’s Office
The latest news and mandates from the office of Alaska’s Governor.
North Pacific Fishery Management COuncil
Updates on changes to the NPFMC schedule and agenda.
Alaska Department of FIsh and Game
Information on working with ADF&G during Covid-19.
NOAA Fisheries
Regularly updated information and resources from NOAA Fisheries on the Covid-19 Pandemic.
BRistol Bay Regional Seafood Development Association
Regularly updated information and resources for Bristol Bay fishermen on the response to the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Local Catch Network
Resources for direct marketers.
Please email Jamie@akmarine.org with questions or suggestions for additions to this page.
