I read this article and was wondering how do these nasty little things effect the fishing, if at all?




Sea nettles require more than just a letter

Iread the article about Sen. Frank Lautenberg's recovery from cancer. ("U.S. Sen. Lautenberg of N.J. says he's cancer-free," June 28.) I am happy his treatment was successful. However, those of us who live in the Barnegat Bay area are still waiting for him to fulfill his promise to combat the invasion of sea nettles, or jellyfish, in our waters.

Sea nettles began appearing in increasing numbers about four years ago. This has had a negative impact on recreation, fishing and the Jersey Shore economy. When he was contacted, Lautenberg promised to launch an investigation. Many of us waited for some result.
Finally, about two years later, we called the senator's office to find out what was being done. We were told that he wrote a letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. When we asked what the outcome was, we were told we would be called back.
Finally, after we made four more phone calls, were were told that a copy of the letter was in a file, but that "no one had answered the letter." The person we spoke with told us "that happens a lot" and that there often is no follow-up.
Since the senator is supposed to be looking out for the people of this state, shouldn't he do more than dictate a letter?
The sea nettles are back in full force again this year. Overfishing, fertilizer run-off and other reasons have been offered to explain the problem. However, as far as we can tell, nothing is being done.
Perhaps Lautenberg can now find the time to go through his files, find his letter and do something more about the situation. Isn't that part of his job?

Victoria R. Krezonis
TOMS RIVER

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