Peter Andrew (Seat B - Alaska Resident)
peter andrew
f/v lucky bear
907-843-1519
Peter Andrew’s Candidate Statement
Maximize the value of the Bristol Bay Fishery for benefit for our members. That mission is always forefront on my mind when meeting in committee or meetings with people in the industry. I have fished Bristol Bay for 50+ years, and have seen all sorts of seasons! My interests are strong to build and collaborate with partners to market the worlds best sustainable Sockeye. We have just lived through one of the hardest seasons that I can remember in recent years. The world economy is starting to recover and I for one see a more positive future for our markets, still there is going to be a lot of work. I have been called on twice to help fill vacancies on the board. I look forward to the challenges that face us and thank you for your support.
My experiences include, Fish Bristol Bay 50+ yrs, BBNC Board 18 yrs, Nushagak Coop 25yrs, worked at BBNA 20yrs.
Peter Andrew
pandrew@bbnc.net
907-843-1519
Peter Andrew’s Responses to Candidate Questionnaire
Why do you want to be a BBRSDA board member?
The years of service to Bristol Bay region both in Non profit and For profit has given me understanding of how important the fishing economy is to the region, State, and U.S. Commercial Fishing and Sport have proven the contribution of an average 2 billion dollar to the world economy. As of late we have had challenges in the world market because of high interest rates and competition from other salmon resources that cost less to produce. I still feel that comparing to other sources we have a superior product, thanks to our fishers that have focused on quality and better handling methods. I feel that we can contribute to building and collaborating with processers enhance our product in the world market. I have the time and energy to commit time to help.
What do you think is the most important mission for the BBRSDA and why?
Maximizing the value of the Bristol Bay fishery for the benefit of our members. That is the core reason why the RSDA was created.
In your view, what are three priorities the BBRSDA should focus on (within the legal limits referred to above) and why?
Working with ASMI and Processing industry to enhance markets for our wild sustainable salmon. Continued work to help fishers to bring higher quality and value of our wild Salmon to markets. Protect and persevere our wild salmon resource.
The BBRSDA's Strategic Plan lists specific strategies for maximizing the value of the Bristol Bay salmon fishery. Do you believe those strategies are an effective guide for accomplishing that goal, and if not, how should they be modified?
I participated in the strategic plan two years ago and feel that the priorities in the strategic plan are very key in bringing quality, sustainability, and helping establish new and emerging market places for our renewable resource.
Please explain your position on the Pebble Mine project.
Growing up in the region and being a lifelong resident, I adamantly opposed this potential mine. I have testified both at Federal and State levels against The pebble project over the last 20 years. I have also met with potential international investors to detour investing in this venture. Over the years of working with thousands of people and Millions of comments to EPA and four different Federal administrations, the EPA has implemented the 404c to help protect the watershed. Still there is a lot of work to be done. As long as that valuable ore body is there, we need to work on permanently protecting this watershed. This is a huge lift but must be the final solution for this treat on our watershed.
Is there another issue that you would like to respond to?
King Salmon, and Chum Salmon maybe a stock of concern along with other regulatory issues. I will be engaged and willing to help.