Hearing Overview
When: Monday, December 1, 2025 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Where: N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries – Central District Office, 5285 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, NC 28557
Purpose: To gather public comment on two proposed shellfish leases in Carteret County.
Proposed Shellfish Lease Applications
| Applicant | Lease Numbers | Acreage | Waterbody | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.I. Salts Oyster Company, LLC (Ralph W. Brittingham, Jr. & Ryan D. Salter) | 25-007BL / 25-008WC | 6.08 acres | North Bay | Carteret County |
| Rough Atlantic, LLC (Michael T. Dale) | 25-032BL / 25-033WC | 6.02 acres | North River (below bridge) | Carteret County |
How to Participate
Attend In Person
Location: N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries Central District Office
Address: 5285 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, NC 28557
Registration: Sign in between 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. before the hearing begins.
Join Virtually (Webex)
Pre-register by 4:00 p.m., Sunday November 30
Registration Link: Carteret County Shellfish Lease Hearing Speaker Registration
Webex access details will be posted here by November 25.
Submit Written (Sworn) Comments
Written comments are accepted up to 24 hours after the hearing.
By Mail:
NC DMF SLAP
PO Box 769
3441 Arendell St. Morehead City, NC 28557
Online Form:
Carteret County Shellfish Lease Hearing Comment Form
Meeting Materials
Presentation – Will be posted when available.
Investigation Reports:
Meeting Minutes – Will be posted after the hearing.
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After the Hearing
All comments and materials become part of the public record under N.C. General Statute § 132-1.
The Division of Marine Fisheries will review testimony and submit a final recommendation to the Secretary of Environmental Quality.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Marla Chuffo
marla.chuffo@deq.nc.gov
(252) 515-5480
Issued By:
Kathy B. Rawls, Director
N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries
N.C. Department of Environmental Quality
Accessibility Statement
Individuals needing special accommodations or language assistance should contact the DMF Public Affairs Office at least 72 hours in advance.
All meeting materials are available in accessible formats upon request.