Synthesize large amounts of science and social science information. Create new structures and relationships that transcend old boundaries. Be committed to implementation. To ensure implementation of the CCMP in a timely fashion. The process helps resolve long-standing conflicts in the estuary, in order to implement proposed action plans in a timely fashion.
Stakeholders stay involved in the process.
Action plans are implemented as a direct result of conflict resolution process. To support widespread use of participatory decision-making in the estuary. Each organizational member signs a MOA which points to agreement to accept and support these guidelines. A committee established by the BTMC develops expanded guidelines in 1996-1997. Each organization establishes a contact point for conflict resolution.