Ensure that management of the Refuge is consistent with the goals and policies of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Provide Refuge neighbors and partners with a clear understanding of the reasons for management actions on and around the Refuge. Provide for long-term continuity in Refuge management. Provide a basis for Service staffing and for operations, maintenance, and capital improvement budget requests. Identify potential projects for cost share and partnership contributions.
Work continues on a draft comprehensive conservation plan.
A summary of the draft document will be mailed to the individuals and agencies already on the Service's mailing list. If you would like to have your name added to the mailing list, information on how to contact the Service is listed below. Both the summary and the draft comprehensive conservation plan will also be posted on this Web site. Your Opinion Matters Public involvement in this planning effort is as important now as it was when the project was launched. You can help by reviewing the draft document and telling us what you think.