Abstract |
This document provides annual financial and task-based information to meet federal workplan requirements. The focus of this workplan continues to be the implementation of the Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP). On March 4, 2002, Suzanne Schwartz, Director of the Oceans and Coastal Protection Division of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued guidance for the development of the FY 03 Workplans prepared by the nations NEPs. For ease of use, new requirements were shown in bold text. New guidance requirements included special grant condition regarding the use of travel funds and Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) reporting. NEPs were also to have an Implementation Tracking System, Environmental Progress Report and Environmental Indicators in place by 2006. Furthermore, additional information (success stories) is expected for accomplishments of the past year. According to the guidance, NEP Workplans must include the following items: Goals and Accomplishments, Ongoing Projects, New Projects, Administrative and Financial. |