Abstract |
The National Program Guidance for the Office of Water U.S. Environmental Protection Agency FY2002-03 is intended to serve as guidance for the implementation of the National Water Program. This guidance should assist all of us in providing consistent and fair implementation of the important programs for which we are responsible. In addition. this guidance provides the framework for EPA negotiations with our State and Tribal partners who play a vital role in protecting and restoring the Nation's waters. This guidance should be shared with these partners and should serve as a primary resource for National Water Program staff and managers as they plan and implement their programs for FY2002-03. This guidance addresses key elements of the National Water Program's accountability system -- priorities, core program guidances, Management Agreements (MAs), and mid-year and end-of-year reporting. |