Plan Process

* indicates the current step in the planning process
Step 1. Set the stage for planning: Reaffirm purpose, significance, and mission of the park; determine issues and concerns – 2002-2003
Step 2. Develop preliminary management alternatives:Identify a range of reasonable alternatives for the park's future, assess their effects, analyze public reactions, and select a preferred alternative - 2003
Step 3. Prepare and publish Draft General Management Plan / Environmental Assessment: Prepare plan describing the planning, alternatives, and impacts; distribute to the public. – Spring 2004 to Fall 2006 *
Step 4. Public Meetings for the Draft General Management Plan / Environmental Assessment- Spring 2007
Step 5. Implement the approved plan: Prepare and issue FONSI (if no substantial changes are needed) and implement plan as funding allows. - Summer 2007 and beyond