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What Is a Management Plan? A management plan is a guide for the conservation of ecosystems, natural and cultural resources for a specific area defined by legal processes based on scientific criteria and the management of resources. The plan provides a description of the area and region, summarizes scientific research for the area, and presents and discusses critical issues, problems, threats, relevant activities and conservation opportunities. It is a working plan that will guide the day-to-day activities of the reserve to comply with the goals and objectives for the reserve. The plan will be created through a collaborative process between government agencies, NGOs, stakeholders, and citizen participation RMTP Management Plan Development Process: The development of the management plan will be guided by a steering committee with respresentatives from local and Commonwealth government, fishers, educators, scientists, local business, and community groups. The steering committee will facilitate public participation in the development of the plan and will consult with a group of technical advisors to ensure legal compliance and scientific validity of the plan. The process will is being facilitated by Dr. Manuel “Manolo” Valdéz Pizzini and is being funded by a grant from NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program. Comité Timón The Steering Committee (Comité Timón) consists of:
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