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- Develop an Implementation Schedule
- Milestones
- Criteria to measure progress
- Monitoring Component
- Information/Education Component
- Evaluation Process
- Identify Technical and Financial Assistance
- Assign Responsibility
- Results and Next Steps
Set Goals and Identify Solutions
Design an Implementation Program
Develop Watershed Plan Outline
Measure Progress and Make Adjustments
The longevity of a watershed management plan is contingent upon stakeholder and community involvement. These key focal points that ensure a successful and sustainable watershed plan, including:
- Permanent staff for administrative duties
- Consistent, long-term funding
- Involving stakeholders in planning efforts
- A group of dedicated individuals who are supported by local government agencies
- Local ownership of the watershed plan
- A method for monitoring and evaluating implementation strategies
- Open communication between organization members
In addition, community buy-in is important for the success of the long term implementation of a watershed management plan. When the community is involved with the program and there is a sense of responsibility and ownership, there will be a greater degree of buy-in or acceptance of your watershed plan. Community buy-in can be achieved by involving community leaders in program development, and by providing economic incentives to the people.