650 R.I. Code R. 650-RICR-20-05-11.6

Current through December 3, 2024

Section 650-RICR-20-05-11.6 - Ocean SAMP Goals and Principles

A. The following goals and principles guided the process to both develop the Ocean SAMP as well as establish its policies and regulations. These goals and principles were developed in coordination with the Ocean SAMP researchers and the Ocean SAMP stakeholder group. For more information on the Ocean SAMP goals and principles and the Ocean SAMP stakeholder group see Chapter 1, Introduction.

B. The Ocean SAMP Goals are to:

1. Foster a properly functioning ecosystem that is both ecologically sound and economically beneficial;

2. Promote and enhance existing uses;

3. Encourage marine-based economic development that considers the aspirations of local communities and is consistent with and complementary to the state's overall economic development, social, and environmental needs and goals; and

4. Build a framework for coordinated decision-making between state and federal management agencies.

C. The Ocean SAMP Principles are to:

1. Develop the Ocean SAMP document in a transparent manner;

2. Involve all stakeholders;

3. Honor existing activities;

4. Base all decisions on the best available science; and

5. Establish monitoring and evaluation that supports adaptive management.

650 R.I. Code R. 650-RICR-20-05-11.6

Amended effective 10/6/2019