1. Restoration & Monitoring Prioritization Tool
Developed by the Prioritization Tool Workgroup
The restoration and monitoring prioritization tool is a spatially based evaluation of several sets of data to help guide the discussion of the most efficient places for watershed restoration projects and monitoring.

2. Need For This Tool Elevates redundant efforts across multiple programs
Allows all Branches to be working off of the same sets of data that are most current within the Department
Dynamic and easily updated

3. What is the Prioritization Tool?
A GIS model that weights datasets
Provides a ranked output of prioritization
Produces a transparent evaluation

4. Examples of Use
FY Funding Selection

5. Examples of Use
Ambient Monitoring Station Prioritization

6. Future Tool Potential Tracking restoration activities
Public Database to coordinate restoration efforts
Assist redirection of resources
Assist communities and watershed groups better target limited resources
Track activities related to improving water quality

7. Long Term Goals
Better coordinated efforts with all water programs statewide
Facilitate more efficient restoration work
Better allocate monitoring resources
Further expansion to protection efforts

8. Questions?