1. Tar-Pamlico Watershed Planning Survey Results And suggested next steps…

2. Survey Overview Purpose- to get sense of direction participants want for planning effort Survey provided at 3/24/2005 meeting Survey sent to listserve for a second chance to complete 10 people participated

3. Which elements are appropriate for the plan? Stream and wetland restoration projects and best management practices Implementing or examining local policy changes Research projects Public educational programs

4. Results-What elements are appropriate for the plan?

5. How can the watershed plan help your goals? Public education Help meet 30% N reduction Framework/background for decisions to improve water quality Preservation of land, projects to slow impacts from developing rural area Clean water Help with drainage maintenance Identify projects in urban areas

6. What is a Successful Outcome of Planning Effort? Implement demonstration projects Doable plan that all parties can support Projects to improve water quality & aesthetics of area Municipal participation in preserving aquatic resources Improve water quality Education

7. What must happen to make it worth your time to help implement the plan? Meet mitigation needs Assist with public education and local buy-in for projects Help with Phase 2 permit SWCD Board allows staff time Help with Tar-Pam rules (including retrofits) Work with landowners & groups, show benefit to landowners Ability to purchase easements or land for projects ($$) A plan that could address issues and requirements of municipality

8. In summary, we heard you say you could use assistance with… Meeting mandated water quality goals –Stormwater Phase 2 requirements –Tar-Pam Rules Education, particularly regarding benefits to landowners Identifying projects and successfully getting them in the ground (restoration, stormwater retrofit, preservation)

9. Watershed Planning Suggested Next Steps… Agricultural Subcommittee to oversee demonstration project in rural area Suggestion for now- fall –Project team present overview of existing policies/programs to you –Facilitated discussion of perceived adequacy of these in meeting watershed goals –Develop recommendations to address any identified shortfalls –Develop action plan for implementation