File #: REP 13-1189    Version: 1 Name: Field lab
Type: Staff Report Status: Filed
File created: 4/16/2019 In control: Research & Technology Committee
On agenda: 4/23/2019 Final action: 4/23/2019
Title: Receive report from EAA staff on development of a field research observatory.

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Receive report from EAA staff on development of a field research observatory.

 

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STAFF RECOMMENDED MOTION:

 

None.  This item is for informational purposes only.

 

 

SUMMARY:

 

The purpose of this agenda item is for the Research & Technology Committee to receive a report from EAA staff discussing the purpose and merit of developing a field research observatory.  The proposed observatory provides an opportunity to conduct field research designed to improved water quality and quantity while also providing educational opportunities designed to raise aquifer awareness.  This report item will provide a discussion of proposed background data collection, monitoring technologies, and future land management practices for the proposed field observatory.  The objective of this report is to provide the committee with a better understanding of long-term goals designed to contribute to understanding, protecting, and managing the aquifer.

 

 

STRATEGIC PLAN REFERENCE:

 

This agenda item supports the EAA’s policy direction as set forth in the EAA 2016-20 Strategic Plan:  Goal E. Conduct Research that Enhances Understanding and Effective Management of the Aquifer.

 

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

 

None.