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    • Develop a meaningful outreach, engagement and education process for stakeholders and the public.

    Water management is complicated, not only because of water's finite and variable nature, but also because water policy is dynamic and constantly evolving.  Continual demographic, and economic shifts, as well as changes in how society values water, will always bring new stakeholders in to contact with Montana's water processes.  Consistent and proactive water education and outreach activities are necessary to provide a foundation for the informed management of Montana's water resources now and into the future.

    Open, honest, consistent , and effective communication with decision-makers, stakeholders, and the public is essential to the success of the WRD's role in the management and the administration of Montana's waters.  External engagement and input are a precondition for sustainable, implementable, and lasting water resource policy decisions.  This dialogue builds trust, respect, ownership, and understanding among the diverse communities we serve.

    The Plan

    1. Develop a public stakeholder process with opportunities for candid input and collaborative development of recommendations to address the Key Challenges in the Comprehensive Water Review
    2. Develop a stakeholder outreach HUB to provide a central location for all materials related to the Review.
    3. Create a stakeholder Engagement Plan to guide outreach, engagement, and education strategies
    4. Establish a standing Stakeholder Advisory Committee to advise DNRC on policy decisions and to determine which policies should be formalized in administrative rule.