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Development of a natural resources planning and managemnt process
| Author: |
Hench, J.E.; Van Ness, K.; Gibbs, R. |
| Date: |
1987 |
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In: Adams, L.W.; Leedy, D.L., eds. Integrating Man and Nature in the Metropolitan Environment: National Symposium On Urban Wildlife: Urban Planning to Benefit Wildlife and People; 1986 November 4-7; Chevy Chase, MD. Columbia, MD: National Intsitute for |
| Abstract: |
The Montgomery County, Maryland, Department of Park's natural resource planning and management process is a valuable tool for the park system. It exemplifies Montgomery County Park's (MCP's) commitment to natural resources protection and conservation for present and future generations. As the conversion from rural to urban land-use continues, it will assure that some local natural and environmental educational resources are preserved. This paper describes our considerations and efforts in developing the process. In so doing, we have attempted to: (1) address the issue of species diversity from the community level as well as a species-by-species approach, (2) discuss relevant ecological issues, and 3) illustrate the utility of natural resources modeling in land-use planning. Our efforts were not directed at developing a system of natural areas, but rather at a planning and management process that is dependent upon, and in turn conserves, natural resources in Montgomery County parks. |
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