Habitat conservation planning: time to give conservationists and other concerned citizens a seat at the table

Article Abstract:

The use of habitat conservation plans (HCPs) has vastly increased from 14 plans in 1993 to more than 400 in mid-1997. This has prompted concern from some scientists and conservationists, who feel that a wide range of opinions must be consulted in ensuring the adequacy of safeguards for threatened species. Both Congress and the Clinton administration must draw rules for HCPs based on the principles of negotiation, fair representation, openness, and timeliness. Meanwhile, both policymakers and conservationists must devote their greater resources toward wider public participation in HCPs.

Practice, Environmentalists, Environmental activists

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Effective outside participation in the HCP process: lessons from watershed analysis

Article Abstract:

The ideal private habitat conservation plan may be achieved through a process that was developed by Washington state and is being implemented by private landowners in some Northwestern states. Called watershed analysis, the process is made up of two major parts, namely, assessment and prescription, where participation by independent scientists and the public is very high. Private landowners agree to outside participation in watershed analysis as there exists agreed-upon objectives, clearly defined roles and processes, separation of science and management, and adaptive management.

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The first hundred days of the 104th Congress: impacts on endangered species conservation

Article Abstract:

The 104th Congress led by newly-elected Republican leaders has failed to consider the implications of their actions on the environment. In its haste to meet the demands of the labor sector, Congress passed the Job Creation and Wage Enhancement Act without analyzing its impact on other existing legislations such as the Endangered Species Act. The result is a major restructuring of environmental laws, which pose both technical and financial difficulties to the government and a new tax burden to the public.

Evaluation, Political aspects, Wildlife conservation, United States. Congress

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