DEFINING PROBLEMS AND ISSUES
DEFINING PROBLEMS AND ISSUES
(Situation Analysis Template)
(adapted from Ohio State University).
When attempting to create a statement that comprehensively captures a problem or issue within your watershed, you should try framing the problem in terms of its:
1. Biophysical/ecological considerations
2. Socio-economic considerations
3. Policy and institutional considerations
Prior to this point, you will have been involved in meeting with stakeholders in the watershed, getting citizen input, working on a strategic plan for your organization, and carrying out an inventory of the watershed. You should have a good idea of what the problems and issues are in the watershed at this time. Now is the time to work with your stakeholders to consider the three main areas below that impact the problem or issue. Once you have accomplished these tasks, then you have the information for creating a problem statement you can use in planning to develop goals and objectives for your watershed.
Biophysical / Ecological Considerations (p. 2)
1. Define the planning and management area
2. Identify key indicators & describe their current status & future
trends
3. Identify issues – differentiate between short term vs. long
term
4. Identify risks & uncertainties
Socio-Economic Considerations (p. 3)
1. Describe the key linkages with local economic activity and
social values
2. Identify key indicators & describe their current status & future
trends
3. Identify issues – differentiate between short term vs. long
term
4. Identify risks & uncertainties
Policy & Institutional Considerations (p. 4)
1. Define the existing policy/regulatory framework (policies,
regulations, standards)
2. Identify the institutions / jurisdictions involved:
a. authority & mandate
b. roles & responsibilities
c. specific programs and initiatives (including stated goals)
d. decision making mechanisms (including public
consultation requirements)
3. Describe availability of resources (staff, budget, information,
models, etc.)
USE PAGE FIVE TO WRITE YOUR PROBLEM STATEMENT.
Biophysical / Ecological Considerations
Socio-Economic Considerations
Policy & Institutional Considerations
PROBLEM OR ISSUE STATEMENT:
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