Surfrider has partnered with Oregon State University to develop a Framework for Addressing Social and Economic Issues in Marine Protected Area (MPA) Planning in Oregon. Project leader, Darci Connor of OSUs Marine Resource Management Program, interviewed numerous ocean stakeholders, scientists, and agency staff here in Oregon and reviewed case studies from other MPA planning efforts around the country. The resulting report provides recommendations for enhancing Oregons planning process with respect to: a) long-term vision and funding; b) socioeconomic assessments; c) public and stakeholder participation; d) data integration. The document has been distributed to members of the Ocean Policy Advisory Council (OPAC) to help support Oregons current Marine Reserve planning process. To read the recommendations section, see first post below.