What does it all mean?

Now that the concerns, issues, ideas and constraints have been discussed, how does all of this come together? There are three basic questions we should ask. ? Can we improve natural resource management through monitoring? ? Will those that make the decisions listen? ? Will they use the generated data in their decision? I am going to relate to you what has happened in California over the last fifteen years. I believe it will point out that the answer to the three questions are a resounding yes, with some qualifications and some bumpy roads along the way.