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NOAA Office for Coastal Management (OCM) is an organization within National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that provides the technology, information, and management strategies used by local, state, and national organizations to address complex coastal issues.

Official Site

Mission

The mission of NOAA's Office for Coastal Management is to work with partners to foster resilient coastal communities, promote sustainable economic development, and protect and restore the nation's coastal and ocean resources. This involves providing data, tools, training, and funding to help manage complex coastal issues effectively.[1]

Parent organization

The NOAA Office for Coastal Management is part of the National Ocean Service within the NOAA.[2]

Legislation

The Office for Coastal Management was authorized by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972.[3]

Number of employees

The exact number of employees is not publicly specified, but NOAA as a whole has around 12,000 employees.[4]

Organization structure

The Office for Coastal Management is structured into several key divisions:

  • Information Technology Division is responsible for providing a full range of IT products and data management services, ensuring compliance with federal IT policies.
  • Application and Data Services Program focuses on software design, web development, and data management support.
  • Learning Product Development Program develops educational materials to promote action and decision-making in coastal management.
  • Engagement, Training, and Education Program facilitates connections among coastal practitioners for sharing and learning.
  • Planning and Performance Management Program handles strategic planning, budget preparation, and performance evaluations.
  • Policy Program develops coastal policy and represents OCM in national committees.
  • Communications Program manages public affairs and internal communications.[5]

List of programs

Last total enacted budget

The last total enacted budget for OCM is not publicly available in specific figures. However, NOAA's fiscal year budget often includes allocations for coastal management.[7]

Leader

The leader of the organization holds the title of Director.[8]

Services provided

The Office for Coastal Management provides a variety of services including grants for habitat protection and flood reduction, fellowships to develop future coastal leaders, and the distribution of data and tools through platforms like Digital Coast. They support coastal management decisions with scientific research, technical assistance, and educational programs.[9]

Regulations overseen

OCM oversees regulations related to the management of coastal zones, including enforcement of the Coastal Zone Management Act's policies. This includes ensuring federal actions are consistent with state coastal management programs, managing nonpoint source pollution, and facilitating the Coastal Zone Enhancement Program.[10]

Headquarters address

2234 South Hobson Ave, Charleston, SC 29405-2413[11]

Website

https://coast.noaa.gov/

Wikipedia article

wikipedia:NOAA Office for Coastal Management

References

  1. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/
  2. ↑ https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/
  3. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/czm/
  4. ↑ https://www.noaa.gov/
  5. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/organization/
  6. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/
  7. ↑ https://www.noaa.gov/
  8. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/
  9. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/
  10. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/czm/
  11. ↑ https://coast.noaa.gov/ouroffice/
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