Cover • Table of Contents • Executive Summary Background & Goals • SIMoN • References • Figures • Table

Executive Summary I. Background and General Goals A. Ecosystem Monitoring B. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary C. Rationale, Objectives and Methods II. Sanctuary Integrated Monitoring Network (SIMoN) A. Primary Goals B. Priority Areas of Need 1. Overarching Programs a. Basic surveys and long-term monitoring b. Historic data 2. Specific Focus Programs a. Anthropogenic inputs b. Fishing and other consumptive activities c. Effectiveness of protected areas d. Coastal erosion e. Estuary and wetland modification f. Non-consumptive physical human disturbances 3. Rapid Response Programs a. Unforeseen extraordinary changes C. Data management and Information Dissemination D. Administration and Program Management E. Funding Strategy F. Conclusions III. References

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