NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory Milestone Reports

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), in keeping with the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA, Public Law 103-62), the NOAA Strategic Plan, and its related Five-Year Implementation Plan, establishes an Operating Plan each fiscal year. These are organized in terms of Objectives, Performance Measures (PM), and Milestones under each of the following major elements of the NOAA Strategic Plan:

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Strategic Planning has announced the completion of the NOAA Strategic Plan 2006-2011 [pdf] and the NOAA 5 year Research Plan. NOAA’s Research Plan promises major improvements in the agency’s capability to serve America and all Americans.

GLERL Milestone Reports are organized by fiscal year.

FY2007 | FY2006 | FY2005 | FY2004

VISION

An informed society that uses a comprehensive understanding of the role of the oceans, coasts, and atmosphere in the global ecosystem to make the best social and economic decisions

MISSION

To understand and predict changes in Earth's environment and conserve and manage coastal and marine resources to meet our nation's economic, social, and environmental needs

NOAA CORE VALUES

People, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Ingenuity

Science, Service, and Stewardship

NOAA Strategic Plan Goals 2006 - 2011

...a better world through environmental and ecological knowledge and stewardship...

To achieve its mission, NOAA’s focus through 2010 will be on four MISSION GOALS and a MISSION SUPPORT GOAL:

Protect, Restore, and Manage the Use of Coastal Resources Through an Ecosystem Approach to Management.
Understand Climate Variability and Change to Enhance Society's Ability to Plan and Respond.
Serve Society's Needs for Weather and Water Information.
Support the Nation's Commerce with Information for Safe, Efficient, and Environmentally Sound Transportation.
Provide Critical Support for NOAA's Mission.

Last updated: 2007-03-22 mbl