Ohio Coastal Management Program
Office of Coastal Management
 The Office of Coastal Management is the lead agency in a cooperative effort by state agencies, political subdivisions and local groups to manage Ohio's Lake Erie coastal resources, monitor activities that affect the resources, and foster the resources’ sustainable use for the benefit of all citizens.
The mission of the Office of Coastal Management is to "Achieve a balance between use and preservation of Lake Erie's coastal resources, in collaboration with our partners, by effectively administering the Ohio Coastal Management Program." To help achieve this mission, the Coastal Office administers the Ohio Coastal Management Program.
The ODNR created the Office of Coastal Management in 2002 as the first step in a reorganization effort designed to better serve Ohioans' coastal needs. Prior to this time, the Office of Coastal Management’s role was carried out by various ODNR divisions. However, knowing the importance of Lake Erie to the economic, aesthetic, cultural and natural well-being of Ohio residents, ODNR felt it would be best to have coastal issues coordinated through one office.
The Office of Coastal Management, located on Sandusky’s waterfront, is the only ODNR entity to be headquartered outside of Columbus.
Core Responsibilities
- Administration of the Ohio Coastal Management Program.
- Provide Coastal Resources Management education and outreach.
- Foster relationships with partners and stakeholders.
- Implement an Effective Coastal Regulatory Program for which it has direct authorities.
- Coordinate with state, federal and local entities to promote the effective management of Ohio’s Coastal Resources.
- Protect and Restore Coastal Resources.
- Administer various grants including Coastal Management Assistance Grants, Core Discretionary grants, Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation Program grants and annual NOAA grants to the Ohio Coastal Management Program.
- Provide support to the Ohio Coastal Resources Advisory Council.
Guiding Principles and Values
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Coastal Resource Stewardship
- Our actions serve to protect Ohio’s historical, cultural, economic and natural resources heritage.
- Our decisions are based on sound science, the law and ethical standards.
- We value environmental awareness and education for inspiring Ohioans to embrace a conservation ethic.
- Our office’s actions will empower individuals, communities, businesses and others to further their efforts toward sustainable stewardship of Ohio’s historical, cultural, economic and natural resources.
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Customer Service
- We are committed to the delivery of quality services, resource information and technical assistance.
- Public participation is essential to the development and ongoing improvement of departmental programs.
- We are committed to creating a safe, healthy and rewarding experience for all who use and enjoy Ohio’s coastal resources.
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Performance Excellence
- We value our human resources and help them to achieve the most in their professions by encouraging skill development, building diversity and embracing institutional knowledge.
- We foster a culture that practices continuous improvement throughout the workplace.
- We take advantage of emerging technology to enhance our productivity and the quality of our services.
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