Sideboards (abbreviated)

Using Non-prescriptive Language  - Generally using “should” not “must” language. 

Creating Adaptive Plans (actions, tools, language, etc) - Maintaining flexibility in action language and timing recognizing funding, input, acute issues, new research, and other issues may shift specific needs/timing.

Substantive Changes Are Made During Subsequent Cyclical Updates  - Noting that data, analyses, methods and research will not be evaluated as a part of the final draft Water Plan but can be discussed in future updates processes (e.g. Technical Update). 

Tracking Progress Through Actions  - Noting that partner actions are tracked through projects, Agency Actions are tracked by completion and trends are analyzed during Technical Updates.

Working Within CWCB’s Specific Authority  - Noting that CWCB has specific duties given by the legislature, that the CWCB cannot direct other agencies and that the authority to change statute or funding resides with the legislature. 

Striving for Brevity and Readability  - Making only minor edits that keep the document short and accessible rather than adding significant text or jargon.

Finding Creative Solutions Within Colorado Water Law - Affirming CWCB is working within the bounds of prior appropriation recognizing the need for flexibility within the legal framework.

Acknowledging Local Control Drives Implementation  -Recognizing water projects and policy are often driven at local scales. The Water Plan supports them but needs local stakeholders to advance the Water Plan as CWCB does not build projects and has no regulatory authority to enforce locally.

Advancing Continuous Improvement through Iterative Engagement  - The CWCB is constantly working with stakeholders, taking in input and evaluating new tools/research and will continue to do so even as specific details or contentious items may not be addressed in the plan - it does not mean they are not supported if they conform with the Water Plan’s values and visions.