ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES BUREAU
Under Natural Resources Police Force, renamed Support Services Bureau in April 2003.
ADVOCACY TEAM
Disbanded in fall 1999.
APPEALS DIVISION
Under Board of Appeals, reorganized as Lower Appeals Division in Oct. 1999.
APPLICATION SERVICE
Under Information Technology and Licensing, functions dispersed to Applications and Web Services, and to License Systems in May 2006.
ASSET MANAGEMENT
Under Land and Water Conservation, functions transferred to Office of Development under Office of Secretary in March 2006.
BLACK BEAR TASK FORCE
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources:
In January 2002, the Secretary of Natural Resources convened the Black Bear Task Force. The Task Force was to develop a new Black Bear Management Plan for Maryland. In February 2003, the Task Force completed its work.
BLACKWATER RESORT COMMUNITIES PANEL
Under the Critical Area Commission for the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays, the Panel began meeting in June 2006 to consider amendments to the local critical area plan proposed for building the Blackwater Resort Communities in Dorchester County. The Panel submitted its findings to the Commission on Oct. 4, 2006.
CAPITAL GRANTS & LOANS
CAPITAL GRANTS & LOANS ADMINISTRATION
CHESAPEAKE & COASTAL WATERSHED SERVICE
CHESAPEAKE BAY & WATERSHED PROGRAMS
CHESAPEAKE BAY CRITICAL AREA COMMISSION
CHESAPEAKE BAY POLICY COORDINATION
CHESAPEAKE BAY PROGRAM DIVISION
CHESAPEAKE BAY PROGRAMS
CHESAPEAKE FOREST CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources: Peter Alexander; Russell B. Brinsfield; Natalie Chabot; Annette Cottman; Sandy Coyman; Cecelia G. Dennis; Steven C. Goss; Jan Graham; Skip Jones; Ellen M. Lawler, Ph.D.; Jeffrey Leitner; Lori Lilly; J. Lowell Stoltzfus; Keith Underwood.
In May 2002, the Secretary of Natural Resources formed the Chesapeake Forest Citizens Advisory Committee. The Committee assisted the Department in developing a long-term management plan for the Chesapeake Forest Lands. Acquired by the State in 1999, these lands consist of more than 58,000 acres in five lower Eastern Shore counties, previously owned and harvested by the Chesapeake Forest Products Company. For the Chesapeake Forest Lands, the Committee served as a public forum and reviewed forest management plans.
Committee members represented government and elected officials, business, landowners, environmentalists, sportsmen, and those interested in the recreational potential of the land. The Committee last met in January 2005.
COASTAL & ESTUARINE GEOLOGY PROJECT
COASTAL BAYS AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT WORK GROUP
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources: David Barnes; Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio; Budd Heim; James Matthias, Jr.; Jim Perdue; Kathlyn B. Phillips; Rick Savage; Virgil L. Shockley; Donald W. Webster; David Wilson.
In May 2008, the Secretary of Natural Resources convened the Coastal Bays Aquaculture Development Work Group. The Work Group was to develop recommendations concerning the potential for aquaculture in Maryland's coastal bays. It was to identify obstacles to aquaculture operations in the coastal bays; examine the economic benefits of aquaculture business; and formulate strategies to minimize conflict among users of the coastal bays.
The Work Group discussed many options for aquaculture. It last met in October 2008.
COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Five programs comprised the Division: Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve System - Maryland; Coastal Bays National Estuary; Coastal Zone Management; NonPoint Source; and Program Coordination.
CONSERVATION & LAND MANAGEMENT
CONSERVATION EDUCATION
COUNCIL ON ECOSYSTEM PLANNING & EVALUATION
COUNCIL ON QUALITY & ORGANIZATIONAL INNOVATION
DEVELOPMENT & FEDERAL RELATIONS
EARTH SCIENCE INFORMATION CENTER
EDUCATION, BAY POLICY, & GROWTH MANAGEMENT
ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
ENTERPRISE SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
Growth Management Program. This program was started in 1992 to coordinate Department responsibilities under the Economic Growth, Resource Protection and Planning Act (Chapter 437, Acts of 1992). The Program helped public and private entities plan for and manage the adverse environmental effects of land development, population growth, and economic expansion.
As State government agencies acquired land and undertook capital projects, the Program helped them develop and implement guidelines to protect environmentally sensitive areas. For local governments, the Program provided technical, educational and financial aid to prepare comprehensive plans and development ordinances.
Resource Economics Program. Created in 1995, the Program applied economic principles to Chesapeake Bay restoration and protection programs. These principles included risk assessment, cost and benefits analysis, resource valuation, and regional impact evaluations. By demonstrating to business and developers the financial benefits of sustaining the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem, the Program induced voluntary participation rather than regulatory control to change business practices that harm the Bay.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY & MINERAL RESOURCES PROJECT
FOREST ADVISORY COMMISSION
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Natural Resources:
Formerly the Forest and Park Advisory Commission, the Forest Advisory Commission was created in 1988 (Chapter 178, Acts of 1988). The Commission's nine members were appointed by the Governor with the advice of the Secretary of Natural Resources (Code Natural Resources Article, sec. 5-204). The Commission last met on Oct. 25, 1999.
FOREST, WILDLIFE & HERITAGE SERVICE
FOREST ECOSYSTEMS PLANNING & ANALYSIS
FOREST MARKETING & UTILIZATION
FOREST STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM
FORESTS, PARKS, FISH & WILDLIFE
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SERVICES DIVISION
GROWTH & RESOURCE CONSERVATION
INFORMATION SERVICES
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & LICENSING
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICE
LAND & WATER CONSERVATION
LAND & WATER CONSERVATION SERVICE
LANDSCAPE & WATERSHED ANALYSIS DIVISION
The Division identified sources of nonpoint pollution throughout the State as a key element of Maryland's restoration of Chesapeake Bay. The Division also evaluated efforts at and defined options for cost-effective control of nonpoint source pollution.
To protect Chesapeake Bay and its watersheds, the Landscape and Watershed Analysis Division provided technical and analytical expertise to agencies and organizations concerned with watershed management and resource protection. Through research and technical analysis, the Division evaluated water quality statewide, focusing on trends that affect Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. The Division also coordinated its work with other State agencies, neighboring states, and the federal government.
The Division worked through three programs: Landscape Analysis; Management Studies; and Watershed Analysis.
LEGISLATION, REGULATION, & OUTREACH
LICENSE SYSTEMS PROGRAM OFFICE
MANAGEMENT ANALYSIS & AUDITING
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SERVICE
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
MARICULTURE, ESTUARINE & MARINE HATCHERIES DIVISION
MARYLAND GREENPRINT PROGRAM
MARYLAND MUTE SWAN TASK FORCE
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources:
Carol Jane Baker; Eirik A. Blom; Glenn Carowan; Bob Ferris; Susan Hagood; Handel Hutchinson; Donna L. Judge; E. Joseph Lamp, Ph.D.; Kent Mountford, Ph.D.; Roger E. Olson, D.V.M.; Matthew C. Perry, Ph.D.; Michael H. Weir; Phillip R. Wills III.
Ex officio: Migratory Waterfowl Advisory Committee
At the request of the Governor, the Secretary of Natural Resources with the Migratory Waterfowl Advisory Committee formed the Maryland Mute Swan Task Force in late 1998. In its final report of Jan. 2001, the Task Force recommended ways of managing mute swans (an exotic, non-native species in Maryland). The burgeoning mute swan population may damage submerged aquatic vegetation and compete for habitat with threatened species of native water birds.
MARYLAND OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION COORDINATING COUNCIL
MARYLAND SNAKEHEAD FISH SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY PANEL
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources:
The Secretary of Natural Resources convened the Maryland Snakehead Fish Scientific Advisory Panel in July 2002 to advise on options for eliminating the northern snakehead in Maryland. The fish, a non-native invasive species, was found in a pond in Crofton, Anne Arundel County, in May 2002. Its predatory habits made it a threat to native fish species.
In July 2002, the Panel reported to the Secretary. The Panel assessed what risk the northern snakehead fish posed to Maryland species; evaluated (for probability of success and environmental impact) options for eradicating the fish from the Crofton pond; and recommended what action the Department should take. To prevent the introduction of other potentially invasive non-native species into Maryland waters, the Panel also evaluated policy and regulatory options and made recommendations for legislation by September 1, 2002. While the Department implemented its control strategies for the northern snakehead fish, the Panel remained available for further advice.
On August 18, 2002, State wildlife biologists began applying herbicides to eradicate the northern snakeheads in the Crofton ponds. Then rotenone was used, followed by electroshock treatment, and a neutralizing agent. By September 17, 2002, all snakeheads were believed to be dead, but the Department plans further monitoring.
MIGRATORY WATERFOWL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MUTE SWAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Mute Swan Advisory Committee was convened by the Secretary of Natural Resources in February 2009 to provide guidance to the Department in updating its mute swan management plan. Since implementation of that plan in 2003, the population of non-native mute swans has declined significantly. The Committee advised on an appropriate management strategy for long-term protection of the Chesapeake Bay.
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING
OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES
OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT DIVISION
POLICY & FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
POLICY COORDINATION
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE
PUBLIC LANDS
PUBLIC LANDS POLICY & PLANNING
REGIONAL CHESAPEAKE BAY PROGRAM
REGIONAL IMPLEMENTATION TEAMS
RESEARCH VESSEL DISCOVERY
RESOURCE CONSERVATION
Resource Conservation was responsible for five agencies: the Fisheries Service; the Forest Service; the Maryland Park Service; the Natural Resources Police Force; and the Wildlife and Heritage Service.
Disbanded in May 2007; functions dispersed between Aquatic Resources and Land Resources.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICE
RESOURCE PLANNING
SHORE EROSION CONTROL
SMART GROWTH & NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION
SPECIAL OPERATIONS DIVISION
TASK FORCE ON NON-LETHAL WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
Steven J. Kastoroom, Chair (chosen by Task Force)
Appointed by Senate President: one vacancy
Appointed by House Speaker: Sharon M. Grosfeld
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources: Lowell W. Adams, Ph.D.; Theresa Chonoski; Cindy P. Driscoll, D.V.M.; Martha E. Gagnon, Ph.D.; Rob Gibbs; Scott Healey; Steven J. Kastoroom; Jonathan S. Kays; Timothy Lambert; Michael Markarian; Pat McElroy; Marvin Tenberg; Gerald W. Winegrad.
Ex officio: Carolyn V. Watson, designee of Secretary of Natural Resources
The Task Force on Non-Lethal Wildlife Management was formed by the Department of Natural Resources in November 2000. The Task Force studied scientific research that documents the effectiveness of wildlife management techniques used by wildlife agencies. It assessed Maryland's wildlife management policies and the causes of conflict between the State's humans and wildlife, particularly deer, bear, beaver, Canadian geese, and mute swans. The Task Force made recommendations on how to fund and implement non-lethal wildlife management initiatives.
On January 18, 2002, the Task Force reported to the Governor and General Assembly.
TECHNICAL & CUSTOMER SUPPORT SERVICES
TECHNICAL & PLANNING SERVICES DIVISION
The Waterway and Greenways Division derived from the Planning and Policy Program formed within the Boating Administration in 1988. It became the Waterway Resources Division under the Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed Service in November 1995, and was named the Waterway and Greenway Division in October 1999 when Greenways Commission support was added to its functions. For the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, the Division developed waterway management plans that allowed for multiple uses while protecting natural resources. The Division administered a marine sewage pumpout program, a petroleum control program, and the State's initiative to provide public access to waterways. The Division had two sections: Clean Waterway Practices, and Waterway Analysis. In September 2003, the Waterway and Greenway Division, and the Watershed Restoration Division reformed as the Technical and Planning Services Division.
Watershed management plans and projects to maintain water quality and wildlife habitats were devised by the Technical and Planning Services Division. Through technical assistance, the Division helped local governments and interested persons assess stream systems and implement watershed restoration plans and projects. The effects of these plans and projects were evaluated by the Division to ensure that environmentally beneficial and cost-effective practices are used.
Three programs came under the Division: Riparian and Wetland Restoration; Watershed Assessment and Targeting; and Watershed Evaluation.
TRAINING DIVISION
WATERSHED INFORMATION SERVICES DIVISION
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT & ANALYSIS DIVISION
WATERSHED RESTORATION DIVISION
WATERSHED SERVICES
WATERSHED STEWARDSHIP
WATERWAY & GREENWAYS DIVISION
WATERWAY IMPROVEMENT
WATERWAY RESOURCES DIVISION
WILDLIFE & HERITAGE DIVISION
WYE OAK INTERAGENCY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Chair: J. Charles Fox, Secretary of Natural Resources
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources: Mimi Calver; Theresa M. Colvin; Suzanne du Pont; Joseph P. Gill; Alexis Grant; Michael Grant; Carol Holko; Stark McLaughlin; David Reinecke; Steven Rogers; Renee Samuels; Thomas Schanno; Sushant Sidh; Mark R. Spencer; Lou Trescott; Carolyn V. Watson.
On June 6, 2002, the historic Wye Oak in Wye Oak State Park was felled by a storm. Efforts began immediately to salvage material from the tree, estimated to be 460 years old and the largest white oak in the country. At the request of the Governor, the Secretary of Natural Resources convened the Wye Oak Interagency Advisory Committee. The Committee met from June to December 2002 to review suggestions from the public and formulate a plan on how to use the salvaged materials to memorialize the Wye Oak.
Staff: Robert A. Beyer (410) 260-8535
Thomas Mathews, Chair (chosen by Task Force)
Ronald Barry, Ph.D.; George Falter; Brad Frantz; Gary E. Fratz; Jessica Fritz; Peggy Gosnell; John Hadidian; Brooks Hamilton; Michael Markarian; Nancy Railey; Thomas Rooney; Jerry Zembower.
Staff: Mary R. Owens (410) 260-3480; e-mail: mowens@dnr.state.md.us
Under Land Resources, combined with Public Lands Policy and Planning to form Land Acquisition and Planning in Aug. 2007.
With components from Public Lands, restructured as Land and Water Conservation in Aug. 2003.
Under Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Programs, combined with Education, Bay Policy, and Growth Management to form Watershed Services in Aug. 2003.
Reformed as Chesapeake Bay Programs in Aug. 2003.
Renamed Critical Area Commission for the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays, effective June 1, 2002 (Chapter 433, Acts of 2002).
In Sept. 2003, functions absorbed by Chesapeake Bay Program Division.
Under Watershed Services, functions dispersed to Chesapeake and Coastal Programs and Community, and Local Government Services in May 2007.
In May 2007, restructured as Aquatic Resources.
Staff: John F. Wilson (410) 260-8412; e-mail: jfwilson@dnr.state.md.us
Under Maryland Geological Survey, combined with Environmental Geology and Mineral Resources Project to form Coastal and Environmental Geology Project in Sept. 2007.
Michael P. Luisi, Coordinator (410) 260-8341; e-mail: mluisi@dnr.state.md.us
web: www.dnr.state.md.us/fisheries/coastal/mtgs/aquaculture/aquaculturewg.html
Origins of the Coastal Zone Management Division stem from the Coastal Zone Management Program which began in 1973 when the Governor designated the Department of Natural Resources to receive and administer federal grants pursuant to the federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. The Program was assigned first to the Water Resources Administration and, by 1977, transferred to the Energy and Coastal Zone Administration. By Executive Order in 1978, the Governor declared the Coastal Zone Management Program to be State policy for activities in Maryland coastal areas. In 1979, the Program became part of the Tidewater Administration (Chapter 601, Acts of 1979). Within the Administration, the Program was overseen by the Coastal Resources Division, which merged with the Watershed and Growth Management Division to form the Coastal and Watershed Resources Division in 1992. In 1995, the Program was placed under the Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed Service and renamed Coastal Zone Managment Division. In September 2003, it became part of Watershed Services.
Reorganized as Land and Water Conservation in Feb. 2006.
In Sept. 2003, became part of Watershed Stewardship under Chesapeake Bay Program Division.
Disbanded in Sept. 1999.
Disbanded in fall 1999.
Established in May 2006; abolished in May 2007.
Formed in 1982 as Maryland's affiliate of the Earth Science Information Center Program of the U.S. Geological Survey, the Earth Science Information Center developed and made available Maryland geologic information. In March 2005, it was phased out.
Under Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Programs, combined with Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed Service to form Watershed Services in Aug. 2003.
Under Property Management and Enterprise Development, reorganized as Asset Management in July 2005.
Under Information Technology and Licensing, functions transferred to Applications and Web Services, and Information Technology Infrastructure Services in May 2006.
Environmental Design began in 1997 when the Growth Management Program merged with the Resource Economics Program to create Growth and Resource Conservation under Education, Bay Policy, and Growth Management. In October 2002, Growth and Resource Conservation reformed as Environmental Design.
Under Maryland Geological Survey, combined with Coastal and Estuarine Geology Project to form Coastal and Environmental Geology Project in Sept. 2007.
Staff: Pamela P. Cressman (410) 260-8515
John E. Brodie, Chair (chosen by Commission)
John M. Forman; Margaret S. Mallino; Elner W. Prater; Gene M. Ransom III, Esq.; Susan Kay Reinhart; Laurence Sharpe; Margaret P. Wright; one vacancy.
Under Resource Management Service, functions divided in Oct. 2001. Two separate units formed as Forest Service, and Wildlife and Heritage Service.
Under Forest Service.
Under Forest Service, combined with Forest Stewardship Program to form Forest Stewardship and Utilization in July 2008.
Under Forest Service, combined with Forest Marketing and Utilization to form Forest Stewardship and Utilization in July 2008.
Reorganized as Resource Conservation in Feb. 2006.
Under Watershed Services, renamed Watershed Information Services in Sept. 2003.
Under Education, Bay Policy, and Growth Management, renamed Environmental Design in Oct. 2002.
Under Administration, its functions moved in 1997 to Information Technology within Office of Secretary.
In May 2007, the two functions again became separate units.
In Feb. 2006, reorganized as Information Technology and Licensing.
In Aug. 2004, restructured as Property Management and Enterprise Activities.
In July 2000, reorganized as Capital Grants and Loans Administration with certain functions retained by Public Lands.
Functions of the Landscape and Watershed Analysis Division began with Coastal and Watershed Resources under the Tidewater Administration. Within the Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed Service, the Watershed Management and Analysis Division formed in 1995. As the Landscape and Watershed Analysis Division, it became part of Watershed Services in September 2003.
Under Fisheries Service, renamed Policy and Fisheries Development Division in July 2000.
Under Information Technology, renamed Licensing and Registration Technology Solutions in Nov. 2007.
Under Management Service, reorganized in Oct. 2001 as Audit Management and Review.
Under Administration, its functions moved to Information Technology Service within Office of Secretary in 1997. Renamed Information Technology Application Service Dec. 1, 2000.
In May 2007, restructured as Mission Support.
Under Fisheries Service, reorganized as Estuarine and Marine Fisheries Division in April 2004.
Created in July 2001, the Maryland GreenPrint Program's purpose was to create a statewide green infrastructure network by acquiring property and easements complementary to existing programs, such as Program Open Space, the Rural Legacy Program, and the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Program. Authorization expired June 30, 2006 (Chapter 570, Acts of 2001).
Edith Thompson, Facilitator (410) 260-8555
Larry J. Hindman, Technical Advisor (410) 827-8612
Reconstituted as State Workforce Information Committee in 1999.
Staff: Robert S. (Steve) Early (410) 260-8267
Donald F. Boesch, Ph.D., Chair
Walter R. Courtenay, Jr., Ph.D.; Mary Fischbach; John Galvez, Ph.D.; William J. Goldsborough; James W. Gracie; Robert Hilderbrand, Ph.D.; Paul T. Jacobson, Ph.D.; Andrew M. Lazur, Ph.D.; Catherine Martin; Carys L. Mitchelmore, Ph.D.; David H. Secor, Ph.D.; Paul Shafland; Robert S. Summers, Ph.D.
Renamed Migratory Game Bird Advisory Committee effective Aug. 1, 2002 (Chapter 177, Acts of 2002).
Appointed by Secretary of Natural Resources:
Jonathan A. McKnight, Chair
Christopher D. Dollar; John W. Grandy, Ph.D.; J. Christopher Haney, Ph.D.; W. Ladd Johnson; Lee Karrh; E. Joseph Lamp, Ph.D.; Kirk Mantay; Larry McGowan; Kent Mountford, Ph.D.; Matthew C. Perry, Ph.D.; Gerald W. Winegrad.
Renamed Office of Communications in Aug. 2007.
Under Office of Secretary, restructured as Development and Federal Relations in May 2006.
Under Natural Resources Police Force, reorganized as Office of Administrative Services in April 2003.
Under Office of Secretary, renamed Office for a Sustainable Future in Oct. 2007.
Under Watershed Management, restructured as Administration and Support in July 2007.
Under Fisheries Service, reorganized as Policy and Regulatory Division in April 2004.
The position of Assistant Secretary for Policy Coordination ended in 1998.
Renamed Office of Communications and Marketing in Aug. 2003.
Disbanded in Aug. 2003; units dispersed to Forests, Parks, Fish and Wildlife; Land and Water Conservation; and Management Services.
Under Land Resources, combined with Capital Grants and Loans to form Land Acquisition and Planning in Aug. 2007.
In Sept. 2003, functions transferred to Subcommittee Coordination under Chesapeake Bay Program Division.
Under Office of Secretary, last met in 2000.
Renamed Research Vessel Kerhin on Aug. 24, 1999, in memory of Randall T. Kerhin, a former geologist with the Maryland Geological Survey.
Forests, Parks, Fish and Wildlife organized in 1992 as Resource Management and reformed as the Resource Management Service in 1995. It became Forests, Parks, Fish and Wildlife in Aug. 2003, and reorganized as Resource Conservation in Feb. 2006.
Under Fisheries Service, most functions transferred to Inland Fisheries Management Division in reorganization of April 2004.
Reorganized in Aug. 2003 as Forests, Parks, Fish, and Wildlife.
Under Land and Water Conservation, reorganized as Public Lands Planning and Policy in March 2006.
Under Conservation and Land Management, function merged into Engineering and Construction on July 1, 2005.
On July 1, 2001, moved to Office of Smart Growth.
Under Natural Resources Police Force, reorganized as Investigations and Special Services Division in April 2003.
Staff: Mary Goldie (410) 260-8546
Under Information Technology and Licensing, restructured as Information Technology Infrastructure Services in May 2006.
The Technical and Planning Services Division started with the Waterway and Greenway Division, and the Watershed Restoration Division within the Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed Service of Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Programs.
Under Natural Resources Police Force, renamed Training and In-Service Program in April 2003.
Under Watershed Services, renamed Natural Resources Information Services in July 2007.
Under Watershed Services, restructured as Landscape and Watershed Analysis Division in Sept. 2003.
Under Watershed Services, functions dispersed to Landscape and Watershed Analysis Division, and Technical and Planning Services Division in Sept. 2003.
Under Aquatic Resources, restructured as Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed Services in July 2007.
Under Chesapeake Bay Program Division of Watershed Services, reorganized as Conservation Education in May 2007.
Under Watershed Services, functions incorporated into Technical and Planning Services Division in Sept. 2003.
Under Boating Services, Waterway Inprovement administered State and local grants and loans for dredging, boat ramps, marine facility development, and other projects that improve State waterways for the boating public. In May 2007, those responsibilities transferred to Boating Facility and Access Planning.
Under Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed Service, renamed Waterway and Greenways Division in Oct. 1999.
Under Forest, Wildlife and Heritage Service, restructured as Wildlife and Heritage Service in Oct. 2001.
Staff: (410) 260-8113
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