Accountability Report: Fiscal Year 2018-2019South Carolina Department of Natural ResourcesSCDNR_40d9ad82-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae4Alvin A. TaylorDirectorNorman F. PulliamDNR Board ChairmanWe accomplish our mission based upon an agenda that encompasses our values_40d9ae4a-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae4To serve as the principal advocate for, and steward of, South Carolina’s natural resources._40d9aed6-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae4TeamworkThe Agency will accomplish its mission and achieve its vision through goal-focused, cooperative efforts that rely on effective internal and external communication and partneringIntegrityThe Agency will lead by example, ensuring that its standards are high, and its actions are fair, accountable, and above reproachDedicationThe Agency will maintain a steadfast commitment to the state’s natural resources and its missionExcellenceThe Agency will always do its best, and continuously strive to improve its processes, activities, policies, operations, and productsServiceThe Agency will provide quality service that meets the needs and exceeds the expectations of the public and its employeesProgramsDevelop and Implement programs that study, manage and conserve the State’s Land and Water Resources through planning, research, technical assistance, public education and the development of a comprehensive natural resources database._40d9af9e-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae41InformationProvide reliable, science-based information to decision makers and the public on Water Resource and Aquatic Plant Management; Earth Science, Climate, and Flood Mitigation research and activities; Land, Soil and River Conservation; as well as review of proposed environmental impacts as published in the regulatory arena._40d9b020-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae41.1Decision MakersThe PublicCultural & Other ResourcesHeritage Trust Cultural Resources/Habitat Protection monitors and protects cultural and other resources throughout the state on Heritage Trust properties, and provides culturally related recreational/educational opportunities._40d9b098-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae41.2Conservation & ProtectionConserve and protect the state's natural resources for social, economic, recreational, and commercial benefit while providing maximum human utilization through: (1) the development of public support through outreach, education, and safety programs; (2) the preservation of the peace and protection of human lives and property; and (3) the enforcement of the state's criminal laws through the detection, apprehension, and prosecution of persons who violate those laws. _40d9b11a-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae42Safety & EnforcementProvide for a safe hunting, fishing, and boating environment through outreach, protection of lives and property, and enforcement of the state's criminal codes._40d9b192-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae42.1Safety, Integrity & SecurityMaintaining Safety, Integrity and Security_40d9b214-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae43Marine SpeciesConduct research on Marine Species_40d9b30e-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae43.1ManagementManage the Harvest of Marine Resources_40d9b390-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae43.2FisheriesEnhance Marine Fisheries Stocks_40d9b412-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae43.3EducationEducate the general public to assist in protecting and sustaining marine resources through knowledge and personal actions. _40d9b49e-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae43.4Research, Monitoring, Stewardship & OutreachProvide operational support for MRD research, monitoring, stewardship, and outreach efforts_40d9b52a-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae43.5Wildlife & HabitatsMonitor and protect wildlife species and inland aquatic species and their habitats throughout the state and provide recreational hunting and fishing activities to the public. _40d9b5ac-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae44ConservationConserve freshwater fish and wildlife species in South Carolina_40d9b638-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae44.1FishProduce freshwater fish and stock in public waters_40d9b6ba-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae44.2FishingAdministration of hunting and freshwater fishing opportunities_40d9b746-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae44.3AnglersProcessesTo continuously evaluate and improve administrative and business processes, efficiency, effectiveness, and internal/external service delivery with a focus on transparency, communications, accountability, and the integration of new technologies._40d9b912-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae45BoatsIncrease access for DNR's boating customers to receive titling and registration services._40d9b9d0-fe90-11e8-8c51-1a1191c09ae45.1Boaters2018-07-012019-06-302018-12-13OwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net