This is the initial proposal for GoMOOS, created in April, 2000. As GoMOOS has moved from concept to reality it has evolved in some ways from the original proposal. GoMOOS will continue to evolve into an operational ocean observing system consistent with the ideas described in reports on ocean observing that can be found at NOPP and www.ocean.us.net.

A consortium of Maine research institutions, non-profit organizations, state agencies and commercial interests has developed plans for a Gulf of Maine Ocean Observing System (GoMOOS). The rationale for a regional coastal observing system has been extensively reviewed and documented in numerous regional and national workshops and reports, and is the product of a broad-based consensus of the ocean science community. Maine's plan to implement an ocean observing system in the Gulf of Maine was galvanized by its long coastline on the Gulf, its strong economic reliance on the marine environment (transportation, fishing, recreation, tourism), and the opportunity to improve the safety and efficiency of marine operations, manage fisheries, preserve and protect the Gulf ecosystem, mitigate natural hazards, protect the public health, and stimulate regional marine research. While Maine is taking the lead in this program's development, our vision is for a regional facility with broad access and participation by scientists, managers, and the public throughout New England and the Canadian Maritime Provinces.

Proposal to: Office of Naval Research
A PROPOSAL TO IMPLEMENT THE GULF OF MAINE OCEAN OBSERVING SYSTEM
April 18, 2000

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