United States Bureau of Land Management (BLM)

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A organizational summary by the ENVS 560/L Watershed Systems class at CSUMB.

This page is an introduction to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) with specific emphasis on the Central Coast of California.


Overview

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is a federal agency within the United States Department of the Interior. [1]

Mission

"To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations." [1] BLM is tasked with managing public lands for uses such as livestock grazing, recreation, timber harvesting. BLM strives to ensure natural, cultural, and historic resources are maintained for current and potential use. To carry out this mission, BLM manages public lands in the interest of maximizing opportunities for commercial, recreational, and conservation activities. This multi-use strategy promotes healthy and productive public lands that promote jobs in local communities while upholding traditional land uses. These uses may include responsible energy development, timber harvesting, grazing, and recreation such as hunting and fishing. [1]

Legal Status / Authority

BLM was formed in 1946 by President Harry S. Truman in the combination of two existing government agencies, the General Land Office and the Grazing Service. [1]

Governance

Organizational Structure

BLM's top executive on the national level is the Director. The Director is nominated by the President and confirmed by Congress. [2]

Central Coast Context

On the Monterey Peninsula, the BLM Central Coast Field Office manages the Fort Ord National Monument (FONM) near Salinas, California.

Example Work / Projects

Related Links

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Bureau of Land Management https://www.blm.gov/about
  2. Department of the Interior https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-welcomes-newest-members-leadership-team

Disclaimer

This page may contain student work completed as part of assigned coursework. It may not be accurate. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion or policy of CSUMB, its staff, or students.