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'. continued thlOugh the support coordination stage and completed with information delivery. The process acts as an accountability checkpoint, failure to meet agreed data collection and delivery standards is addressed immediately and corrective solutions are sought to avoid any delay in project completion. Permitting-Research projects supported by the GCMRC must hold all required permits in compliance with Federal, State, Tribal and Local Agencies in which project activities are conducted and accessed. Research activities conducted within Grand Canyon Natiunal Park and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area require National Park Service Research and Collecting Permits and Access Permits for all river launches, back country use, over flights, and media (filming) production. All permits acquired for GCMRC-supported projects are processed and submitted through the Research Coordination and Support Program. Copies of all approved pennits are kept on file in the Research Coordinator's Office. All Investigators, Permitees, and project cooperators are responsible for compliance with the regulations and restrictions of their Research and Collection Permit. All trip participants are expected to comply with all GCNP Commercial Operating Requirements while participating on research trips. All PI's and their designated Permitee are required to sign a Research Use AffidaviUNotice of Adverse Actions and Penalties Form which specifies potential penalties for violations of permit conditions. Failure on the part of investigators or their representatives to adhere to Park and Permit Regulations may result in withdrawal of their permit and other penalties. . Research and Collecting Permits-Researchers submit projectproposals and all other required information (guidelines available on NPS web site) to the GCMRC Research Coordinator. Proposals are distributed externally for review in accordance with the GCMRC Peer Review Guidelines and Protocols. Internal review is completed by Program Managers, support coordinators, and are submitted to the GCMRC Chief for final approval. Finalized permit infomlation is then submitted to the NPS for final review and approval. NPS Research and Collecting Permit applications require 90 days for processing. . Access Permits-Researchers holding approved R & C Permits submit a Trip Request Form to the Research Coordinator 60 days in advance of their planned research activity. This form includes request for logistical and support services and all infomlation required for an NPS access permit application. NPS Access Permit applications require 45 days for processing. GCMRC FY2006 Annual Work Plan (Draft, June 10,2005) 15 . .e .I .