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SUMMARY OF COLORADO RIVER WORKSHOP v I discussed these ideas in a general session challenging and supporting the authors on . a variety of topics. Many fell that there was no need to revisit the 1922 compact. OtherS pointed out the changes, i.e., water marketing, that are underway within Ihe basin ~re examples of the flexibility of the current system, But many embraced the idea ~f a more regional approach and the inclusion of more stakeholders in the proceSs. The prominent position of the the Nalional Park Service as a manager of the lands surrounding a large section of the river was discussed, Native Americans pre- sent pointed OUI that their needs had been long neglected and thai many of the issues before' this group depended on the resolution of these issues. . This discussion allowed an informal airing of issues from many interest groups and contributed to a general understanding by all who attended, While Ihere remained fundamental disagreements over solutions to many basin issues, substantial agree- ment was reached on key components necessary to creale a workable dialogue among these various parlies. These tenets include processes that include the range and diver- sily of stakeholder interests fostering communication and cooperation, and the need for fai~ness, equity, and consistency in management. I I Consulting firms ond individuals Federal agencies State agencies Environmental/Recreation Municipal/Industry Agricultural/Rural Tribal Utilities, power users Other I I 19% 17% 12% 11% 10% 10% 10% 7% 5% The Colorado River Workshop did not arrive at consensus, but it successfully brought togeth- er a s:t of involved stakeholders from across the basin who represented diverse and often con- flicting interests. That format provided open, substantive discussion of important topics and set a positive example for future issue oriented forums. I I I J