The American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009 didn't just fund road infrastructure improvements, it also supported work to improve fish habitat across the country.  Million of dollars went toward a diverse portfolio of projects such as dam removals, culvert replacements, and efforts to remove marine debris.  The objective of this half-day symposium is to report on the progress of these projects, describe the successes and frustrations associated with managing this funding, and ponder the long-term effects.  Presenters will relate their experiences with managing high-value, high-visibility projects on a short timeline.  Agencies represented in the presentations include NOAA (confirmed), USDA (confirmed), and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (invited).  This symposium should be of interest to AFS members and participants who work in the fields of habitat restoration, estuarine science, and bioengineering.

Presenters include Abigail Franklin of the Cape Cod Conservation District, Andrew Struck of Ozaukee County's (Wisconsin) Planning and Parks Department, and a yet-to-be-identified manager from the NOAA Restoration Center.