Water managers' perceptions of the science-policy interface in Phoenix, Arizona: Implications for an emerging boundary organization

摘要: A potential water supply crisis has sparked concern among policymakers, managers, and academic scientists in Phoenix, AZ. The availability of resources is linked to population growth, increasing demand, static supply, land use change, uncertainty. This article examines the perceptions managers working at science–policy interface Phoenix discusses implications their experiences for development an emerging boundary organization: Decision Center a Desert City. Qualitative analysis data generated through in-depth interviews with uncovers two understandings intersection science policy: One perspective traditional, linear model sharp conceptual distinctions between spheres, other recursive recognizing fluid boundaries. Managers describe uncertainty as inescapable, but manageable. prescriptive management presented.