The ISRP recognizes there could be benefits from coordination among the basin's coho reintroduction projects, and welcomes such coordination. The proposal as outlined, however, does not include adequate breadth of outside review. It is too limited to self-review within the four existing projects. It needs participation by outside experts in various disciplines with experience in reintroduction of fishes, especially anadromous salmonids. A response is requested that demonstrates that biological expertise is included from other agencies and organizations both inside and outside the region so that the issues are characterized in a broader context, and relevant ecological and management issues are considered. An objective analysis of the benefits and challenges of reintroduction/ restoration, aided by the experience of others, should improve the proposed assessment.