Ed goes on to ask whether there is a commitment of funds that the towns need to provide after designation.

NPS staff reply - Once designated, it would be the expectation that Congress would provide funds on an annual basis to hire the support staff and assist in Management Plan implementation through education and outreach. Just as any management recommendation that the Study Committee suggests are voluntary, any town/community support (financial or otherwise) would be voluntary both during the study and post-designation, should designation occur.