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CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
FROM: Wendy George,Assistant City Administrative Officer
Prepared By: Neil Havlik,Natural Resources Manager
SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION OF APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM:
1. LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND,AND
2. FISHERIES RESTORATION GRANT PROGRAM(2 GRANTS)
CAO RECOMMENDATION
Adopt resolutions authorizing staff to complete and submit applications for grant monies in amount
of
1. $100,000 from the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which would be used in
support of the acquisition of the Filipponi property at the end of Calle Joaquin;
2. $75,000 from the State Fisheries Restoration Grant Program, which would be used
to improve the fish ladder on Prefumo Creek underneath Los Osos Valley Road;
and
3. $15,000 from the State Fisheries Restoration Grant Program, which would be used
to fence the lower portion of Dry Creek and the Forbes Pond areas on the Johnson
Ranch to exclude livestock and improve instream habitat and wetlands there.
DISCUSSION
Land and Water Conservation Fund
The City of San Luis Obispo has been a participant in the Irish Hills Conservation Program, a
State-led effort to conserve significant portions of the Irish Hills for conservation purposes. Most
of the effort in that program is focused on lands adjacent to Montana de Oro State Park. However;
portions of the San Luis Obispo Greenbelt are also within the boundaries of the Irish Hills
Conservation Program, and Council has supported staff pursuit of grant support for conservation
projects within that area We have had significant success in this effort: for example, the Foster
property and Johnson Ranch acquisitions benefited from over$1.6 million in State finding support.
The 200 acre Filipponi property at the end of Calle Joaquin is another property within this portion
of the Irish Hill, and State agencies have indicated good potential for funding support for an
acquisition there. The Filipponi family has been receptive to a purchase concept similar to that
carried out with the family across Highway 101 two years ago; that is,purchasing those portions of
the property with resource and passive recreation values and leaving the more productive
agricultural lands in private ownership. The City recently was notified of award to a$100,000 grant
from the Habitat Conservation Fund for this project, and the very similar Land and Water
Conservation Fund appears as another likely source due to the high resource values of the property
and its location within the Irish Hills immediately adjacent to the Johnson Ranch. This is a Federal
program that requires a 50% non-Federal match, and the State funds would provide that match.
Some local funds may ultimately be needed for the project as well; staff will return to Council with
recommendations should that occur.
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Council Agenda Report—Authorization for Application for Grant Funds
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State Fisheries Restoration Grant Program
This program, generally funded out of State bond proceeds, makes available varying amounts of
money for projects that enhance the State's instream habitats, or provides for or improves fish
passage into higher quality habitats. The City has recently obtained two grants from this source,
one for the dam removal on San Luis Obispo Creek, and one for a stabilization program on the
Froom Creek jeep road in Irish Hills Natural Reserve, which is negatively impacting the instream
habitat of Froom Creek. Staff has identified two projects that are eligible for this grant support:
improvement of the dilapidated fish ladder on Pref imo Creek under Los Osos Valley Road, and
fencing installations to exclude livestock from lower Dry Creek and the Forbes Pond area on the
Johnson Ranch.
Improvements of the fish ladder on Prefnno Creek would supplement other projects being
undertaken by the Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County improving fish passage elsewhere
on Prefumo Creek. The fish ladder is somewhat deteriorated and not functioning well, and by
undertaking renovations, the upper reaches of Prefumo Creek, which contain good steelhead
habitat, can be more easily reached by the fish. The fencing project would eliminate livestock
impacts to the lower reaches of Dry Creek and the area around Forbes Pond, which is considered to
be a riparian and wetland area of potentially high quality currently being impacted by livestock
grazing.
FISCAL IMPACT
The grants, if successful, will provide outside funding to support stated habitat conservation and
enhancement goals of the City, thus providing a beneficial fiscal effect. Any required matching
funds for the Filipponi acquisition would be appropriated at the time a purchase or option
agreement with the Filipponis is brought to the Council. For the fisheries grants, the match consists
of staff time and costs associated with obtaining permits and administering the project. These
expenses are not considered significant.
ALTERNATIVES
The Council could decide not to pursue the grant monies. This is not recommended as submitting
the application does not commit the City to anything; if, however, we choose not to apply we will
lose the opportunity entirely.
Attachments
1. Resolutions
2. Location Map of Filipponi property
3. Grant Program Summaries
G/Havlik/co"cilagenda/environmental grant apps
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION
TO THE LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND IN SUPPORT
OF THE PROJECT KNOWN AS THE FILIPPONI PROPERTY ACQUISITION
WHEREAS,the Congress of the United States has established the Land and Water
Conservation Fund, which provides funds to the States for grants to local agencies to acquire
and/or develop facilities for public recreation and wildlife habitat protection purposes; and
WHEREAS,the California Department of Parks and Recreation has been assigned the
responsibility for the administration of a portion of the program within California, including the
establishment of necessary procedures governing grant applications by local agencies under the
program; and
WHEREAS,said procedures require the applicant to certify by resolution the approval
of the application before submission of said application to the State; and
WHEREAS, the applicant will enter into an agreement with the State of California for
acquisition or development of the project.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,that the City Council of the City of San
Luis Obispo hereby:
1. Authorizes the filing of an application to the Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant
Program in support of the Filipponi property acquisition project for purposes of habitat
protection and enhancement; and
2. Certifies that said applicant understands the assurances and certification in the
application form;and
3. Certifies that said applicant has or will have available prior to commencement of any
work on the project included in this application, the required match and will have sufficient
funds to operate and maintain the project; and
4. Appoints the City Administrative Officer as agent of the City to conduct all negotiations,
execute and submit all documents, including, but not limited to, applications, agreements,
amendments, payment requests and so on, which may be necessary for the completion of the
aforementioned project.
On motion of Councilmember ,seconded by Councilmember
,and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
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Resolution No. (2003 Series)
Page 2
The foregoing resolution was adopted this day of 92003.
David F. Romero, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lee Price, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Gil Trujillo, Acting City Attorney
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA
FISHERIES RESTORATION GRANT PROGRAM IN SUPPORT OF THE PROJECT
KNOWN AS PREFUMO CREEK FISH LADDER UPGRADE
WHEREAS, the California Department of Fish and Game ("Department") has requested
proposals for the California Fisheries Restoration Grant Program for fishery conservation work
throughout the coastal regions of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, The City of San Luis Obispo maintains a strong interest in the potential for
improvement of salmonid habitat within San Luis Obispo Creek and its tributaries; and
WHEREAS, City staff have identified the restoration of the fish ladder beneath the crossing
of Los Osos Valley Road on Prefumo Creek as a project with significant potential to support
recovery of the threatened southern steelhead.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo hereby:
1. Authorizes the filing of an application for grant funds from the California Fisheries
Restoration Grant Program; and
2. Appoints the City Administrative Officer as agent of the City to conduct all
negotiations, execute and submit all documents, including, but not limited to, applications,
agreements, amendments, payment requests and so on, which may be necessary for the completion
of the aforementioned project.
On motion of seconded by and on the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was adopted this day of 2003.
David F. Romero, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Lee Price, City Clerk it Trujillo, Acting City Attorney
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA
FISHERIES RESTORATION GRANT PROGRAM IN SUPPORT OF THE PROJECT
KNOWN AS DRY CREEK/FORBES POND EXCLOSURE FENCING
WHEREAS, the California Department of Fish and Game ("Department") has requested
proposals for the California Fisheries Restoration Grant Program for fishery conservation work
throughout the coastal regions of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, The City of San Luis Obispo maintains a strong interest in the potential for
improvement of salmonid habitat within San Luis Obispo Creek and its tributaries; and
WHEREAS, City staff have identified the fencing of an area along Dry Creek and the
Forbes Pond within the Johnson Ranch Open Space as a a project with significant potential to
support recovery of the threatened southern steelhead.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo hereby:
1. Authorizes the filing of an application for grant funds from the California Fisheries
Restoration Grant Program; and
2. Appoints the City Administrative Officer as agent of the City to conduct all
negotiations, execute and submit all documents, including, but not limited to, applications,
agreements, amendments, payment requests and so on, which may be necessary for the completion
of the aforementioned project.
On motion of seconded by and on the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was adopted this day of , 2003.
David F. Romero,Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Lee Price, City Clerk Gil Trujillo, Acting City Attorney
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OVERVIEW OF THE LAND AND WATER
CONSERVATION FUND PROGRAM
The Land and Water Conservation Fund Program provides funds to federal agencies, and to the
50 states and 6 territories. The money allocated to the states may be used for statewide planning,
and for acquiring and developing outdoor recreation areas and facilities.
The program, which is administered nationally by the National Park Service (NPS), became
effective in January 1965, was initially authorized for a 25-year period, and has been extended
for another 25 years, to January 2015. Under the provisions of the California Outdoor
Recreation Resources Plan Act of 1967, the expenditure of funds allocated to California is
administered by the State Liaison Officer(SLO), who is the Director of the State Department of
Parks and Recreation.
Funds for the program are derived from federal recreation fees, sales of federal surplus real
property, the federal motorboat fuels tax and the Outer Continental Shelf mineral receipts.
DESIRIRlMWIV OF F71Nn.0
Not less than 40 percent of the funds available each year are retained by the federal government
to be used by federal agencies in acquiring lands for outdoor recreation purposes
Generally, the remaining 60 percent is allocated to the 50 states and 6 territories, on a formula
basis that takes into consideration population and other factors.
The costs of preparing the Statewide Comprehensive Recreation Resources Plan and the State
Liaison Officer's Contingency Fund are deducted from California's annual apportionment. The
balance of the annual allotment is divided, 60 percent to local agencies and 40 percent to state
agencies.
State agencies sharing in the funds are the Department of Parks and Recreation (55%), the
Wildlife Conservation Board (35%), the Department of Boating and Waterways (5%) and the
Department of Water Resources (5%).
The local agencies' share of the funds is divided on the basis of population between northern
California (40%) and southern California (60%) (see Appendix C, Page 57).
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FI.IGIRLF. AGFNCLES
Local agencies eligible to share in the fund are counties, cities, recreation and park districts and
special districts with authority to acquire, develop, operate, and maintain public park and
recreation areas.
Eligible state agencies are designated by law, and identified on the previous page on the
Distribution of Funds.
FI.IGIRLF PRn IFCTC
The LWCF is limited to outdoor recreation purposes, and to indoor facilities which support
outdoor recreation activities.
The types of projects most often funded by local agencies are acquisition or development of
neighborhood, community, and regional parks that include top priority recreation projects or
acquisitions of wetlands. (Combination acquisition and development projects are not eligible.)
Examples of activities for which competitive projects can be submitted and their priorities are
found on page 7.
Ineligible for funding are projects such as restoration or preservation of historic structures,
construction of employee residences, interpretive facilities which go beyond interpreting the
project site and its immediate surrounding area, development of convention facilities,
commemorative exhibits, construction of facilities marginally related to outdoor recreation,
indoor facilities such as community centers and gymnasiums, and facilities used primarily for
spectator sports.
Projects funded by state agencies include additions to state parks and recreation areas, wildlife
areas, boating facilities, and wetlands projects.
LUMRT.4 NT POUTS
1. Property acquired or developed under the program must be retained in perpetuity for
public outdoor recreation use. The area to be retained is identified on the 6(f)(3)
Boundary Map submitted by the applicant.
2. The state's cost of administering the LWCF Program is paid by a surcharge from each
grant. One-half of the state's surcharge is paid by the ,grant recipient. and will be
deducted from the reimbursement.
3. This is a reimbursement program. You are expected to finance the entire project. Fifty
percent of the actual expenditures up to the support ceiling of the grant will be refunded
when the project has been completed. Your original estimate of the project costs will
determine the support ceiling. Allow for cost increases.
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4. A combination acquisition/development project will not be considered for funding.
5. Conformance with all rules and regulations under the LWCF program is of primary
concern. Your project proposal will also be judged on its completeness, its accuracy, and
above all, its ability to meet the recreational needs of your constituency.
6. The project must demonstrate evidence of compliance with the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Verification that the requirements have been met must occur before your project proposal
can be considered eligible for funding.
Your proposed project site should be investigated to ensure that there is no toxic
contamination that could cause a delay or clean up of the site that would slow down
the construction of your grant project.
7. Actual funds for the project are committed to the project after the agreements have
been completed between the National Park Service and the state; and between the state
and the successful applicant. Do not start your project even after notification of a successful
application without approval from the state.
8. If your project is selected by the state, you will be supplied with instructions on how to
undertake and complete the acquisition or development. Appraisals or plans and
specifications must be submitted within six months after selection, for review and
approval by the state.
9. For development projects, plans and specifications must be approved by the state before
advertising for bids.
10. You may not take title to project lands, or begin construction, until agreements have
been signed and you have received notification of acquisition or development
document approval. Any such action, prior to state review and approval of
acquisition/development documents, is at the participant's own risk.
11. When an applicant's authorized representative signs the state/local agreement to receive
LWCF funds, the applicant is agreeing to the assurances in Appendix B, page 51.
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The costs to the state for administering the LWCF program are recovered from participating
agencies such as yours and the federal government. Your agency's original estimate of the
project costs at the time of application will determine the support ceiling for federal
reimbursement. A surcharge will be deducted from the federal reimbursement of project costs
before the funds are passed through to your agency.
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The surcharge has often caused confusion for those who are unfamiliar with the terms of the
state/local agreement. The provisions of the agreement clearly allow for a vMing surcharge.
The first page of the agreement says that payments are subject to adjustment; and the Project
Assurances section III.C.2. of the agreement explains that:
"...a surcharge for administrative costs will be applied to twice the federal share of direct
eligible project costs. The surcharge is to be deducted from the reimbursements received
from the federal government applicable to this project, and will be computed at the
federally approved surcharge at the time the billing is submitted to the federal
government."
The check amount returned to the participant will reflect 50 percent of the eligible project costs
identified in the agreement less the applicable surcharge in effect at the time of billing.
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ATTACHMENT
Fisheries Restoration Grant Program
2003 Proposal Solicitation Notice
March 14, 2003
Introduction
The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP) is
requesting proposals for watershed restoration work throughout California. The objective of this
Proposal Solicitation Notice (Solicitation) is to solicit and fund projects that are consistent with the
goal of salmon and steelhead trout conservation and restoration. The FRGP is accepting
proposals in two geographic areas; Coastal drainages, and Central Valley drainages.
Proposal Due Date
In order to be considered for 2003/2004 funding, all proposals submitted by mail must have a
U.S. Postal Service postmark no later than May 9,2003. Proposals delivered by any other
means(FEDEX, U.P.S.,etc.), including hand-delivery in person, must be delivered no later than
May 9,2003,at 3:00 p.m.to the Native Anadromous Fish and Watershed Branch staff at the
exact location described below, or they will be rejected. You must provide 15 copies of each
proposal.
For Mailing or Hand Delivery:
Grant Proposals
CA Department of Fish and Game
Native Anadromous Fish and Watershed Branch
830 S Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
In addition to the required hard copies, an electronic copy of your proposal may be submitted to
kkarcher(d)dfg.ca.gov.
Eligibility Criteria
Any private or public entity with an interest in salmon and steelhead trout conservation and
restoration may apply. This includes, but is not limited to (1) Public agencies, (2)Non-profit
organizations, (3) Private enterprises, and (4) Indian tribes.
General Guidelines
Please read this Solicitation document carefully. It is a legal document. Proposals submitted
must be in full compliance with all stated requirements in this Solicitation..
Forms used in this Solicitation can be found and downloaded in MS Word or PDF format on the
Internet at www.dfg.ca.gov/nafwb/fiishgrant.htm1. The Application Form (Appendix A), must be
submitted in hard copy with all other elements of the proposal package. In addition to the
required hard copies,the Application Form can also be submitted electronically to expedite data
input into our grants database.
Proposal sponsors are encouraged to work closely with local DFG fishery biologists and fish
habitat specialists in the planning and development of proposals, well in advance of proposal
deadlines to allow time to evaluate site conditions. See Appendix C for a list of DFG contacts.
Funding for proposals submitted under this Solicitation are subject to availability of funds and
approval of the Budget Act for 2003/2004 Fiscal Year.
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Project Types
The proposal application must.identify the project type that describes the proposed project. DFG
has developed a two-letter coding system for various types of projects. A list of these two-letter
codes is shown below and described in more detail in Section III (pages 8-16); the codes are
used throughout this Solicitation to represent restoration project types.
Funding for anadromous fish restoration work in Coastal Drainages (outside the Central Valley
drainage)is limited to the project types indicated below. Funding for anadromous fish restoration
work in the Central Valley is limited to the four project types indicated below. Specific details,
requirements, and funding for each are explained later in this document.
Coastal Drainages Central Valley
AC AmeriCorps Program only ED Public School Watershed and Fishery
CC California Conservation Corps only Conservation Education Projects
CF CA Forest Improvement Program HI Instream Habitat Restoration
ED Public School Watershed and Fishery PM Project Maintenance
Conservation Education Projects RE Cooperative Rearing
FL Fish Ladder
HA Habitat Acquisition and Conservation
Easements
HB Instream Barrier Modification
HI Instream Habitat Restoration
HR Riparian Restoration
HS Instream Bank Stabilization
HU Watershed Restoration (Upslope)
MD Monitoring Projects(Data)
MO Project Monitoring Following Project
Completion
OR Watershed Organization Support and
Assistance
PL Watershed Evaluation,Assessment,
and Planning
PM Project Maintenance
RE Cooperative Rearing
SC Fish screening of Diversions
TE Private Sector Technical Training and
Education Project Grants
TW Tailwater Management
WC Water Conservation Measures(Ditch
Lining, Piping, Stock Water Systems)
WD Water Measuring Devices (Instream
and Water Diversion)
WP Water Purchase
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