To apply for the F23AS00249 National Fish Passage Program Base Funding Fiscal Year 2023 grant, the following information is required:
1. Project description: Provide a detailed description of the project, including the specific activities that will be undertaken to remove instream barriers and restore aquatic organism passage and aquatic connectivity.
2. Need for the project: Explain the importance of the project in maintaining or increasing fish populations, improving ecosystem resiliency, and providing quality fishing experiences for the American people.
3. Project types: Specify the type of project you are requesting funding for, such as dam removals, culvert replacements, floodplain restoration, or installation of fishways.
4. Funding request: Clearly state the amount of funding you are requesting from the NFPP for your project.
5. Partnership details: Provide information on any existing or potential partnerships with other organizations and agencies that will be involved in the project.
6. Project work plan: Describe how the project will be strategically developed and implemented in coordination with partners and with substantial involvement from FAC staff. Emphasize the use of sound scientific principles and promotion of biological diversity.
7. Regional priorities: Contact the regional NFPP Coordinator corresponding to the project location for information on regional priorities and coordination with FAC staff. Include any relevant information from this contact in the application.
8. Staff and cooperative partnerships: Explain how you will utilize staff and cooperative partnerships to provide information on habitat needs, methods for fish to bypass barriers, technical engineering support, assistance in planning and prioritizing fish passage projects, and assistance in fulfilling environmental compliance requirements.
9. Project activities: Outline the specific activities that will be undertaken under this grant, such as project planning and feasibility studies, engineering and design, permitting, on-the-ground fish passage restoration, near-term implementation monitoring, project outreach, and capacity to manage these project-related activities.
10. Project timeline: Provide a timeline for the project, including key milestones and expected completion dates for each activity.
11. Budget: Include a detailed budget for the project, breaking down the costs for each activity and demonstrating the cost-effectiveness of the proposed techniques.
12. Compliance requirements: Explain how you will fulfill any environmental compliance requirements related to the project.
13. Contact information: Provide the contact information of the person responsible for the grant application, including name, organization, address, phone number, and email.
It is important to thoroughly review the grant announcement and contact the regional NFPP Coordinator for any additional information or specific requirements before applying for
