This grant is for the critical purpose of restoring native riparian and upland habitats within the historic floodplain of the Lower Colorado River, specifically on Cibola National Wildlife Refuge. Led by the Southwest Conservation Corps, this initiative utilizes efficient youth hand crews to address severe invasive species infestations. The project aims to re-establish vital cottonwood-willow gallery forests, significantly supplementing available habitat for threatened and endangered species, while reducing invasive exotic plant distribution. Beyond direct restoration, it will create essential wildlife corridors, facilitate the recolonization of native fauna, enhance aesthetic values, and mitigate soil erosion, fostering a healthier and more resilient ecosystem for diverse resident and migratory species.
Opportunity ID: 47226
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | CNWR-2009-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Riparian and Upland Restoration |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.623 — North American Wetlands Conservation Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 06, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 15, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 15, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 14, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $37,200 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $37,200 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Elgible applicants are limited to Southwest Conservation Corps. No other applicants will be considered. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | Unique Qualifications – The applicant is uniquely qualified to perform the activity based upon the specific need in which the work is accomplished. Eligible applicants are limited to Southwest Conservation Corps. The Southwest Conservation Corps (SWCC) provides the needed service by utilizing youth hand crews that are both efficient, economical, and “shovel ready”. Invasive species pose a serious threat to the health and integrity of natural communities on Cibola National Wildlife Refuge. An integral part of the invasive species program is the use of hand crews. Hand crews can work in areas where it is not possible or practical to use heavy equipment or aerial spraying. Hand crews can be used to re-treat and maintain restoration sites, to treat new infestations, to work in fragile habitat, and to reach areas not readily accessible to heavy equipment or aircraft. SWCC crews provide an effective economical means to meet this need and they benefit by gaining valuable work experience. Project and Purpose – The principal purpose of this agreement is to restore native habitat within the historic floodplain of the Lower Colorado River. All restoration efforts will occur on Cibola National Wildlife Refuge. Restored sites will mimic historic cottonwood-willow gallery forests, supplement available habitat for threatened and endangered species, and reduce invasive exotic plant distribution on the Refuge. An array of resident and migratory species will also benefit from restored habitats. In addition, restored sites will create wildlife corridors and facilitate recolonization of native fauna in previously restored sites. Further, establishment of native vegetation will increase aesthetic values and decrease soil erosion. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Walter Oldham
Refuge Manager Phone 928-857-3253 Email:mike_oldham@fws.gov |
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