Shattuck NRDAR Urban Corridor Restoration - Overland Pond Park Project

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	Federal Grant Title:	Shattuck NRDAR Urban Corridor Restoration - Overland Pond Park Project
	CFDA Number:	15.658
	CFDA Description:	Natural Resource Damage Assessment, Restoration and Implementation
	Federal Agency Name:	Fish and Wildlife Service
	Category of Funding Activity:	Environment Natural Resources
	Category Explanation:	Information not provided
	Opportunity Category:	Discretionary
	Funding Opportunity Number:	FWS-R6-SHATTUCK
	Document Type:	Modification to Previous Grants Notice
	Funding Instrument Type:	Cooperative Agreement
	Posted Date:	Jun 17, 2010
	Creation Date:	Sep 13, 2010
	Original Closing Date for Applications:	Jun 18, 2010
	Current Closing Date for Applications:	Jun 18, 2010
	Archive Date:	Jul 18, 2010
	Expected Number of Awards:	1
	Estimated Total Program Funding:	$120,000
	Federal Grant Award Ceiling:	$120,000
	Federal Grant Award Floor:	$100,000
	Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:	No

Applicants Eligible for this Grant: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: This agreement is a single source agreement and is being awarded to The Greenway Foundation, Inc.
Grant Description: This announcement is the full announcement. This agreement is being awarded under the following authority: 505 DM 2.14B(2) - Continuation. The purpose of the agreement is to provide financial assistance to restore, rehabilitate, replace, or acquire the equivalent of trust resources (migratory birds and their supporting habitat) that were injured or destroyed by the hazardous substance release(s) from the Shattuck Superfund site, pursuant to the requirements of the Consent Decree, and applicable federal and state laws and regulations.The Greenway Foundation is a 501(c)3 Non-profit organization with historic ties to the S. Platte River and has over 20 years of experience at Overland Pond Park. The Greenway Foundation was involved with the design and implementation of the original Overland Pond Park plan and has participated in many major trail and park projects in Denver. The 'Greenway' model of public/private cooperation continues to be successful and has been emulated by communities across the country.Restoration actions to be implemented at Overland Pond Park will enhance habitat for migratory birds. Specific actions will restore native plant communities around Overland Pond and within the adjacent South Platte River riparian habitat; provide improvements within the park to enhance educational opportunities that emphasize migratory birds; and incorporate volunteer efforts to include the community in the restoration efforts. The Greenway Foundation will provide overall management, supervision, and coordination for the Overland Pond Park project, and will serve as project lead for Denver Parks and Recreation as land owner.Matching funds, including in-kind contributions, are required and shall not be less than $100,000.
Link to Full Grant Announcement: Information not provided
Grant Announcement Contact: Andrea Meyer Grants Management Specialist 303-236-5412

Email [andrea_meyer@fws.gov]
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