FY 2003 Columbia Cascade proposal 29017

Additional documents

TitleType
29017 Narrative Narrative
29017 Sponsor Response to ISRP Response
29017 Powerpoint Presentation Powerpoint Presentation

Section 1. Administrative

Proposal titlePrepare a Master Plan for Protecting and Restoring Salmon Habitat in Okanagan River
Proposal ID29017
OrganizationColville Confederated Tribes/Okanagan Nation Fisheries Commission (CCT)
Proposal contact person or principal investigator
NameChristopher Fisher
Mailing addressP.O. Box 862 Omak, WA 98841
Phone / email5094227427 / Anadromo@televar.com
Manager authorizing this projectGerald Marco / Byron Louis
Review cycleColumbia Cascade
Province / SubbasinColumbia Cascade / Okanogan
Short descriptionPrepare a Master Plan to guide the protection and restoration of sockeye salmon habitat in the Canadian portion of Okanagan River.
Target speciesSockeye Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka)
Project location
LatitudeLongitudeDescription
49.2578 -119.6785 Okanagan River between Okanagan and Osoyoos Lakes, British Columbia, Canada
48.99 -119.72 Okanagan River between Okanagan and Osoyoos Lakes, British Columbia, Canada
Reasonable and Prudent Alternatives (RPAs)

Sponsor-reported:

RPA
N/A

Relevant RPAs based on NMFS/BPA review:

Reviewing agencyAction #BiOp AgencyDescription

Section 2. Past accomplishments

YearAccomplishment
2000 Completed a report on the merits of setback dyking and meander restorations.
2001 Completed a pilot project showing how concrete drop structures can be replaced by natural riffle/pool complexes.
2000 Completed a pilot revegetation project and developed a draft protocol for planting on dykes.

Section 3. Relationships to other projects

Project IDTitleDescription
200001300 Evaluation of an experimental re-intorduction of sockeye salmon into Skaha Lake The present proposal would provide a conceptual framework and master plan which would consider all fisheries initiatives for this waterway.

Section 4. Budget for Planning and Design phase

Task-based budget
ObjectiveTaskDuration in FYsEstimated 2003 costSubcontractor
1. Project management and administration a. coordinate and facilitate agency and stakeholder meetings $6,000 Yes
2. Compile & record relevant data on fisheries habitat a. Identify, review & summarize exising reports, maps, photos & files. b. Interview staff of ONFC; Canada Fisheries & Oceans; Ministry of Water , Land and Air Protection; and critical stakeholders. c. collect anecdotal information $14,000 Yes
3. Develop prioritization of river reaches based on fisheries data for potential restoration options a. identify reaches that were historically used by anadromous fish b. facilitate fisheries management meetings c.Develop draft prioritization plan of river reaches for restoration and viable alternatives for each river section. $39,000 Yes
Outyear objectives-based budget
ObjectiveStarting FYEnding FYEstimated cost
Continued project management , develop prioritization of river reaches based on outcome of agency meeting and stakeholder meetings, finalize plan, develop monitoring and evaluation plan, identify potential partners, and implementation of plan 2004 2004 $118,000
Outyear budgets for Planning and Design phase
FY 2004
$118,000

Section 5. Budget for Construction and Implementation phase

Task-based budget
ObjectiveTaskDuration in FYsEstimated 2003 costSubcontractor
$0
Outyear objectives-based budget
ObjectiveStarting FYEnding FYEstimated cost
Implement desired options for river restoration sites and techniques which may include: removal of vertical drop structure, dyke setback , riffle construction, meander construction. 2005 2005 $526,000
Outyear budgets for Construction and Implementation phase
FY 2005
$526,000

Section 6. Budget for Operations and Maintenance phase

Task-based budget
ObjectiveTaskDuration in FYsEstimated 2003 costSubcontractor
Not Required $0
Outyear objectives-based budget
ObjectiveStarting FYEnding FYEstimated cost
Outyear budgets for Operations and Maintenance phase

Section 7. Budget for Monitoring and Evaluation phase

Task-based budget
ObjectiveTaskDuration in FYsEstimated 2003 costSubcontractor
Outyear objectives-based budget
ObjectiveStarting FYEnding FYEstimated cost
Outyear budgets for Monitoring and Evaluation phase

Section 8. Estimated budget summary

Itemized budget
ItemNoteFY 2003 cost
Subcontractor $59,000
$59,000
Total estimated budget
Total FY 2003 cost$59,000
Amount anticipated from previously committed BPA funds$0
Total FY 2003 budget request$59,000
FY 2003 forecast from 2002$0
% change from forecast0.0%
Reason for change in estimated budget

Please refer to the attached response document as requested by the ISRP review.

Reason for change in scope

Please refer to the attached response document as requested by the ISRP review.

Cost sharing
OrganizationItem or service providedAmountCash or in-kind
Canadian Fisheries Authorities, Local Governments, Critical Stakeholders Expert advice, consultation and plan review. $20,000 in-kind
Non-governmnet organizations e.g. Ducks Unlimited, The Land Conservancy of BC Riparian land securment for restoration project implementation beginning 2005 $750,000 in-kind

Reviews and recommendations

This information was not provided on the original proposals, but was generated during the review process.

Recommendation:
Fundable only if response is adequate
Date:
Mar 1, 2002

Comment:

A response is needed. The proposal is to develop a plan for restoring portions of the Okanogan River that have been channelized or otherwise disturbed by human actions. This may involve setbacks of dykes, and/or work within a section of river that has been channelized to restore a more natural gradient and substrate. An example is given. Between Osoyoos and Vaseau Lake a series of concrete vertical drop structures was placed after channelization. In 2001 rock barriers were placed between two of the concrete structures, thereby creating a natural pool riffle complex, resulting in creation of spawning habitat that was used by sockeye. The proposal is to identify the most essential or potentially productive stream reaches within the Okanogan as a long-range action plan.

This is somewhat of a skeletal proposal without much detail about methods. It is a one-year planning study only. Actual implementation would come later (what is the plan for this continuation?). There is insufficient detail about how the plan would be developed. Objectives, tasks and methods should all be expanded significantly. What product comes out of this one-year effort? It appears they have a good idea on some restoration projects, e.g. replacing the drop structure, how will these efforts be funded. Why weren't funds requested in this process? This planning effort should include specification of development of a monitoring and evaluation plan. Is one year enough to ensure stakeholder participation?


Recommendation:
Recommended Action
Date:
May 17, 2002

Comment:


Recommendation:
Fund
Date:
Jun 7, 2002

Comment:

Fundable at high priority. The response was adequate and is now a much more realistic proposal and includes an appropriate timeframe. The proposal is to develop a plan for restoring portions of the Okanogan River that have been channelized or otherwise disturbed by human actions. This may involve setbacks of dykes, and/or work within a section of river that has been channelized to restore a more natural gradient and substrate. An example is given. Between Osoyoos and Vaseau Lake a series of concrete vertical drop structures was placed after channelization. In 2001 rock barriers were placed between two of the concrete structures, thereby creating a natural pool riffle complex, resulting in creation of spawning habitat that was used by sockeye. The proposal is to identify the most essential or potentially productive stream reaches within the Okanogan as a long-range action plan. This is a proposal for a one-year planning study only. Actual implementation would come later.
Recommendation:
Date:
Jul 19, 2002

Comment:

Statement of Potential Biological Benefit to ESU
Assessment could lead to improved habitat conditions and increased habitat area for Okanogan Sockeye

Comments
Not clear how this proposal would be integrated with or supplemental to existing efforts to enhance Okanogan Sockeye. Proposal is short on detail.

Already ESA Req? No

Biop? No


Recommendation:
C
Date:
Jul 26, 2002

Comment:

Recommend deferral to Subbasin Planning; this kind of project could support implementation of RPA 154.
Recommendation:
Do Not Fund
Date:
Oct 30, 2002

Comment: