Service. Documentation is covered in detail in the 'Federal Aid Handbook." This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110. Award Procedure: The Regional Director approves or disapproves proposed projects. Regional offices are responsible for notification of grant approval to the grantee by return of completed agree ment. Deadlines: None. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Average 8 days. Appeals: Differences of opinion about the substantiality of proposed projects are considered by qualified representatives of the Service and the State. In the event of continued disagreement, final determination rests with the Secretary of the Interior. Renewals: Projects are renewed on an annual basis through approval of a project agreement. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Forty percent on the basis of land and water area of the State and 60 percent on the basis of paid fishing license holders. No State may receive more than five percent or less than one percent of the total apportioned. Puerto Rico is apportioned one percent; Guam, the Virgin Islands, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and the District of Columbia are apportioned one-third of one percent. States are reimbursed up to 75 percent of the total project cost. Statistical factors used for fund allocation are (1) States percentage share of land and water area and statute miles of coastline including coastal and Great Lakes Waters from the 1990 Census of Population (PC 80-1-A), Census; Coastline of the U.S., NOAA; (2) States percentage share of number of paid fishing license holders from the source annually certified by each State's fish and wildlife agency. Statistical factors used for eligibility do not apply for this program. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Apportioned funds are available for obligation for a period of two years. Balances remaining unobligated after the period of availability are returned to the Service. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: A Performance Report is required for each annual segment within 90 days after the end of the segment. Audits: For awards made under this Program, grantees and subgrantees are responsible for obtaining audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act of 1984 (31 U.S.C. 7501-7) and the Department of the Interior implementing regulations, 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart B, 'Audit Requirements for State and Local Governments." Records: Cost records must be maintained separately for each project. Records, accounts, and supporting documents must be retained for three years after submission of final request for reimbursement. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 14-8151-0-7-303. Obligations: (Grants) FY 93 $217,660,000; FY 94 est $185,328,511; and FY 95 est $190,477,723. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: FY 93 $649,667 to $9,745,000; $4,564,036. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1993, boating access acquisition continued, pollution control techniques and pumpout facilities were employed, and fresh water habitat improvements increased. More wetland and freshwater acres were maintained for fishing activity. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 50 CFR 80; Federal Aid Handbook; Federal Aid in Fish and Wildlife Restoration Annual Report (limited number available at no cost). INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: See Catalog Appendix IV for addresses. Headquarters Office: Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior, Washington, DC 20240. Contact: Columbus Brown. Telephone: (703) 358-2156. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.405, Anadromous Fish Conservation Act Program; 11.407, Interjurisdictional Fisheries Act of 1986; 15.600, Anadromous Fish Conservation; 15.608, Fish and Wildlife Man agement Assistance; 15.611, Wildlife Restoration; 15.612, Endangered Species Conservation. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Fish habitat improvement, research on fishery problems, surveys and inventories of fish populations and habitats, provision for public use of fishery resources, lake and stream rehabilitation. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Projects must be submitted by the State agency having responsibility for management of the State's fishery resources. The State agency selects those projects which are submitted for funding under the program. Projects are approved if they meet basic criteria contained in the regulations and the Handbook. 15.607 ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINANTS FEDERAL AGENCY: U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AUTHORIZATION: Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956, as amended, 70 Stat. 1119, 16 U.S.C. 742a-754a; Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act of 1958, 72 Stat. 563, 16 U.S.C. 661-667(e); Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act of 1972, 7 U.S.C. 136-136(y); Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976, 42 U.S.C. 69016991; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) of 1980, Public Law 96-510, as amended, 10 U.S.C. 2810; Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986, Public Law 99-499, 94 Stat. 2797, 26 U.S.C. 4611-4682; Oil Pollution Act of 1990. OBJECTIVES: To identify and assess contaminant effects on fish and wildlife resources and take action to prevent or correct contaminant problems. To provide technical assistance and information to Federal, State, and local agencies, industry, and the public concerning contaminant issues and fish and wildlife resource quality. To provide oversight responsibility for Fish and Wildlife Service participation in oil and hazardous material spill response, and on contaminants affecting Service lands and other trust resources. In cooperation with State, Tribal, and other Federal natural resource trustees, to conduct natural resource damage assessments or negotiate natural resource damages for hazardous waste sites and spills, to assure restoration, or acquisition of equivalent resources at the expense of the parties responsible. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Advisory Services and Counseling; Dissemination of Technical Information; Training. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: The Service conducts a field operations program to identify and assess the effects of environmental contaminants on fish and wildlife resources and their habitats and conducts field appraisals of operational use of chemicals applied on sensitive habitat. Through these efforts technical information can be provided on the effect and potential ramifications of chemical pollutants, including pesticides, on fish and wildlife resources and selected ecosystems. Natural resource damage assessment activities may result in negotiations or, failing successful negotiations, legal action, to ensure that natural resources injured by hazardous substance discharges or oil releases are restored at the expense of the responsible parties. Renewals: Not applicable. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Not applicable. 2 Audits: Not applicable. Records: Not applicable. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 14-1611-0-1-303. Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 93 $111,165,188; FY 94 est $8,969,000; and FY 95 est $10,194,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Combined field assessments and laboratory research provides information on effects of environmental contaminants on fish, wildlife, and their habitats. This data can be used by decision makers to take action to prevent or correct contaminant problems. The Environmental Contaminants Program conducted evaluation and reconnaissance studies on DOI irrigation sites and 'Special Study" areas of high priority to the Fish and Wildlife Service. Technical assistance and information was provided related to effects, analytical techniques and preventive methods associated with environmental contaminants. Bioassessment training modules were provided to field contaminant personnel. Restoration actions or cash settlements for future restoration projects were negotiated at oil spills and hazardous waste sites nationwide. Restoration projects were planned and started. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Information is available upon request. Reprints of research reports and information on Fish and Wildlife policy on pesticide use are available. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: See Catalog Appendix IV for addresses. Headquarters Office: Division Chief, Environmental Contaminants, Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior, Washington, DC 20240. Contact: Chief, Environmental Contaminants. Telephone: (703) 358-2148. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 10.063, Agricultural Conservation Program; 11.413, Fishery Products Inspection and Certification; 93.103, Food and Drug Administration-Research; 15.975, Research Information; 66.502, Pesticides Control Research. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable. 15.608 FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE FEDERAL AGENCY: U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AUTHORIZATION: Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act of 1958, 16 U.S.C. 661-666; Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956, as amended, 16 U.S.C. 742a-742j; Sikes Act of 1974, as amended, 16 U.S.C. 670(a)670(0); Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act, 16 U.S.C. 3101; Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, Public Law 92-522, as amended, 16 U.S.C. 1361-1407. OBJECTIVES: To provide technical information, advice, and assistance to other Federal agencies, other nations, States, and Native Americans on the conservation and management of fish and wildlife resources. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Provision of Specialized Services. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Assistance in the form of biological, chemical, and physical advice of land and waters involved and specific recommendations and plans based on the conditions found to exist. Stocking of fishes from National Fish Hatcheries and advising on wildlife management techniques may be management tools considered. The program does not provide financial assistance for construction of ponds, lakes, wood duck boxes, or for other purposes. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: State agencies, Native Americans and Federal agencies are eligible to request assistance on a cost recoverable basis. Beneficiary Eligibility: State agencies, Native Americans and Federal agencies are eligible to request assistance on a cost recoverable basis. Credentials/Documentation: There must be factual evidence of the need for management assistance. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: None. Application Procedure: Generally in the form of a letter to the Regional Directors of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (see Catalog address Appendix IV) stating the need for management assistance and requesting the services available. Award Procedure: After considering program commitments and obligations, State, Federal agencies, or Native Americans will generally be informed by letter from the Director or Regional Director, followed by development of a formal Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) or understanding (MOU). Deadlines: None. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: None, but as expeditiously as possible. Appeals: No procedure for appeals. Renewals: A formal agreement is entered into with the cooperating entity, usually no time limit. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable, however, assistance is provided only on a cost recoverable basis. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Reports are submitted annually to the entities involved. Occasionally, progress reports are considered to be advisable. Fish and Wildlife Management Plans are developed as required. Audits: Standard FWS/DOI requirements/practices. Records: Standard FWS/DOI requirements/practices. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 14-1611-0-1-303. Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 93 $7,556,524; FY 94 est $8,641,000; and FY 95 est $10,393,000. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Fish and Wildlife Service provides technical assistance to Native Americans and more than 200 Department of Defense installations. A game code was promulgated for the Wind River Indian Reservation in Wyoming and within 5 years of implementation the size of the previously dwindling elk herd had doubled. Coordinates activity and has provided leadership to improve management and recovery efforts for polar bear, walrus, sea and marine otters, dugong, and manatees. Cooperative programs with the State conservation agencies and military installations have included joint studies of fishery and wildlife problems of major watersheds, large reservoirs, or streams. River Basin Restoration programs have increased population of Pacific salmon and steelhead and Atlantic salmon. Fisheries resources technical assistance has aided in alleviating the decline of the Chesapeake Bay striped bass population. Through the Sikes Act, the Service has established a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Defense whereby fish and wildlife values are considered on military installations. The Service is developing a policy in cooperation with Native Americans for fish and wildlife management on/off Tribal lands. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Annual Project Reports, Special Reports, and Fish and Wildlife Management Plans. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: See Catalog Appendix IV for addresses. Headquarters Office: Larry R. Shannon, Chief, Division of Fish and Wildlife Management Assistance, ARLSQ #820, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior, Washington, DC 20240. Telephone: (703) 358-1718. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 15.605, Sport Fish Restoration; 15.611, Wildlife Restoration; 15.975, Research Information. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Not applicable. 15.611 WILDLIFE RESTORATION FEDERAL AGENCY: U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DE- TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Formula Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Approvable activities include land acquisition, development, research, and coordination. Activities prohibited are law enforcement and public relations. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Participation limited to State fish and Wildlife agencies. States must have passed laws for the conservation of wildlife which include a prohibition against diversion of license fees paid by hunters for purposes other than the administration of the State fish and Wildlife Agency. Also eligible are Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands. Beneficiary Eligibility: Participation limited to State fish and wildlife agencies. Credentials/Documentation: Notification of desire to participate must be made annually to the Secretary. The State fish and wildlife director must furnish a certification of the number of paid huntinglicense holders. Costs will be determined in accordance with 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, ‘Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments." Section 12.62 (of the common rule) identifies Federal cost principles for determining allowable costs. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: The standard application forms furnished by the Federal agency and required by 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, 'Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments," must be used for this program. Environmental assessment is required to determine environmental impacts. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, 'Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Application Procedure: Grantee may document initial program by submission of satisfactory wildlife conservation plan. Grantee has the option of submitting a project application. The form used is furnished by the Service. Documentation required is covered in detail in the 'Federal Aid Handbook." This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110. Award Procedure: The Regional Director approves or disapproves proposed projects. Regional offices are responsible for notification of grant approval to the grantee by return of a completed agree ment. Deadlines: None. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Average 8 days. Appeals: Differences of opinion about the substantiality of proposed projects are considered by qualified representatives of the Service and the State. In the event of continued disagreement, final determination rests with the Secretary of the Interior. Renewals: Projects are renewed on an annual basis through approval of a project agreement. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: Fifty percent on the basis of land area of the States and 50 percent on the basis of paid huntinglicense holders. No State may receive more than five percent or less than one-half of one percent of the total apportioned. Puerto Rico is apportioned one-half of one percent; Guam and the Virgin Islands, American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands are each apportioned one-sixth of one percent of the total apportioned. Hunter safety funds are apportioned on the basis of population of the States. No State may receive more than three percent or less than one percent of the total apportioned. States may be reimbursed up to 75 percent of the total project cost. This program has maintenance of effort (MOE) requirements, see funding agency for further details. Statistical factors used for fund allocation are (1) States percentage share of land area from the 1990 Census of Population (PC 80-1-A); (2) States percentage share of number of paid hunting license holders, from the source annually certified by each State's fish and Wildlife agency; (3) States percentage share of population (hunter education) from the source 1980 Census of Population. Statistical factors used for eligibility do not apply for this program. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Apportioned funds are available for obligation for a period of two years. Balances remaining unobligated after the period of availability are returned to the Service. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: A Performance Report is required for each annual segment within 90 days after the end of the segment. Audits: For awards made under this Program, grantees and subgrantees are responsible for obtaining audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act of 1984 (31 U.S.C. 7501-7) and the Department of the Interior implementing regulations, 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart B, 'Audit Requirements for State and Local Governments." Records: Cost records must be maintained separately for each project. Records, accounts, and supporting documents must be retained for three years after submission of final request for reimbursement. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 14-9923-0-2-303. Obligations: (Grants) FY 93 $155,280,382; FY 94 est $183,686,810; and FY 95 est $163,972,909. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: FY 93 $261,500 to $6,557,000; $2,867,853. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1993, increased research in the area of game management and population of habitat areas was continued. More quality wetland areas were purchased to benefit waterfowl. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: 50 CFR 80; Regional or Local Office: See Catalog address appendix. RELATED PROGRAMS: 10.062, Water Bank Program; 15.605, Sport EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Wildlife habitat improvement, research on wildlife problems, surveys and inventories of wildlife populations and habitats, provision for public use of wildlife resources, hunter education programs. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Projects must be submitted by the State agency having responsibility for management of the State's wildlife resources. The State agency selects those projects which are submitted for funding under the program. Projects are approved if they meet the basic criteria contained in the regulations and the Handbook. 15.612 ENDANGERED SPECIES CONSERVATION FEDERAL AGENCY: U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AUTHORIZATION: Endangered Species Act of 1973, Section 15(b), Public Law 93-205, 87 Stat. 884, 16 U.S.C. 1531-43, as amended. OBJECTIVES: To provide Federal financial assistance to any State, through its appropriate State agency, which has entered into a co operative agreement to assist in the development of programs for the conservation of endangered and threatened species. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: The assistance provided to the State fish and wildlife agency for endangered and threatened species, can include animal, plant, and habitat surveys, research, planning, management, land acquisition, protection, and public education. Assistance is restricted to those State agencies with which the Fish and Wildlife Service has a current cooperative agree ment. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Participation limited to State agencies that have entered into a cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior. Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, Pacific Trust Territories and the Virgin Islands are also eligible to enter into cooperative agreements. Beneficiary Eligibility: All States and territories that have entered into a cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior. Credentials/Documentation: A current cooperative agreement(s) between the Secretary of the Interior and the State Conservation agency(s) concerning endangered and threatened species is necessary. Costs will be determined in accordance with 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, 'Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments." Section 12.62 (of the common rule), identifies Federal cost principles for determining allowable costs. Separate agreements for animals and plants are normally made with each State's responsible agency. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: The standard application forms fur nished by the Federal agency and required by 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, 'Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments," must be used for this program. This program is eligible for coverage under E. O. 12372, 'Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Application Procedure: A standard application for Federal assistance is submitted which will cover the entire endangered species plans for one State. Funds are obligated by signature on a project agreement. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110. Award Procedure: Project approval or disapproval is generally made by notification means of a signed application and project agree ment. Deadlines: None. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: None specified. Appeals: Decisions can be appealed to the Fish and Wildlife Service. Final determination rests with the Secretary of the Interior. Renewals: Renewals can be made through submission and approval of a project agreement. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: States may receive up to 75 percent of the program costs except when two or more States have a common interest in one or more endangered species and enter into a joint agreement whereupon the Federal share is 90 percent. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Funds allocated to a State are available for obligation during the fiscal year for which they were allocated. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: A performance report is required for each project segment within 90 days following the close of the segment. Audits: Audits of internal controls, propriety of costs, and compliance with regulations and legislation are performed at regular intervals. For awards made under this Program, grantees and subgrantees are responsible for obtaining audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act of 1984 (31 U.S.C. 7501-7) and the Department of the Interior implementing regulations, 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart B, 'Audit Requirements for State and Local Governments. Records: Records must be maintained for 3 years following the submission of request for final reimbursement. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Account Identification: 14-1611-0-1-303. Obligations: (Grants) FY 93 $399,112; FY 94 est $145,856; and FY 95 est $0. Range and Average of Financial Assistance: $0. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1994, the Service anticipates receiving between 650 and 700 applications; the number awarded will be dependent on funding. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Endangered Species Act, 50 CFR 81, and Program Information in the Federal Aid Manual. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: See Catalog Appendix IV for addresses. Headquarters Office: Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior, Washington DC 20240. Contact: Jamie Rappaport Clark. Telephone: (703) 358-2171. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 15.600, Anadromous Fish Conservation; 15.605, Sport Fish Restoration; 15.611, Wildlife Restoration; 15.975, Research Information. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Determine mortality rates and cause of death for sea otters. Reintroduce the Hiko White River springfish. Determine distribution of San Francisco garter snake. Investigate the life history of the Plymouth red-bellied turtle. Conduct ferret survey and ferret distemper investigations. Conduct predator control to enhance recovery of California least tern. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Projects for grant funding must be submitted by the State fish and wildlife agency. The State must have an approved cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior that provides for sharing responsibilities for endangered species. The project must involve research, protection or management of a State or federally listed endangered species that is in need of protection. Individual projects must compete with other State submissions for funding. 15.614 COASTAL WETLANDS PLANNING, PROTECTION AND RESTORATION ACT (National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants) FEDERAL AGENCY: U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AUTHORIZATION: Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection and Restoration Act, Section 305, Title III, Public Law 101-646, 16 U.S.C. 3954. OBJECTIVES: To grant funds to coastal States to carry out coastal wetlands conservation projects. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Funds are used for acquisition of interests in coastal lands or waters, and for restoration, enhancement or management of coastal wetlands ecosystems on a competitive basis with all coastal States. Must provide for long term conservation of such lands or waters and the hydrology, water quality and fish and wildlife dependent thereon. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Available to all States bordering on the Atlantic, Gulf (except Louisiana), and Pacific coasts, States bordering the Great Lakes, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Trust Territories of the Pacific Islands, and American Samoa. Beneficiary Eligibility: Participation limited only to States, territories or Commonwealths as designated in the applicant eligibility section. Credentials/Documentation: Costs will be determined in accordance with 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, 'Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments." Section 12.62 (of the common rule) identifies Federal cost principles for determining allowable costs. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: The standard application forms furnished by the Federal agency and required by 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, 'Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments," must be used for this program. Environmental assessment is required where actions will significantly affect the human environment. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, 'Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Application Procedure: Participating States will submit an application for Federal assistance, a statement of assurances, and a narrative description. Award Procedure: The Director of the Fish and Wildlife Service will select projects to be funded based on established criteria. Deadlines: Each State must submit proposals not later than September 1 for funding that fiscal year. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Approximately 120 days. Appeals: Differences of opinion about substantiality of proposals are considered by the Regional Directors. Final determination rests with the Director of the Fish and Wildlife Service. Renewals: Funding of Projects selected for multiple-year financing is contingent on the availability of funds in future fiscal years. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: The Federal share of project costs is not to exceed 50 percent; except that the Federal share may be increased to 75 percent if a coastal State has established a trust fund for the purpose of acquiring coastal wetlands, other natural areas or open spaces. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Projects normally funded through annual segments. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: A Performance Report is required for each annual segment within 90 days after the end of the segment. Audits: For awards made under this Program, grantees and subgrantees are responsible for obtaining audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act of 1934 (31 U.S.C. 7501-7) and the Department of the Interior implementing regulations, 43 CFR Part 1, Subpart B, 'Audit Requirements for State and Local Governments." Records: Cost records must be maintained separately for each project. Records, accounts and supporting documents must be retained for three years after submission of final request for reimbursement. Wetland grants were used to restore 583 acres of wetlands and acquire 3,788 acres of new wetlands. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Draft guide lines have been prepared and are under Departmental review prior to publication in the Federal Register. Federal Aid Handbook; Federal Aid in Fish and Wildlife Restoration Annual Report (limited number available at no cost). INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: See Catalog Appendix IV for addresses. Headquarters Office: Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior, Washington, DC 20240. Contact: Columbus H. Brown. Telephone: (703) 358-2156. Use the same number for FTS. RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.405, Anadromous Fish Conservation Act Program; 15.600, Anadromous Fish Conservation; 15.605, Sport Fish Restoration; 15.611, Wildlife Restoration; 15.612, Endangered Species Conservation. EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Coastal Wetland grants were used to restore wetlands under State ownership and to acquire new wetlands. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Project must be submitted by the State agency having responsibility for acquisition of interests in coastal lands or waters, and for the restoration, management or enhancement of coastal wetlands ecosystems. Purpose of the project must be consistent with the purpose and conditions of the Act. 15.615 COOPERATIVE ENDANGERED SPECIES CONSERVATION FUND FEDERAL AGENCY: U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AUTHORIZATION: Endangered Species Act of 1973, 16 U.S.C. 1361 et seq., as amended in 1988 by Public Law 100-478. OBJECTIVES: To provide Federal financial assistance to any State, through its appropriate State agency, which has entered into a cooperative agreement to assist in the development of programs for the conservation of endangered and threatened species. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: The assistance provided to the State fish and wildlife agency for endangered and threatened species, can include animal, plant, and habitat surveys, research, planning, management, land acquisition, protection, and public education. Assistance is restricted to those State agencies with which the Fish and Wildlife Service has a current cooperative agree ment. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: Participation limited to State agencies that have entered into a cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior. Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, Pacific Trust Territories and the Virgin Islands are also eligible to enter into cooperative agreements. Beneficiary Eligibility: All States and territories that have entered into a cooperative agreement with the Secretary of the Interior. Credentials/Documentation: A current cooperative agreement(s) between the Secretary of the Interior and the State Conservation agency(s) concerning endangered and threatened species is necessary. Costs will be determined in accordance with 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, 'Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments." Section 12.62 (of the common rule), identifies Federal cost principles for determining allowable costs. Separate agreements for animals and plants are normally made with each State's responsible agency. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: The standard application forms furnished by the Federal agency and required by 43 CFR Part 12, Subpart C, 'Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments," must be used for this program. This program is eligible for coverage under E. O. 12372, 'Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Application Procedure: A standard application for Federal assistance is submitted which will cover the entire endangered species plans for one State. Funds are obligated by signature on a project agreement. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110. Award Procedure: Project approval or disapproval is generally made by notification means of a signed application and project agree ment. Deadlines: None. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: None specified. |