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Coastal Miami Restoration Project
Table of Contents
Title Page _page I
Project I.ocation
Map page 2
Work Plan .pages 3-8
Budget and Budget
Narrative pages 9-I 0
Section 3{)6A Project
Checklist pages 1 I-16
1 fldangered 'Species List page 1 7
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I'roieel 'Title:: .Coastal Miami Restoration Project
(PI initiative Priority Area(s); .Access to C%mistal Resources
Applicant Name and Name o1'Partner 1:111ity 1it-applicable):
_City of Miami
Official contact Name: I.iilian P. Blondes
Title: Director, City of Miami Mice o1'Grants AdministrationPhone/Fax: 305-4I -1 5 i(l
Email Address: Ihlondct; nlianligpv.com
Postal Address: 444 5.l1/4'. 2.1Avenue, 5d. Floor
Miami. FI. 33130
Applicant 1)LUNS Number: 072110791
Proposed Proicci Manager Name: G loria Antia _-_ Email: (iAntra(cr mIaml>>ov.e+'n1
Certification Statement
"By signing this title page, the undersigned certifies that:
This application is in all respects fair and submitted in good faith without collusion or fraud:
Il. If-selecied through this application process, the recipient lvill work in good faith and in (partnership ticith the
Florida Coastal Management Program to manage its subgrant in a timely and accurate manner:
t'. ,\nv funds awarded as a result of this application process will not be used to supplant or replace ,Inv slate or
local funds:
tl Any funds awarded as a result of this application process will not he used as matching funds to apply for or
receive other federal funds:
e. No federal funds will be used as match lily funds awarded as a result of this application process:
I'. The applicant local government's adopted comprehensive plan has been found to be in compliance with
Chapter 163. Part 11, F.S.:
g. 111 construction is proposed] The applicant has conducted preliminary consultation with appropriate federal.
State, regional and local regulatory agencies regarding any construction proposed In the application and has
documented the results of the C0I1SUltation in the Protect Description section of the Work Plan:
h. III' construction projects, habitat restoration or iry alive species removal are proposed] The property on which
these itetivities will lake place is owned or leased by the applicant or the applicant holds a sufficient easement:
and
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Signature
Date
i'signed ha - lull authority to hind the applicant, -
Lillian P. 131ondet, Director, City of Miami Office of'Grants Administration
Naive & 'Title
If applicant is a Florida college, community college, stale university. regional p;atnning council. national estuary
program or non-prc1111 group. include the signature. name, and title ot'contacl lOr partnering entity: the name of the
eligible county or city partner: and the date
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Signature o1' Partner Name & Title
Form (2S- t,i111.t. FAC, FItivaiu_ 1J 2 In
County or City- Partner Entity Date
B. PROJECT LOCATION MAP
Include a project location map no larger than 8%2" x 11".
(10 pts.)*
Locations throughout the Mabel Miller Trail where wayfinding, interpretive and
educational signage will be placed
Outline of Mabel Miller Trail area at Virginia Kay
MI Area proposed for restoration (2017 Coastal Partnership Initiative)
Area restored in 2013 through the Coastal Partnership initiative
City of Miami:
Coastal Miami Restoration Project Location Map
(Virginia Key)
crrated by City of Marl l r'annirg F. TcnE^„2 CIP.patirreni 1 (1'17/2018
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C. WORK PLAN (Expand text boxes as needed, keeping within the 10-page Work Plan limit)
This section describes the project and cannot exceed 10 single sided pages or 5 double sided pages. if letters of
support or other materials are submitted to address the Work Plan components below,. these items will count
toward the maximum 10 pages of the application Work Plan; any additional pages or Appendices will be
discarded and not considered in the evaluation of the application. The Title Page, Location Map, 13udget and
Budget Narrative do not count toward the 10-page Iimit of the Work Plan,
1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION.
a. Describe in detail the activi or work to be conducted; include .ro ect location information. 05 pts.)
Virginia Key is a 1,000-acre barrier island containing a variety of upland, and wetland plant communities
including sea -grass beds and inter -tidal sand/mud flats, mangrove and herbaceous wetlands, beach dune
communities and a coastal maritime hammock. The island is located in Biscayne Bay, Township 54, Range
42, Sections 16, and 17, South of Fisher Island. North of Key Biscayne, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to
the cast, and by Biscayne Bay to the west. Although there has been some limited development, the island is
non-residential and remains largely in its natural state.
The island is owned jointly by the City of Miami and Miami -Dade County and contains more than three
hundred (300) acres of mangroves, approximately sixteen (16) acres of maritime hammock one of the
rarest and most endangered plant communities in the County due to coastal development, and eighteen (18)
acres of -beach and dune communities. The proposed project will serve as a continuation of the work
completed in 2013 with FCMP funds (as shown on the Project Location Map), and will carefully extend the
Virginia Key coastal hammock nature trail created in 2000, adjacent to and through both wetland and dune
ecosystems.
The proposed project areas are currently overrun by invasive plant species, including Schinus terebinthifolius
(Brazilian Pepper), Casuarina equisctifolia (Australian Pine), Colubrina asiatica (Latherleal) and Scacvola
serica (Half -flower). A significant component of the project will involve the removal of invasive, exotic plant
species lateral to the trail. The City of Miami will perform the removal of these invasive, exotic plant species
at the frequency of four (4) hours per week. Additionally, volunteer gaups dedicated to the improvement of
Virginia Key such as HandsOn Miami, will donate their time and services on a monthly basis to contribute to
the progress of the project. The removed exotic plant species will be replaced with native plant species from
the City of Miami Virginia Key Native Plants Nursery which will include but will not be limited to, Scacvola
plumieri (Inkberry), Forestiera segregate (Florida Privet), Sabal palmetto (Sabal Palm), Chrysobalanus icaco
(Cocoplum), Coccoloba uvifera (Sea Grape) and Rhizophora mangle (Red Mangrove).
Matching funds from the City of Miami will be utilized for staff to remove invasive, exotic plant species and
rcjplace them with native plant species from our nursery, creating a nature trail. The Coastal Partnership
Initiative funds will be utilized for durable educational signage and wayfinding signage and for purchasing
additional equipment to remove invasive/exotic plant species from the project location. The objective of the
project is to make the wetland and dune ecosystems more accessible for educational and ecological purposes
serving the local community while ensuring the continued protection and preservation of these critical,
unique and essential natural resources.
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h. Describe specific project objectives, tasks, and deliverables and related timelines Air each. Objectives
and tasks should clearly relate to the project description. (20 pts.)
Coastal Miami Restoration Project Agenda (Jul' 1, 2017 — June 30, 2018)
Task
Invasive Exotic Plant Removal of
the South East Portion of the
Proposed Trail
Timeline
15 weeks
Objectives/Deliverables
Selective invasive exotic removals
will be performed through hand
pulling and the use ofchainsaws.
The removal will be primarily of
three (3) species: Brazilian
Pepper, Cane Grass, and Lather
leaf. Employees will be working
four hours a week, flours will be
designated according to
assignment: Exotic removal,
debris removal, planting trees,
irrigation and chemical control.
InivasivE Exotic Plant Removal of
the Northwest Portion of the
Proposed Trail
15 Weeks
Reforestation of'the Southeast
Portion of the Trail and Irrigation
Sc/wdiile
4 Weeks
Selective invasive exotic removals
will be performed through hand
pulling and the use of chainsaws.
The removal will be primarily of
three (3) species: Brazilian
Pepper, Cane Grass, and Lather
leaf. This task will require
reduced work levels due to
previous work activity,
The areas from which the invasive
exotic plant species have been
removed will be reforested with
three native plant species
produced in the Virginia Key
Native Plants Nursery. The use of
plants that have been produced
from existing Virginia Key Beach
Park plants (the "gene pool) will
maintain and conserve the genetic
integrity of Virginia Key
Hammock plants. The plant
species include but are not limited
to: inkherry, Florida privet, Sea
grape, Satin Leaf, Wild Lithe,
Spanish Stoppers, and other native
trees). Plants will he irrigated
twice weekly during the six
months of the "rainy season."
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Rcforectarion of the Northwest
Portion of the Trail and Irrigation
Schechrlc'
4 Weeks
The areas from which the invasive
exotic plant species have been
removed will be reforested with
three native plant species
cultivated in the Virginia key
Native Plants Nursery. The use of
plants that have been cultivated
from existing Virginia Key Beach
Park plants (the "gene pool) will
maintain and conserve the genetic
integrity of Virginia Key
Hammock plants. The plant
species include but are not limited
I to: Inkbcrry. Florida privet, Sea
grape. Satin Leaf, Wild Lime,
Spanish Stoppers, and other native
trees). Plants will be irrigated
twice weekly during the six
months of the "rainy season."
Signagelnstallation. Project
"Wrap -Up"
2 Weeks
A number of signs will be
installed with interpretative signs
educating the public about the
different type of trees and habitats
that arc found around the area.
We will also incorporate way-
tindi.ng signs that delineate and
guide people through the different
trails.
40 Weeks
2. PROJECT NEED AND BENEFIT.
. Ex lain the demonstratcd need, which the .ro°ect addresses.
(25 pts.)
Virginia Key provides habitat for at least four (4) endangered species, four (4) threatened species, three (3)
locally rare and commercially exploited species and four (4) protected species. The scope of work includes
the restoration and enhancement of thirty-two (32) acres of the east coast of Virginia Key which includes
three (3) ecosystems: dunes, mangrove vegetation (wetlands) and coastal hammocks_
The designated thirty-two (32) acre area was reported in 1992 to be part of a highly endangered habitat type
in Dade County —only 128 acres of coastal acreage remain. The inherent value of vegetative biodivcrsity of
Virginia Key Beach Park is high, as represented by the existence of the most conserved population of
Lantlioxylum coriaceum (Prickly Ash) found within the State of Florida. Other endangered species identified
as existing within the area include Okenia hypogaea (Beach Peanut) and Remirea maritima (Beach Star). The
ecosystem is also invaluable to local fauna as dune areas adjacent to the proposed nature trail are prime
nesting habitats for turtles. Among plant species, transitional areas of Red Mangrove, White Mangrove and
Black Man ove remain rclativel abundant_
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b. Explain how the proposed project meets the purpose of at least one CPI priority area. (10 pts.)
The proposed project meets the CPI priority area, Access to Coastal Resources, with tit•laieh communities
identify and improve public access 1(7 cultural, historical and natural areas while protecting resources from
overuse and damage. Through the thoughtful, strategic stewardship of the resource. the City's Department of
Parks and Recreation seeks to remove exotic plant species and provide physical public access for visitors to
the fascinating ecological resources of Virginia Key Beach Park. By establishing (through the creation of the
proposed nature trail) safe, sensitive public access that reflects the essential requirement of respect for and
protection of Virginia Key Beach Park's coastal resources. The Department has continued its efforts to
preserve the gene pool of Virginia Key Beach Park, and this source of plant materials will he exclusively
utilized in the proposed plantings for the project.
The tneans and methods employed in the execution of the proposed project will rely on manual labor, and no
intrusion by heavy equipment will occur. Staging points will be established beyond the bounds of the project
area, selected for minimal impact to which debris will be hand carried and from which new native plan
materials for revegetation purposes will also be hand carried to points of installation. Pre -project educational
sessions will be mandatory for all volunteers, and close daily monitoring of all activities will be maintained.
c. Discuss the extent to which the project will improve the management and protection of coastal resources.
(25 pts.)
All ecosystems —formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their environment and one
another —manifest a delicate balance of order. This balance ensures that the system will function and that it
will adequately provide for the plants, animals and humans that depend on it. Change in environmental
conditions or interdependencies that have been established and that have effectively functioned over time,
resulting in the undesirable manipulation of these organisms, will cause the system to malfunction or to fail
completely. Our proposal seeks to take one more step in a process that will, over time, ensure the continued
protection, preservation and enhancement of our coastal resources concurrent with elevating the level of
understanding through educational access of all visitors.
Removing invasive and Exotics: Once invasive and exotic species arc removed, the view of the area will be
significantly enhanced and the installation of native plant species will complement the existing ecosystem,
offering expanded habitat for faunal and avian species.
Species Enhancement and Expansion: Endangered and highly threatened plant species populations will be
expanded by the introduction of additional numbers of existing plant species al the project site, and will be
installed in conditions that are excellent for proliferation.
Education: Visitors will better understand the value of the coastal areas through signage and informational
tours, thereby contributing to the protection of wetland and coastal areas. One anticipated outcome is that the
conununity will see the importance of maintaining the health of this uniquely vulnerable ecosystem.
Completion of the proposed project will provide community visitors with opportunities to observe a
spectrum of native, endangered/highly threatened plant species through educational signage and recreational
accommodation. The proposed project will also provide community visitors with opportunities for personal
observation including shoreline and water views; exposure to the three ecosystems (wetland, coastal
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hammock, dune areas); historical interface and transition across these adjacent ecosystems; and observation
of the unique native and migratory avifauna.
d. Discuss how project is feasible and can be completed within one year. (10 Pts.)
The City of Miami Parks and Recreation Department staff who will be responsible for the Coastal Miami
Restoration project have a combined 49 years of experience with the City in removing exotic species and
restoring natural habitats. The eight (8) City of Miami staff who will lead the project have the expertise
necessary to complete the project within the one year time frame. Their experience and qualifications
include:
Senior Park Naturalist - has been Parks Naturalist Senior and Arhorist certified since 1996 and has
been responsible for the City of Miami exotic removal program since 1996
Park Naturalist — worked as Executive Director of a non-profit organization dedicated to
environmental education; before becoming City of Miami Park Naturalist in April 2016, worked as a
collaborative partner with the City for over t 0 years to aid with the restoration of natural areas
Grounds Tenders and Laborers — have a combined 29 years of experience with the City of Miami
Parks and Recreation Department removing exotic/invasive species and revegetating natural habitats;
educational and certification experience in management of green areas, management of natural areas,
ecological restoration, green industries best management practices, ornamental, turf and tree
trimming, natural areas management for weed control and aquatic pesticide control from the
University of Florida, IFAS Extension
Additionally for the Coastal Miami Restoration Project, the City of Miami will enlist the help of numerous
volunteers and other organizations with which we have a strong, longstanding partnership concerning
restoration efforts. Annually, the City of Miami Parks and Recreation Department manages over 1,200
volunteers that assist with habitat restoration and environmental outreach.
The City of Miami has a reputable history of successful grant -funded projects at Virginia Key. The Coastal
Miami Restoration Project through the Coastal Partnership Initiative grant, if funded, will be successfully
completed within one year. As with each City of Miami project, the timeline for the Coastal Miami
Restoration Project is detailed and concise and will he completed appropriately. Recently completed projects
at Virginia Key and other City parks include:
The restoration of 12 acres of coastal dune and hammock areas. City of Miami Parks and Recreation
Department natural areas staff completed tree plantings and proper tree establishment through
pruning and watering. 'Thus far, plant survivability has been high —approximately 80%.
As part of the agreement between the Army Corp of Engineers and the City of Miami, the natural
areas staff removed invasive exotics such as Leather Leaf Colubrina asiatica, Seaside Mahoc,
Brazilian Pepper, Scaevola taccada, Australian Pine in a portion of the wetland ecosystem (formally
known as Plot D-8) at Virginia Key. This work provided stabilization of our coastal dunes and
wetland areas.
Trail maintenance through the removal of exotic invasive and controlling native plant species such as
the Dalvergia ecastaphyllum in parts of Virginia Key's Mabel Miller 'Trail.
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In partnership of Miami Dade County RER Department for Improvement of Coastal Areas to
Prevent Sand Erosion, the City's natural areas staff performed exotic removal, trimming and pruning
of vegetation in one of the adjacent Islands Northwest of Virginia Key.
The removal of exotic species such as red sandalwood, and monitoring of endangered species of
Tropidia Polystachya at Alice Wainwright Park.
Maintenance of HIardwood Hammock in two urban parks —Juan Pablo Duarte Park and West End
Park —and inventory of invasive plants in Morningside Park.
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BUDGET and BUDGET NARRATIVE (15 Pts.)
Type dollar amounts only in applicable categories (round to nearest dollar; no cents) and leave other
categories blank. A recipient will be required to provide 100% (1:I) thatching funds, cash or in -kind.
No more than one-half (50%) of match can be provided by a third party.
Budget Category FCMP Funds MATCH Funds
I. Salaries $0 S19,873
2. Fringe Benefits $0 S1,204
3. Travel $0 S0
4. Equipment S30,000 SO
5. Supplies SO S3,000
6. Contractual Services $0 S0
7. Other Expenses $0 S5.971
8. Indirect Charges SO $0
FCMP Total $30,00(1
Match Total S30,048
Total FCMP & Match Funds • $60,048
If budget exceeds the amount shown on the "Total" line above, indicate the total project cost: S N/A
BUDGET NARRATIVE: Describe line items for each applicable budget category shown above. Provide
sufficient detail to show cost relationship to project activities for both FCMP and match items. Indirect
costs are not allowed as match.
Total FCMP Funds Requested $30,000
Salaries: N/A
Fringe Benefits.: N/A
Travel: N/A
Equipment: The $30,000 in Equipment will be used to purchase the following:
• "Three (3) large interpretive signs with descriptions of the different ecosystems in the area totaling
$5.629.17 ($1,876.30 per sign)
• One hundred (100) plant tags and plant identification signs totaling S4,900 ($49 each)
• Ten (10) wayfinding signs totaling $5,000 ($500 per sign)
• Ten (10) plastic signs to educate the public on the restoration work that is being done for the Coastal
Miami Restoration Project at Virginia Key (before and alter photos, information on the planting of
native species and removal of invasives), totaling S5,750 ($575 per sign)
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• One (1) trailer for the mule that the City's natural areas staff use to facilitate more efficient work
completion, totaling $1,212.49
• One (1) mule plow blade to allow natural areas staff to move larger amounts of material to facilitate
a more effective work method, totaling S389.95
• Onc (1) stump grinder to reduce the time spent removing exotic invasive trees. totaling $1,800
• One (1) ground hog auger that will assist in earth -drilling and trenching when revegetating with
native tree species and securely placing interpretive, educational and wayfinding signs throughout
the trail, totaling S3,599
• $1,719.39 for shovels, chainsaws, hand clippers and gloves to be used by the City's natural areas
staff and volunteers as they complete the Coastal Miami Restoration Project
Supplies: N/A
Contractual Services: N/A
Other Expenses: N/A
indirect Charges: N/A
Total Match Funds: $30,048
Salaries: The $19,873 in Salaries for the proposed 40 week project includes pay for eight (8) staff.
• 1 Park Naturalist (for 155 hours of work)
• 1 Senior Park Naturalist (for 80 hours)
• 2 Grounds Tenders (for 160 hours per Tender)
• 1 Laborer (for 160 hours)
• 3 General Laborers (for 160 hours per Laborer)
Fringe Benefits: The $1,204 in Fringe Benefits includes FICA/MICA rates.
Travel: N/A
Equipment: N/A
Supplies: The $3,000 in Supplies for the proposed project includes native plants from the City of Miami
Nursery at Virginia Key Beach Park to be installed at the project site.
Contractual Services: N/A
Other Expenses: The $5,971 in Other Expenses for the proposed project includes the value of volunteer
time.
NOTE: Project costs will be evaluated for reasonability, and the application is eligible for up to 10
points based on the evaluation of costs.
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Section 306A Project Checklist
State Coastal Management Programs (CMPs) shall complete a Section 306A Project Checklist for each Coastal Zone Management
Act (CZMA) section 306A project and submit it to the Stewardship Division, Office for Coastal Management (OCM), National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for approval. Approval of a 306A project requires a completed checklist, signed
by the CMP Program Manager and Stewardship Division Chief; title documentation and appraisal (if applicable); and other
information that may be required by this checklist. These are the primary documents required for NOAA approval, unless
otherwise notified by NOAA. See: Coastal ,Zone Monagernent Act Section 306A Guidance (February 1999) for further information.
I. Grant Number: State; Florida
2. A. Name of Project: Coastal Miarni Restoration Project
B. Address or coordinates for project or, if not available, location description:
4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
3. Project Proponent (must be a public entity): City of Miami (Government Entity)
4. Total Cost:
Federal: State/Local Match:
I ATTEST TO THE FOLLOWING: (1) THE STATEMENTS MADE AND OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS CHECKLIST ARt, TO THE
BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, TRUE AND ACCURATE; (2) THE PROJECT DESCRIBED IN THIS CHECKLIST IS CONSISTENT WITH
CZMA SECTION 306A AND OCM'S SECTION 306A GUIDANCE; (3) THE STATE HAS ON FILE THE DOCUMENTS IDENTIFIED IN THIS
CHECKLIST; AND (4) I UNDERSTAND THE CONSEQUENCES, AS DESCRIBED IN OCM'S SECTION 306A GUIDANCE, IF THE PROJECT
DESCRIBED IN THIS CHECKLIST DOES NOT COMPLY WITH CZMA SECTION 306A AND OCM'S SECTION 306A GUIDANCE.
Signature of State Coastal Management Program Manager
Name of Signatory (please print or type);
Title:
Address; i.
Phone Number:
Date
The signature below by the Chief, Stewardship Division, OCM/NOAA, is NOAA's approval that the applicable special award condition
is satisfied and releases the federal CZMA section 306A funds for the project described in this Checklist.
Joelle Gore Date
Chief, Stewardship Division
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5. Project Eligibility: ❑ 306A(b)(4) (development of process for aquaculture)
b. 306A Uses (Check all that apply):
a. 306A Objectives (Check all that apply):
❑ 306A(c)(2)(A) (fee simale or other interest in land)
X 306A(b)(1)(A) (preservation or restoration of areas
designated in the state CMP) ❑ 306A(c)(2)(B) (low-cost construction projects)
identify APC or APR: APC #6
❑ 306A(c)(2)(C)(i) (revitalize urban waterfronts -piers)
❑ 306A(b)(1)(B) (preservation or restoration of coastal
resource of national significance or restoring or ❑ 306A(c)(2)(C)(ii) (revitalize urban waterfronts -shoreline
enlancing shellfish production/clutch) stabilization)
Identify coastal resource:
❑ 306A(b)(2) (redevelopment of deteriorating or
underused urban waterfronts designated as APCs in the
state's CMP)
Identify APC or APR: 0 306A(c)(2)(E) (educational, and other management
costs, including aquaculture process)
❑ 306A(c)(2)(C)(iii) (revitalize ,zrban waterfronts -pilings)
X 306A(b)(3) (providing public access to coastal areas)
❑ 306A(c)(2)(D) (designs and other 306A reports, including
aquaculture process)
6. Project Description (briefly describe the project and project location —do not simply reference the task description from the
CZM grant application):
Virginia Key is a 1,000-acre harrier island located in Biscayne Bay and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Virginia Key
contains a variety of upland and wetland plant ecosystems, including mangroves, dunes anc coastal maritime hammock, and
provides habitat for endangered and threatened species. The City of Miami is improving public access to Virginia Key's coastal and
marine resources by extending the coastal hammock nature trail that is adjacent to and through the wetlands and dunes; however,
the project site is overrun by invasive plants (i,e. Brazilian Pepoer, Australian Pine). The City will use FCMP funds towards a
component of this project, specifically, to design and install durable educational signage and purchase equipment to remove
invasive/exotic plants from the project site. Matching funds will be used towards the work for removal of invasives (staff salaries,
volunteer hours) and the purchase/planting of native vegetation including Saba' Palm, Cocoplum, Sea Grape and Red Mangrove. A
project location map is included with this request.
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Public Benefit:
a. The project (or acquisition) will be located on a property that is publicly owned or accessible via a publicly -held easement.
X Yes No
b. The project will be for public benefit. X Yes Il -; No
c. The project will not improve private property and/or result in private or commercial gain, X Yes j No
If the answer to any of the above is No, the project is not eligible for section 306A funding.
d. The state or sub -recipient will need to secure an easement or lease to conduct the proect (i.e., because the state or sub
recipient does not own the property). Yes X No
If the answer to 7d is Yes, attach a copy of the easement or lease to this checklist; -f No. go on to 7e.
What is the term of the easerent or lease (provide date of expiration or specify if in perpetuity)? N/A
The easement or lease contains a reversionary clause. — Yes No X N/A
e. The project will be open to the general public. X Yes. "v No C N/A
if the answer to 7e is No, the project is not eligible for section 306A funding unless access is to be limited for a legitimate
reason, such as public safety, resource protection, or scientific research. Attach an explanation for why the project will
not be open to the public and describe the public benefits that would be providec by the project in the absence of public
access.
f. The public will be charged a user fee to access the project, 7 Yes X No - N/A
If the answer to 7f is Yes, attach an explanation for the user fee, including the amount, whether there will be differential
fees (and a justification thereof), the need for the tees, and proposed use of the revenue.
8. Involvement of Non-profit organizations:
The state CMP or sub -recipient will contract with a non-profit organization to complete part or all of the project. LI
Yes X No
If the answer to 8 is Yes, the name of the organization is: N/A
9A. Supporting Documentation for Low -Cost Construction Projects (if your project is land acquisition, skip to 98):
a. A title opinion, title insurance commitment/certificate, or affidavit showing that the property on which the proposed project
will be located is publicly owned, leased, or under easement in perpetuity or for the expected Ii`e of the project (at least 20
years) is attached. Yes No X N/A (not a low-cost construction project)
b. The state CMP has on file a site plan for the project. 7.7 Yes X No
c. The state CMP has on file a site location map for the project Yes X No
IGo on to 10.)
9B. Supporting Documentation for Land Acquisition Projects:
a. A title opinion or title insurance commitment/certificate showirg that the property to be acquired is owned by the
contracted seller and is free of encumbrances that could affect the future viability of the property in its intended use is
attached. Yes L No X N/A
b. The State or grant sub -recipient has obtained an independent appraisal of the 'air market value for the property to be
purchased that was developed pursuant to OCM's Section 306A Guidance. Yes - No X N/A
10. National Historic Preservation Act and State Historic Preservation Office's (SHPO's) Clearance:
The project will affect sites listed or eligible to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places or a similar State registry
Yes X No
a. The state CMP has on file the SHPO's clearance. s Yes X No
b. If the answer to 10b is No, the CMP Program Manager certifies that, by signing this checklist, the State wit work with NOAA
to obtain SHPO/THPO clearance and that work will not begin and/or land will not be ptrchased until the SHPO clearance is
received.
11. Flood Disaster Protection Act, Executive Order 11988 Floodplain Management, and the National Flood Insurance
Program:
a. The project involves construction, improvements, and/or land acquisition to support construction or improvements.
X Yes No (If the answer to 11a is no, go on to 12)
b. The project will be located in a Special Flood Hazard Area (e,g„ Zones A, At: or A .-30, AH, AO, AR, A99, Coastal A, V, VE or
V1-30) shown on a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Flood Insurance Rare Map, X Yes No
If the answer to lib is Yes, the zone(s) is 12086C0481L (If the answer to lib is No, go on to 12)
Information is generally available from local community planning or building permit departments. Flood Insurance Rate
Maps are also available at frttp5://rnsc.fema.gov.
C. The community in which the project will be located is participating in the NFIP. X Yes No
If the answer to 11c is No, the project is not eligible for section 306A funding.
A list of participating communities is available at riLtii..Lyw! JE, .1,.
Note: A local floodplain permit may be required if the project meets the NFIP's definition of deveioprnent, which is "any man-
made change to improved or unimproved real estate, including but not limited to buildings or other structures, rnining,
dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations or storage of equipment or materials."
12. Coastal Barrier Resources Act:
The project is located on a coastal barrier island designated as a unit of the Coastal Barriers Resources System. X Yes
No
I the answer to :2 is Yes, the unit number is FL-22P
If the answer to 12 is Yes and the unit number does not end in a "P" attach to this checklist a brief analysis as to how the
proposed project is consistent with the three CBRA purposes: to minimize (1) the Icss of human life, (2) wasteful federal
expenditures, and (3) damage to fish, wildlife and other natural resources.
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Coastal Barrier Resource System Maps are available at ht!n.,,/www.rws,govichra,!Mapvin.mallii.
13. Endangered Species Act:
a. There are known listed threatened or endangered plant or animal species or their critical habits• (as defined by the
Endangered Species Act) that are under the jurisdiction of the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) or U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service (USFWS) on the proposed project site. X Yes - No
If the answer to 13a is Yes, attach a list of the species anc/or their critical habitats as listed on the Endangered Species Webpage
at h:tp.,:f W .tWS.gov%eirdhp'geieu/.
b. The proposed project may have adverse effects on species listed or proposed for listing as endangered or threatened or or
their designated critical habitats. - Yes X No
If the answer to 13b is Yes, attach a description of the species and/or habitats affected, the adverse effects (minor and
significant effects), and any coordination that has occurred between the state and the USFWS or NMFS. OCM will not
approve a project that USFWS or NMFS has determined will have significant adverse effects on listed species or their
critical habitat.
14. National Environmental Policy Act
a. The proposed project may significantly affect the quality of the human environment. .7ji Yes X No
b. The proposed project involves unresolved conflicts concerning alternative uses of available resources. ❑ Yes X No
c. This action may have significant adverse effects on public health and safety. Yes X No
d. This action may have highly controversial effects to the human environment. Yes X No
e. This action may have highly uncertain and potentially significant environmental effects or involve unique or unknown risks.
- Yes a No
f. The project may have significant adverse impacts on other natural resources not covered elsewhere in this checklist,
e.g., beaches anc dunes, wetlands, estuarine areas, wildlife habitat, wild or scenic rivers, reefs, or other coastal resources.
Yes X No
e. The project's effects may be individually insignificant, but their addition to effects from existing and reasonably foreseeable
actions may result in cumulatively significant impacts. C Yes X No
If the answer to a-1y one subpart of 14 is Yes, then additional NEPA review and documentation may be required. Attach a
description of the resource(s) affected, the nature and scope of the effects, and information explaining why the state or sub
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-ecipient believes an Environmental Assessment (EA) or an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) should not be required.
OCM may require additional information in cases where potential impacts are not clearly described or where probable impacts
require an EA or EIS.
15. Environmental Justice:
The project will have disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects on minority or low income
populations. Yes X No
16. Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Program:
The project will employ best management practices as appropriate in conformance with the applicable State's Coastal Nonpoint
Pnlfutiort Control Program. 1 Yes E No X N/A
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17. Americans with Disabilities Act:
The proposed project will be accessible to people with disabilities. X Yes f ' No I N/A
If the answer to 17 is No, attach an explanation for how the project conforms with ADA requirements as described in OCM's
Section 306A Guidance. It the project does not meet the requirements, it will not be approved.
18. State and Local Laws:
The project is consistent with applicable state and local laws. X Yes 7 No If the
answer Is No, the project will notbe approved.
19. Tribal Interests:
a. The project is located on or will affect Tribal lands. T Yes X No (If No, go on to 20)
b. The project is consistent with applicable tribal laws. Yes 7 No
If No, the project will not be approved.
20. Required permits:
Please list local, state, tribal or federal permits required for this project and the status of the permits. If the permits have not
been obtained, then the state CMP Program Manager certifies, by signing this checklist, that the State CMP {or other public.
entity) is seeking the required local, state and federal permits and that work will not begin or land will not be purchased until
the permits have been issued and received by the state CM P.
N/A
OMB Control If 0648-0119, expires 01/31/2019. OCM requires this information in order to adequately assess the eligibility of
proposed CZMA section 306A projects. Public reporting burden for this collection of information ;s estimated to average 5 hours per
response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed,
and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of
this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to Chief, Stewardship Division, OCM, 130S Fast West
Hwy., 10`'' Floor, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910. This reporting is required under and is authorized under
16 U.S.C. 1455a. Inforrnation submitted will be treated as public records. Notwithstanding any other provision of the law, no person
is required to respond to, nor shall any person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with, a collectior of information subject
to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection displays a currently valid OMB Control Number.
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VIRGINIA KEY RARE PLANTS/PLANTS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
Virginia Key is one of the last South Florida barrier islands remaining in a near -natural state. Virginia Key
Contains a high diversity of plants within habitats such as beach dune, coastal strand, maritime
hammock and mangrove tidal swamp. Below is a list of the 15 plant species of special interest on
Virginia Key, which include rare and protected species.
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Coccothrinax argentata
Croton glandulosus var
florida nus
Croton punctatus
Cyperus pedunculatus
COMMON NAME
Florida silver palm
Florida vente conmigo
beach tea
beachstar
Genipa clusilfolia seven year apple
Jacquemontia reclinata
Okenia hypogaea
Reynosia septentrionalis
Scaevola plumiari
Zamia integrifolia
Zanthoxylum coriaceum
Avicennia germinans
Laguncularia racemosa
Rhizophora mangle
Uniola paniculta
beach clustervine
beach peanut
darlingplum
inkberry
coontie
STATUS
State threatened
Locally imperiled**
Locally rare**
Biscayne prickly -ask
black mangrove
white mangrove
red mangrove
sea oats
State endangered
Locally rare**
Federally endangered
State endangered
State threatened
State threatened
Commercially exploited
State endangered
State protected
State protected
State protected
State protected
*discovered recently and not on any existing site plant lists
**locally rare and imperiled status designated by the Institute for Regional Conservation:
http://regionalconservation.org/
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