Opportunity Information: Apply for NPS NOIP17AC01120
This funding opportunity describes a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement supported by the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) to restore degraded coastal wetland and wet woods habitats on South Bass Island and Middle Bass Island in Lake Erie, Ohio, focused on lands surrounding Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial (PEVI). The core purpose is ecological restoration on islands with high population density, limited public land, and heavily impacted natural areas, where remaining publicly accessible parcels are often in poor condition and need active rehabilitation. The project targets roughly 18 acres for restoration or enhancement, aligning with GLRI priorities and NPS resource management goals for Great Lakes coastal systems.
The planned work centers on practical, on-the-ground restoration actions carried out by the Put-In-Bay Township Park District using a mix of paid labor and volunteer support. Activities include surveying and assessing site conditions, removing invasive species that are degrading wetland and wet woods communities, and re-establishing native vegetation through planting at the highest priority locations. Site prioritization is structured to maximize measurable outcomes and long-term success. Preference is given to areas where restoration is most likely to succeed within the project timeframe (for example, smaller patches that can be completed effectively rather than larger areas requiring multi-year commitments), to locations where efforts can fully complete restoration for discrete areas, and to priorities refined through coordination with park staff and other partners. If initial actions reveal additional needs or gaps, further restoration tasks may be identified to ensure the project meets its ecological objectives.
The opportunity lays out a straightforward schedule of milestones tied to FY2017 funding: funds are provided in fall 2017, field work begins in spring 2018, and on-the-ground work is expected to be completed by fall 2018. Progress is tracked using a Great Lakes Action Plan II measure (Measure of Progress 4.1.3), which counts the number of acres of Great Lakes coastal wetlands protected, restored, or enhanced through GLRI-funded projects. The anticipated result from this award is restoration or enhancement across 18 acres, providing a concrete acreage-based deliverable that supports broader Great Lakes wetland recovery goals.
Roles and responsibilities are clearly divided between the recipient and NPS. The Put-In-Bay Township Park District agrees to coordinate planning with PEVI staff, the NPS GLRI Coordinator and Assistant, and the local community; manage and oversee work groups conducting restoration; and share results with NPS and the community. NPS agrees to collaborate on prioritizing restoration sites and actions, provide training if needed, supply vehicles if needed, and contribute staff support to work alongside the Township Park District during restoration efforts. This structure reflects the cooperative agreement model, where federal staff participation and shared implementation responsibilities are part of project delivery rather than a simple pass-through grant.
Administratively, the notice emphasizes that this is not a request for applications and is not a competitive funding opportunity. It is a public notice of NPS's intent to make a non-competitive award to a specific eligible entity, identified as the Put-In-Bay Township Park District. The listing includes key program details: it is a discretionary cooperative agreement under CFDA 15.944, categorized under community development, environment, and natural resources, with an expected single award. The posted award ceiling is $325,000, and the opportunity is associated with funding opportunity number NPS NOIP17AC01120, originally dated July 27, 2017, with an original closing date of August 14, 2017, reflecting the administrative timeline for issuing the notice rather than an open application period.Apply for NPS NOIP17AC01120
- The National Park Service in the community development, environment, natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Restoration of wet woods and coastal wetland areas around Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial on South Bass Island, OH (Lake Erie)- GLRI" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.944.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2017-07-27.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2017-08-14. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $325,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity about?
This opportunity is a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement supported by the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) to restore degraded coastal wetland and wet woods habitats on South Bass Island and Middle Bass Island in Lake Erie, Ohio. The work is focused on lands surrounding Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial (PEVI).
What is the main purpose of the project?
The core purpose is ecological restoration and rehabilitation of remaining publicly accessible natural areas on islands where high population density, limited public land, and heavy impacts have left many parcels in poor condition and in need of active restoration.
Where will the work take place?
The project targets sites on South Bass Island and Middle Bass Island in Lake Erie, Ohio, with emphasis on areas surrounding Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial (PEVI).
How many acres are expected to be restored or enhanced?
The anticipated result is restoration or enhancement across approximately 18 acres of coastal wetland and wet woods habitat.
What types of habitats are being restored?
The work focuses on Great Lakes coastal wetlands and wet woods communities that have been degraded and require active rehabilitation.
What restoration activities are included in the planned work?
Planned activities include surveying and assessing site conditions, removing invasive species that are degrading targeted communities, and re-establishing native vegetation through planting at the highest priority locations.
Who will carry out the on-the-ground restoration work?
The Put-In-Bay Township Park District will carry out practical, on-the-ground restoration actions using a mix of paid labor and volunteer support.
How will restoration sites be prioritized?
Site prioritization is structured to maximize measurable outcomes and long-term success. Preference is given to areas where restoration is most likely to succeed within the project timeframe (for example, smaller patches that can be completed effectively rather than larger areas requiring multi-year commitments), to locations where efforts can fully complete restoration for discrete areas, and to priorities refined through coordination with park staff and other partners.
Can the scope of restoration work change after field work begins?
Yes. If initial actions reveal additional needs or gaps, additional restoration tasks may be identified to ensure the project meets its ecological objectives.
What is the project schedule tied to the FY2017 funding?
According to the milestone schedule described, funds are provided in fall 2017, field work begins in spring 2018, and on-the-ground work is expected to be completed by fall 2018.
How will progress and results be measured?
Progress is tracked using Great Lakes Action Plan II Measure of Progress 4.1.3, which counts the number of acres of Great Lakes coastal wetlands protected, restored, or enhanced through GLRI-funded projects. The key deliverable anticipated from this award is an acreage-based result of roughly 18 acres restored or enhanced.
What roles and responsibilities does the Put-In-Bay Township Park District have under this cooperative agreement?
The Put-In-Bay Township Park District agrees to coordinate planning with PEVI staff, the NPS GLRI Coordinator and Assistant, and the local community; manage and oversee work groups conducting restoration; and share results with NPS and the community.
What roles and responsibilities does NPS have under this cooperative agreement?
NPS agrees to collaborate on prioritizing restoration sites and actions, provide training if needed, supply vehicles if needed, and contribute staff support to work alongside the Township Park District during restoration efforts.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant?
This is a cooperative agreement model where federal staff participation and shared implementation responsibilities are part of project delivery. It is not described as a simple pass-through grant; NPS will be actively involved alongside the recipient as outlined in the roles and responsibilities.
Is this opportunity open for applications?
No. The notice states it is not a request for applications and not a competitive funding opportunity. It is a public notice of NPS's intent to make a non-competitive award.
Who is the intended recipient of this non-competitive award?
The notice identifies the Put-In-Bay Township Park District as the specific eligible entity intended to receive the award.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The listing indicates an expected single award.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling) listed?
The posted award ceiling is $325,000.
What program or assistance listing is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is described as a discretionary cooperative agreement under CFDA 15.944.
What funding initiative supports this work?
This cooperative agreement is supported by the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI).
What is the funding opportunity number for this notice?
The associated funding opportunity number is NPS NOIP17AC01120.
Why does the notice show an original closing date if it is not open for applications?
The notice explains that the dates reflect the administrative timeline for issuing the public notice (including an original closing date of August 14, 2017) rather than an open application period.
How does this project align with broader Great Lakes priorities?
The project aligns with GLRI priorities and NPS resource management goals for Great Lakes coastal systems, with a concrete deliverable tied to the restoration or enhancement of approximately 18 acres of coastal wetland habitat.
What kinds of coordination are expected with the local community?
The Put-In-Bay Township Park District is expected to coordinate planning with the local community and share results with both NPS and the community as part of project delivery.
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