Proposition 68 Regionwide Grants

Purpose: Create, expand, and/or improve public open space in the RMC's territory by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat. Description: RMC Proposition 68 Project Goals and Objectives: Create, expand, and/or improve public open space throughout the region by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat Improve access to open space and low impact recreation for all communities and promote healthy lifestyles Improve habitat quality, quantity, and connectivity through creation, enhancement, preservation, and restoration Connect open space with a network of trails, accessible as appropriate to the site Promote stewardship of the landscape via stakeholder involvement and long-term maintenance(long-term means for a period not less than 20 years) Encourage sustainable growth that balances environmental, social, and economic benefits Maintain and improve flood protection through natural and non-structural systems and ecosystem restoration Establish riverfront greenways to cleanse water, hold floodwaters and extend open space Optimize water resources by improving the quality of surface and ground water and enhance groundwater recharge, to reduce dependence on imported water Coordinate watershed planning across jurisdictions and boundaries Encourage multi-jurisdictional and multi-beneficial planning and implementation projects Involve the public through education and outreach programs Projects will utilize the best available science to inform decisions regarding, state and local water resources. In addition, special consideration will be given to projects that employ new or innovative technology or practices, including decision support tools that support the integration of multiple jurisdictions, including, but not limited to, water supply, flood control, land use, and sanitation. Applications: Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. In addition, RMC staff will look at all Concept Proposals for location, need, project type, readiness, threats, cost, and cost share. RMC staff will offer applicants feedback regarding alignment with priorities, overall merit, and any ineligible costs. RMC staff will select Concept Proposals to move forward and will invite selected applicants to submit Full Applications. Applicants will be provided the Full Application upon RMC invitation. RMC staff are available to work with Applicants during the preparation of the Full Application, as needed. RMC may request Applicants to revise and resubmit Full Applications, as necessary. It is strongly recommended that prospective applicants contact RMC staff for a consultation prior to submitting a Concept Proposal. Eligibility Requirements Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit Public Agency Tribal Government Eligible applicants for projects located within the boundaries of the RMC are: State agencies Federal agencies Tribal entities recognized on the current US Federal Register or the Native American Heritage Commission as a California Native American tribe Local public agencies, including: City or county Water districts School districts Certified local conservation corps Non-profit organizations with a 501(c)(3) designation Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Eligible Geographies: Eligible projects must be located within the RMC's approved territory. Our territory covers eastern Los Angeles County and western Orange County. This vast and varied area includes mountains, valleys, rivers, coastal plain, and coastline. Our interactive map details our territory's boundaries. Matching Funding Requirement: Although not required, preference will be given to applicants who secure matching funding. Important Dates Expected award announcement The date on which the grantor expects to announce the recipient(s) of the grant. Upon Board Approval Period of performance The length of time during which the grant money must be utilized. Project Specific Funding Details Total estimated available funding The total projected dollar amount of the grant. $206,150 Expected number of awards A single grant opportunity may represent one or many awards. Some grantors may know in advance the exact number of awards to be given. Others may indicate a range. Some may wish to and wait until the application period closes before determining how many awards to offer; in this case, a value of “Dependent” will display. 50000 – 206150 Estimated amount per award Grant opportunities representing multiple awards may offer awards in the same amount or in varied amounts. Some may wish to wait until the application period closes before determining per-award amounts; in this case, a value of “Dependent” will display. Dependent Letter of Intent Required? Certain grants require that the recipient(s) provide a letter of intent. Yes ( see Description for details ) Requires Matched Funding? Certain grants require that the recipient(s) be able to fully or partially match the grant award amount with another funding source. No Funding Source: The funding source allocated to fund the grant. It may be either State or Federal (or a combination of both), and be tied to a specific piece of legislation, a proposition, or a bond number. State Funding Source Notes: In 2018, voters approved the Parks, Environment, and Water Bond (Proposition 68). Proposition 68 authorized $4 billion in general obligation bonds for state and local parks, environmental protection projects, water infrastructure projects, and flood protection projects. Funding Method: The manner in which the grant funding will be delivered to the awardee. Funding methods include reimbursements (where the recipient spends out-of-pocket and is reimbursed by the grantor) and advances (where the recipient spends received grant funds directly). Reimbursement(s) Funding Method Notes: Advance Payments may be authorized at the sole discretion of the State and must be reconciled within 30 days. How to Apply State agencies/departments recommend you read the full grant guidelines before applying. 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Purpose: Create, expand, and/or improve public open space in the RMC's territory by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat. Description: RMC Proposition 68 Project Goals and Objectives: Create, expand, and/or improve public open space throughout the region by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat Improve access to open space and low impact recreation for all communities and promote healthy lifestyles Improve habitat quality, quantity, and connectivity through creation, enhancement, preservation, and restoration Connect open space with a network of trails, accessible as appropriate to the site Promote stewardship of the landscape via stakeholder involvement and long-term maintenance(long-term means for a period not less than 20 years) Encourage sustainable growth that balances environmental, social, and economic benefits Maintain and improve flood protection through natural and non-structural systems and ecosystem restoration Establish riverfront greenways to cleanse water, hold floodwaters and extend open space Optimize water resources by improving the quality of surface and ground water and enhance groundwater recharge, to reduce dependence on imported water Coordinate watershed planning across jurisdictions and boundaries Encourage multi-jurisdictional and multi-beneficial planning and implementation projects Involve the public through education and outreach programs Projects will utilize the best available science to inform decisions regarding, state and local water resources. In addition, special consideration will be given to projects that employ new or innovative technology or practices, including decision support tools that support the integration of multiple jurisdictions, including, but not limited to, water supply, flood control, land use, and sanitation. Applications: Appli