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Wetlands Projects Central Valley Region

Collaborative projects in Central Valley region led by Karl Longley targeting wetland conservation. Efforts include property acquisition, nutrient control, and ecosystem restoration. Explore certifications and regulatory improvements for sustained enhancement.

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Wetlands Projects Central Valley Region

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  1. Wetlands ProjectsCentral Valley Region Karl Longley, Chair

  2. Delta the highest priority • Multiple agencies working on wetlands • Regional Board will: • Streamline regulatory approval process • Work to mitigate water quality impacts • Direct SEPs to wetlands improvements

  3. Middle CreekEcosystem Restoration Project Key element of Clear Lake Nutrient Control Program Middle Creek project to reduce phosphorus inputs by about 30% Multi-agency support for project Property acquisition estimated to cost $22 million About half of the properties has been purchased or is being appraised; funding needed for remainder Explore use of SEPs to support

  4. U.S. Forest Service Programmatic 401 Certification 5-year Certification to: • Restore 75 small meadows • Stabilize 10 miles stream channels • Establish 10 new trail crossings • Decommission 10 miles of trails Project start: Summer 2015

  5. In-Lieu Fee Program • Corps of Engineers • National Fish & Wildlife Foundation • Pay into larger, targeted restoration and enhancement projects.

  6. Managed Wetland Regulation • Identify opportunities to reduce compliance costs for managed wetlands • Irrigated lands program currently includes managed wetlands – e.g., salts, methyl mercury • Managed Wetland Workgroup being led by staff – exploring alternative regulatory options: e.g., separate Managed Wetland Order/ Coalition

  7. Central Valley Joint Venture • Become Partner in the Central Valley Joint Venture • “…directs their efforts toward the common goal of providing for the habitat needs of migrating and resident birds in the Central Valley of California.” • CVJV partners include 8 NGOs, 12 State/federal agencies and 1 corporation

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