Contract Number: 4600001799

Contract Approval Date: March 28, 2002

Contract Start Date: June 15, 2001

Contract End Date: June 30, 2002

Reporting Period: March 28 to April 30, 2002

PROGRAM TASK DESCRIPTIONS

Planned Complete

Actual Complete

Percent Complete

Comments

TASK 1: Administration and Organization

Task 1a: Identify and appoint Coalition Coordinator

Oct, 2001

Oct, 2001

100%

Coordinator, Steve Haze started 10/1 under BOR funds

Task 1b: Create a comprehensive mailing list of landowners and other stakeholders in the watershed.

April, 2002

Apr, 2002

100%

List of 2500 landowners, 55 Stakeholder, local Government groups and 5 newspapers

Task 1c: Contact stakeholders by mail and in person to encourage participation

May,2002

50%

Notice to Property owners drafted

Task 1d: Prepare and send press releases concerning the formation of the MAWC to media outlets

May, 2002

50%

Press Release Package drafted

Task 1e: Convene formative meeting

May, 2002

10%

Formative meeting date and location firmed - 5/23/02

Task 1f: Form Steering Committee, sub-committees

June, 2002

Task 1g: Convene a minimum of 16 Steering Committee meetings

May, 2003

1st Steering Committee scheduled for 6/27/02

Task 1h: Convene a minimum of 8 Coalition meetings

June, 2003

1st Coalition meeting scheduled for 5/23/02

Task Products

The products from this task will include: a comprehensive mailing list, press releases, agendas and minutes from 24 meetings, as well as a fully formed Steering Committee and Coalition

Success Criteria

Success will be measured by completion of each project task according to the timetable, the reporting of coalition activities in local newspapers, having a quorum present at all Steering Committee Meetings, having a minimum of 40 stakeholders participate in Coalition meetings and having those participants represent at least six different categories of stakeholders (e.g. rancher, homeowner, federal agency, sportsmen, policy maker, scientist, etc.)

TASK 2: Training and Outreach

Task 2a: Conduct a total of 4 community education sessions on topics related to watershed protection, restoration, management, and monitoring

June, 2003

10%

Visioning Workshop scheduled for Saturday, June 15 - Facilitator assigned and outline of activities drafted

Task 2b: Make a total of 8 informational mailings to all stakeholders including meeting schedules, agendas, minutes, report summaries, public policy issues and other information of interest regarding watersheds

June, 2003

15%

1st Informational mailing for Stakeholders drafted - to be sent out via email. Informational Package to County Board of Supervisors drafted

Task 2c: Share information regarding the activities of the Millerton Area Watershed Coalition with the general public through press releases and community presentations

June, 2003

10%

Press Release Package Drafted

Task Products

The products from this task include: training materials, coalition mailing packets, and press releases.

Success Criteria

Success will be measured by attendance of at least 40 people at training sessions, their feedback, and completed evaluation forms; more informed participation in coalition meetings; and increased interest in citizen monitoring activities.

TASK 3: Assessment

Task 3a: Identification of major stressors and threats to the Millerton Area Watershed with input from a wide range of stakeholders.

June, 2002

As part of visioning workshop - June 15

Task 3b: Gather and review current and historical data on the watershed processes to establish, as much as possible, a baseline

July, 2002

5%

Listing of historic, current and planned assessments established

Task 3c: Evaluate current conditions and use patterns

Sept, 2002

Task 3d: Working with partners, collect additional data especially where there are significant gaps in the database.

Jan, 2003

Task 3e: Prepare a written assessment report to be circulated and shared by all interested parties

April, 2003

Task Products

The products from this task will include: lists and inventories of watershed conditions, summaries of research reviewed or tests conducted, and a written assessment report.

Success Criteria

The success of this task will be measured by the completion of the assessment report by the target date, the participation in the assessment by stakeholders from at least 8 different stakeholder categories, and the ability to fill in as many data gaps as possible.

Application submitted to CALFED for Finegold upper watershed planning grant for North Fork Community

TASK 4: Collaboration

Task 4a: Compile a list of potential collaborators among watershed groups and other agencies and organizations

April, 2002

April, 2002

100%

Listing of potential collaborators established. Two Pre-program planning sessions held with agency groups

Task 4b: Maintain frequent contact with other watershed groups for the purpose of sharing ideas, strategies and data.

June, 2003

Active participation with Central Sierra Watershed Committee and Water Advisory Committees for Madera & Fresno Counties. Attendence at Coarsegold and Sierra RCD's

Task 4c: Maintain frequent contact with local, regional and national organizations with an interest in conservation or watershed protection and restoration.

June, 2003

Attendance at monthly CALFED Watershed Advisory Committee meetings. Participation on Legislative Day w/ California Watershed Network. Participation at Working at a watershed level - 6/3-6/7

Task Products

This will produce ready reference files with technical reports, guides and documents produced by these groups that will assist the MAWC to complete their assessment activities and learn about successful watershed management programs. It will also produce correspondence and other evidence that the MAWC has shared its data and other information with these organizations.

Website established as repository for technical publications and reports. Hyperlinks to key watershed agencies and resources. Resource Documents being collected

Success Criteria

The success of this task will be measured by the number of collaborators involved (10 or more) and the frequency and duration of contact.

TASK 5: Planning

Task 5a: Develop and implement a funding plan for the continuation of the coalition.

May, 2003

Task 5b: Develop a funding and implementation plan for the creation of a comprehensive watershed management plan.

June, 2003

Task Products

This task will produce commitments from local agencies and organizations for the funds required to continue the operation of the Millerton Area Watershed Coalition. It will also produce at least 3 potential sources for the funds necessary to create a watershed management plan.

Success Criteria

The success of this task will be measured by whether or not the community mobilizes the resources necessary to maintain the coalition. It will also be measured by the number of grantors that show some interest in funding the management plan.

TASK 6: Reporting and Presentations

Task 6a: Prepare comprehensive quarterly progress reports on all aspects of project implementation

April, 2003

1st report due end of June, 2002

Task 6b: Prepare a draft final report that summarizes all project activities and accomplishments over the two year period. Send a draft copy to CALFED for comments and observations.

May, 2003

Task 6c: Revise draft final report to include comments from CALFED and submit

June, 2003

Task 6d: Deliver final summary presentation(s) to CALFED as requested.

June, 2003

Task Products

This task will produce 8 quarterly reports, a final report, and presentation materials.

Success Criteria

The success of this task will be measured by the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of the reports and presentations. All should provide a good reflection of all project activities, accomplishments and problems.