Enclosure 3A - Project Summary Form
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NATIONAL FIRE PLAN COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE AND WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE PROJECTS
Application for Fuels Treatment Projects
Applicant
Applicant/Organization:
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Phone:
Type of Applicant: (enter appropriate letter in box)
(509) 665-3329
A
FAX:
A. State
B. County
C. Municipal
D. Township
E. Interstate
F. Intermunicipal
G. Special District
(509) 663-9754
Email:
Tom.Ernsberger@parks.wa.gov
H. Independent School District
I. State-Controlled Institution of Higher Learning
J. Private University
K. Indian Tribe
L. Nonprofit Organization
M. Other (Specify) _______________________
Address (Street or P. O. Box, City, State, Zip):
P.O. Box 42650, Olympia, WA. 98504-2560
Project Coordinator
Project Coordinator (Name and Title):
Tom Ernsberger, Assistant Region manager, Resource Stewardship
Organization/Jurisdiction:
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Phone:
FAX:
Same
Email:
Same
Same
Project Information
Project Title:
Squilchuck State Park Wildland Urban Interface Fuel Reduction and Education Project
Proposed Project Start Date:
Proposed Project End Date:
04-01-04
Federal Funding Request:
10-31-06
Total Project Cost:
$ 42,600
$ 53,200
Are you submitting multiple projects? If so, please prioritize, and explain if the projects are stand alone, sequential or other:
Brief Project Summary: Who, What, Where, Desired Outcomes in relation to NFP Goals and Community Risk Assessment and
Mitigation Plans (This should summarize page 2).
Project proposal is to assess the fuel loads and develop landscape based fuel reduction plan for
Squilchuck State Park. Field assessment by agency staff, public involvement by neighboring land
owners and cooperation with other governmental agencies has identified the need for reduction of
fuel loads within the park. Following the development of the fuel reduction plan and implementation
of the project an interpretive program will be developed discussing the project and the need for
additional fuel reduction projects.
Project Location:
Squilchuck State Park
County:
Chelan
Name of Federal, State or Tribal contact with whom you coordinated this proposal:
Len Riggin, Fuels Management Coordinator
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Federal Congressional District:
Fifth
Telephone number of Contact:
(509) 925-0969
Enclosure 3A (Page 1 of 3) - Project Narrative Description
Applications for funding must include a narrative response that describes the proposal. Please do not submit responses longer than one page,
single space, 12-pitch font.
Describe project including, but not limited to:
 project location (e.g., Watershed,
Address
neighboring community)
these items
as applicable:  anticipated outcomes

project relationship to the community risk assessment and
mitigation plan
 amount or extent of actions (acres, number of homes, etc.)
 community partners and their
 project timeline and matching or contributed funds
role(s)
 proponent’s ability to complete project
For this project, explain the level of cooperation, coordination or strategic planning, through a “Local Coordination
Group.” If you haven’t worked with a local coordination group, why not?
We request funding to assess the properties within Squilchuck State Park, develop fuel reduction plans and interpretive
programs, and implement indicated projects on the ground.
Project Location: Squilchuck State Park is located 8 miles south of Wenatchee in Chelan County. The park is
centered along a spring fed creek on the open valley floor. The mixed conifer landscape rises 500-600 ft. to ridges to
the west and east. The western and northern boundary are bordered by 42 residential structures (35 of which are in the
Forest Ridge development on the western boundary).
Anticipated Outcomes: Development of a plan that through implementation, reduces the risk of wildfire by breaking
up horizontal and vertical fuel loading, improves overall forest health, educates the parks neighbors and general public
to the necessity of fuel load reduction projects, and provides a preliminary assessment of impacts to select wildlife.
Community Partners: Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) – planning consultation for fuel
load reduction, Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WSDF&W) – Planning and monitoring select
wildlife impacts, Chelan County Fire Protection District #1 – planning pre-suppression, and park neighbors- public
concerns and issues.
Relationship to Community Risk Assessments: These projects will incorporate current plans developed for
neighboring properties to the park. The Squilchuck projects will complement surrounding treatments undertaken by
neighboring land owners under prescriptions advised by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and
Chelan County Fire Protection District #1. These projects are in alignment with the goals of reduction of fuel levels
and increase of forest health.
Extent of Project: 250 of the 286 acre park are in tree stands. Park improvements include a residence, a maintenance
shop, a day lodge, and a full service restroom. The park is bordered by 43 residences.
Project Timeline and funding: The project will begin April 2004, with development of fuel reduction plans and site
assessment. Permitting will be taking place at the same time. During project implementation, staff will develop
interpretive displays telling the story of the benefits of the fuel reduction project. Agency funding for this project is
projected to be $10,600.
Project completion: Washington State Parks is strongly committed to the stewardship of its lands. The recognition
that the reduction of fuels in high hazard areas within our parks has a high priority. With the requested grant funding
we will be able to complete this project within the 28 month projection.
Enclosure 3A (Page 2 of 3) - Project Evaluation Criteria
Applications for funding must include narrative responses that address the following three criteria. Be sure you address every one
briefly, yet thoroughly. Limit your responses to the area provided.
1. Reducing Hazardous Fuels (50 points)
A. Describe the community infrastructure that will be protected.
B. Explain how the proposal reduces fire behavior in high hazard areas by describing the fuels to be disposed or
removed, and the techniques and timing of the treatments.
C. How will the proposed treatments be maintained in future years?
D. How will you use multi-party monitoring to improve this and future projects?
Response:
Community Infrastructure: Squilchuck State Parks western boundary is bordered by the Forest Ridge, a residential
development. There are currently 35 residences in the development with 18 homes that are directly adjacent to park
lands. Approximately 50% of the home sites have been developed. Infrastructure with-in the park includes a residence,
a maintenance shop, a lodge, a day use area and a 20 site camp area with a full service restroom. The community also
includes an additional 8 homes along Squilchuck Rd. at the northern park boundary. This community is serviced by
electricity (with overhead distribution lines), water and wastewater by the Chelan Public Utility District #1
Reduced Fire by Fuel Reduction: Fire risk will be reduced within the high hazard communities and natural
landscapes in the proposed project area by significantly reducing ladder and ground fuels, thus helping to reduce the
risk of wildfire impacting park facilities, visitors, and surrounding properties. With the plans completion a prescription
will reduce fuel loading through mechanical means that will seek to mimic the natural fire ecology of the Squilchuck
area without use of prescribed fire. The timing of the treatments within the plan will be scheduled to maximize the
goals of the prescription with minimal impact on the natural landscape of the park and impact on visitor use patterns.
Future Maintenance: The fuel reduction plan for Squilchuck State Park will assess the natural landscape of the two
treated areas and identify the need for periodic mechanical re-treatment. It will be the responsibility of park and agency
staff to plan and budget for necessary future treatments to continue to maintain the desired prescription.
Multi-party Monitoring: Monitoring of the prescribed treatments will be strongly encouraged. We plan to include
with our agency staff, monitors from Washington State Department of Natural Resources, Washington State
Department of Fish and Wildlife, the US Forest Service, Chelan County Fire District #1 and neighboring land owners.
Enclosure 3A (Page 3 of 3) - Project Evaluation Criteria
2.
Increasing Local Capacity (25 points)
A. How would the proposal improve or lead to the improvement of the local economy in terms of jobs and
sustainable economic activity?
B. How many jobs are expected to be created or retained and for how long? (Please distinguish between
essentially year-round and seasonal jobs).
C. What tools and skills will be gained or utilized as a result of this project?
D. Will biomass be utilized; if so, in what manner and how much?
Response:
A. Bids will be solicited from local resource consultants for the assessment of fuel loads and possible impacts of a
fuel reduction program on sensitive species and cultural sites. Consultants will also be asked to develop
prescriptions and plans in conjunction with park staff. Timber contractors will be sought to implement fuel
reduction pilots with effort to sell harvested materials. Unsold real estate lots adjacent to the park boundary
would be enhanced and add to resale value.
B. An estimate of job creation and job duration is unknown at this time, given limited knowledge of the natural
resource condition.
C. This project will be among the first proactive fuel reduction programs within our agency. Interpretive displays
and public education programs are planned to increase the visitor’s knowledge of forest health and fire safety
issues as well as encouraging the public sector to undertake similar projects on lands adjacent to parks.
D. Merchantable logs will be milled for park structures or sold to local vendors. Small diameter materials will be
chipped for commercial and park uses, with some chips scattered on the forest floor or trails to improve soil
surface conditions.
3.
Demonstrating Community and Intergovernmental Collaboration (25 Points)
A. How will this project implement a community risk assessment and mitigation plan? Include name of plan, date
it was prepared, and local contact to get a copy of the plan if requested.
B. How has this treatment been coordinated with adjacent landowners and local/State/Tribal/Federal agencies?
C. Identify the cooperators/partners involved in implementation of this project.
D. Describe the extent of current local support for the project, including any cost-sharing agreements.
Response:
A. We have no knowledge of a community risk assessment or mitigation plan.
B. The proposed treatment has been introduced to adjacent land owners at public meetings and has been met with
positive support. Agency alliances with DNR, WSDF&W, and USFS have supported fuel reduction prescriptions within area state parks.
C. Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife
US Forest Service
Colville and Yakima Indian Nations
Washington State Historic Preservation Office.
D. Project support by the Squilchuck State Park community, including adjacent land owners has been very positive and
supportive. Professional support by cooperators will continue to coop with agency staff to produce a fuel treatment
plan that will result in the greatly reduced threat of catastrophic fire within the park.
Enclosure 3A - Project Work Form
Tasks
Time Frame
Responsible Party
Fuel Reduction Plan
April 2004 – October 2004
Tom Ernsberber
Craig Benner
Permitting
April 2004 – December 2004
Bill Jolly
Project implementation
April 2004 – October 2005
Tom Ernsberger
Craig Benner
Interpretation
Design
Production
Installation
April 2004 – October 2005
April 2004 – October 2004
April 2004 – April 2005
September 2005 – October 20050
Craig Benner
Steve Wang
Steve Wang
Craig Benner
Enclosure 3D Project Budget
Cost Category
Description
Federal
Agency
Applicant
Partner 1
Partner 2
Total
Personnel
State Park Staff
27,800 x .5755
$8.000
0
8,000
8.000
0
8,000
$16,000
2,200
0
2,200
4,400
Subtotal
2,200
0
2,200
100/nightx2
833 miles x .36
Subtotal
500
0
500
0
0
0
500
Subtotal
4,000
0
4,000
0
0
0
4,000
Subtotal
0
4,000
4,000
400
0
400
4,400
20,000
0
20,000
0
20,000
$3,900
0
3,900
$ 42,600
$10,600
$53,200
Subtotal
16,000
Fringe Benefits
Salary x 28%
4,400
Travel
Equipment
1 Chipper @2000
2 months
Supplies
Chipper Fuel
Chipper Maintenance
Contractual
Corrections Crew
1.2 Months
Subtotal
Other
Educational Panels
3,900
Subtotal
Total Costs
Project (Program) Income1
(using deductive alternative)
1
Program income is the gross revenue generated by a grant or cooperative agreement supported activity during the life of the
grant. Program income can be made by recipients from fees charged for conference or workshop attendance, from rental fees
earned from renting out real property or equipment acquired with grant or cooperative agreement funds, or from the sale of
commodities or items developed under the grant or cooperative agreement. The use of Program Income during the project period
may require prior approval by the granting agency.