Enclosure 3A - Project Summary Form
NATIONAL FIRE PLAN COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE AND WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE
PROJECTS
Application for Wildland Urban Interface Fuels / Education and
Prevention / Community Planning for Fire Protection Projects
Applicant
Applicant/Organization:
Pine Hollow Fire Dept. Corp.
Phone:
FAX:
Email:
541-544-2338
541-544-2350
hollow@centurytel.net
Address (Street or P. O. Box, City, State, Zip):
P O Box 296 Tygh Valley OR 97063-0296
Project Coordinator
Project Coordinator (Name and Title):
Lynda Hunt
Organization/Jurisdiction:
Pine Hollow Fire Dept. / Pine Hollow, Wamic, Rock Crk, Smock Prairie in South Wasco Co.
Phone:
FAX:
Email:
541-544-2027
541-544-2027 Call
mnlinc@centurytel.net
Project Information
Project Title:
Wildland Interface Fuels Reduction, Fire Prevention and Community Education
Project Start:
Project End:
July 1, 2002
November 1, 2004
Federal Funding Request:
Total Project Funding:
$76,500.00
$76,500.00
Are you submitting multiple projects? If so, please explain and prioritize:
No
Brief Project Description:
This project consists of 5 primary areas:
1.) Educate fire department volunteers on fuels reduction and fire prevention. 2.) Educate the
community on fuels reduction and fire prevention, utilizing special workshops by the State Fire
Marshals Office, and booths at organized community functions. 3.) Identify problem areas needing
fuels reduction utilizing assistance from the State Fire Marshals Office and other county wide
resources and secure equipment. 4.) Organize community volunteers and community partners (i.e.
local recycling centers, youth organizations and American legion andVFW organizations) to assist
homeowners with fuels reduction. 5.) Schedule community wide cleanup days. 6.) Assess % of
reduction in problem areas and evaluate effectiveness of project.
Project Location:
County:
Congressional District:
Pine Hollow and adjoining area
Wasco
OR: 2
Project Type: Check appropriate project type. More than one type may be checked. If only Box (4) is checked, use Enclosure 4.
(1) Wildland Urban Interface Fuels Project
(3) Community Planning for Fire Protection Project
(2) Wildland Urban Interface Education and Prevention Project
(4) Fuels Utilization and Marketing Project
If the applicant is an unincorporated area, define the geographic area being represented:
Tygh Valley west to Mt. Hood National Forest and White River Canyon north to Badger Canyon
Enclosure 3B (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:
Address these
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project location
items as
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project implementation
applicable:
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anticipated outcomes
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measures and reporting
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partners
Response: LOCATION: This project targets
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project income
project time frames
specify types of activities and equipment used
amount or extent of actions (acres, number of homes, etc)
environmental, cultural and historical resource requirements
the 95 square mile Pine Hollow Fire Dept. response area
of southern Wasco Co. This areas lies within a high risk WUI adjacent to State and Federal forest
lands.
IMPLIMENTATION: With the assistance of the State Fire Marshals Office the volunteers of the
PHFD will attend workshops and seminars to learn about fuels reduction and fire prevention.
Afterwhich workshops will also be made available to residents of the community as well as providing
imformational materials to be handed out at organized community functions (ie Barlow Trail
Rendezvous Days, Wasco Co. Fair, PHFD breakfast and garage sale, American Legion monthly
brekfasts and other fundraising events.) The problem areas for fuels reduction and fire prevention in
the community will be identifed by: 1.) Publishing a survey/request form in the local community
newspaper. This will enable the land owners to receive asistance from the PHFD and volunteers in
cleanup . The clean up will be done in partnership with the local recycling center, local youth groups
and fraternal organizations (i.e. American Legion and VFW's) This will take place over the course of
the grant. Clean up will consist of helping with debris removal mowing and chipping with estabishing
fire breaks in and around homes. In addition fire patrols by PHFD, ODF and OSP will identify
hazardous WUI residences and make contact with land owners.
ANTICIPATED OUTCOME: Since a large portion of the residents in the area are senior citizen we
anticipate a good response to the offer of help with fuels reduction, making their property and the
community fire safe. Reducing the risks of fires from within the communities spreading into the
adjacent forest as well as reducing the risk of fire spreading from the forest into our community.
MEASURES AND REPORTING: Results would be measured by comaring the # of requests with
the # of completed improvements. An 80% completion rate would be considered successful.
Reports will be made annually to partners and interested parties.
PARTNERS: In addition to PHFD volunteers would be utilized from other organizations in our
community. Mel's Sanitary for debris disposal, local 4H and other youth groups, American Legion
and VFW for help with fuel reductions and community education. State Fire Marshals Office,ODF
and US Forest Service for help with education and fuels reduction.
TIME FRAME: May 2002-November 2004 secure fuel reduction and fire prevention trainning,
develop or find sources for written materials. Starting July 2002, publish surveys and schedule land
owner outreachs, booth and appearances at community functions. Aquire equipment and start
cleanup projects. Aug. Sept. and Oct. continue community educations and clean ups. Nov. 2002 and
ongoing Evalute project results and compile reports. Develop next years fuels reduction and fire
prevention plan.
ACTIVITIES AND EQUIPMENT: For fuels reduction activities 2 Stihl 30hp chippers, 2 Stihl
FS200 brush cutters and one Stihl DR 15hp brush mower. and 3 Stihl 044 chainsaws and PPEs, 2 pole
saws, 2 utility trailers, shoves, rakes and golves. For community fire prevention education,
stationary and supplies.
AMOUNT OR EXTENT OF ACTION: There are approximately 2500 residences in the combined 95
square mile service area of PHFD. In addition there are 3 camp grounds as well as adjacent state and
federal lands used for camping, hunting and other outdoor recreational uses. Over the next several
years our plan is to educate and assist with fuel reduction and fire prevention through out this service
area.
Enclosure 3B (Page 2 of 3) - Project Evaluation Criteria
Applications for funding must include narrative responses that address the following four criteria. Within each criterion, sub-crite
are listed in descending order of importance. Limit your responses to the areas provided.
1. Reducing Fire Risk. (40 points))
A. Describe how the proposal promotes reduction of risk in high hazard areas or communities.
B. Describe how the proposed project benefits resources on federal land or adjacent non-federal land, or how it protects the
safety of communities.
C. To what extent does the project implement or create a cooperative fuels treatment plan or community fire strategy (inclu
evidence of the plan if it already exists)?
D. Explain to what extent the affected community or proponent has been involved or plans to involve the affected communi
in a qualified fuels education program (e.g., FIREWISE).
E. Explain how the proposal (a) leads to, enhances or restores a local fire-adapted ecosystem, and/or (b) mitigates or leads
the mitigation of hazardous fuel conditions.
F. How will the proposed treatments be maintained over time?
Response:
A.) The PHFD response area is a high fire risk area as identifyed by Oregon Department of Forestry partly d
to fuel buildups inside and outside of the residential areas. This combined with high velocity winds and
increasing numbers of recreational users make it a prime area for wild fires. Fire prevention, education and
fuels reduction can be expected to reduce the numbers and intensity of wild fires
B.) The Mt. Hood USFS, White River Wildlife Management area, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Properti
and Oregon State Forestry land all immediately ajoin or are in close proximity to the PHFD protection area.
The National Forests hold excessive fuel loads in their eastern portions. If these lands burn excessive
ecosystem damage is highly probable. A fire similar to the Rock Creek Burn in the 1970s currently would
exceed the resources necessary to stop it, resulting in lost property and lives in the adjacent communities.
C.) The PHFD project area has never had an organized fire prevention plan. Increased awareness of fire ris
education and fuels reductions resulting from this project will promote ongoing attention to insure communit
fire safety.
D. E. F. ) PHFD intends for this project to be the 1st step in an expanding and continuing fire education and
prevention program. It is anticipated that this project will become an annual community event in conjuntion
with the "Fire Free" program.
2. Increasing local capacity. (30 points)
A. How would the proposal improve or lead to the improvement of the local economy in terms of jobs and sustainable
economic activity? How many jobs are expected to be created or retained and for how long (please distinguish between
essentially year-round and seasonal jobs)?
B.
To what extent will this project be offered to serve as a model for other communities?
C. Will biomass or forest fuels be utilized; if so, in what manner and how much?
Response:
A.) This proposal will add 2 part time seasonal contract laborers for fuels reduction project. We anticipate
future years expansion could result in the addition of a community recycling position. Indirectly this will res
in fewer fire hazards in and around community dwellings.
B.) PHFD will present the project information to other rural fire departments as requested and provide
presentations as opportunity arises (i.e. prevention conferences, cooperative meetings etc.)
C.) PHFD will utilize chip materials for the creation of a pre-identified community park. A source of revenu
could be developed; as currently there are no chip resources for landscaping within 90 miles. Any larger fue
could be given to community members in need of fire wood (i.e. seniors and low income individuals).
Enclosure 3B (Page 3 of 3) - Project Evaluation Criteria
3. Increasing interagency and intergovernmental coordination. (15 Points)
A. Describe how this project implements a local intergovernmental strategy plan, or creates such a plan. Describe the plan
already exists.
B. Explain the level of cooperation, coordination or strategic planning among federal, state, tribal, local government and
community organizations. List the cooperators.
Response:
A.) This project will develop a tool that will assist with the analysis of fire risk and hazard through the State
Fire Marshals Office.
B.) Partners include USFS, Barlow Ranger District, Mt Hood National Forest. who will assist with brush
disposal crews as well as a 2500 acre prescribed fire to reduce fuel loading in the area. ODF the Dalles Distr
will triage houses in the area and assist residents with proper forest practices and fuels utilization ideas and
methods. The fall of 2002 they will sponsor OSFM for another grant to administer the Firewise workshop.
Mid Columbia Fire Prevention Co-op are willing to assist with community group presentations, exhibits,
displays and technical assistance.
Local campgrounds and church camps are willing to distribute printed materials to campers and allow
educational signs and posters throughout properties. USFS will conduct a 2500 acre prescribed fire; ODF an
OSP will do prevention patrols and community education efforts. Equipment purchased with the grant could
shared with other local agencies and organizations with similar goals (i.e. Tygh Valley FD, Juniper Flats FD,
Maupin FD, ODF and ODF&W)
4. Expanding Community Participation. (15 Points)
A. To what extent have interested people and communities been provided an opportunity to become informed and involved
this proposal?
B.
Describe the extent of local support for the project, including any cost-sharing arrangements.
C. What are the environmental, social and educational benefits of the project?
Response:
A.) As an organization we have informed and partnered with State Fire Marshals Office, USFS, ODF,
ODF&W - OSP, local camps and community organizations including American Legion, VFW amd Mel's
Sanitary Service and Recycling Center, though presentations, and direct dealings with these agencies.
B.) Local organizations including American Legion, VFW, Mel's Sanitary Service, local youth camps, 4H
clubs are all willing to assist with manpower and communications. USFS will help with brush disposal and
2500 acre prescribed burn. The ODF will triage houses, Mid Columbia will assist with community group
presentations, exhibits, displays, community forums and provide technical knowledge. ODF&W will patrol
fires and post prevention signs.
C.) Reducing fire hazards and improving forest health. As well as providing networking opportunities with
partner agencies and with our own community.
Enclosure 3C - Project Work Form
Tasks
Recruit 2 part time labor positions
Time Frame
July 2002
Secure fuels reduction and fire prevention
training and develop written materials.Publish
survey and schedule booth and appearances at
community functions. Purchase equipment and
materials. Schedule and start clean ups.
Coordinate and orientate contract labor
positions and working partners
Continue education activities and community
clean ups
Evaluate project results and report
Modify future years fuels reduction and fire
prevention plan.
Share data with cooperating agencies.
Coordinate fire protection strategies and
educations plans.
Responsible Party
PHFD Management
Project manager with help from Sa
Poet from the State Fire Marshals
Office.
August 2002
PHFD Management
ongoing
November 2002, 2003, 2004
November 2002, 2003, 2004
Project manager, volunteers, partne
and contract labor.
project manager
PHFD - Fire Chief.
Nov. 2002, 2003, 2004
project manager
Enclosure 3D Project Budget
Cost Category
Description
Personnel
Federal
Agency
Applicant
Partner 1
Partner 2
Subtotal
Fringe Benefits
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Subtotal
Travel
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$1,000.00
Subtotal
Equipment
2chippers,2brushcutters,
3chainsaws1mower2trlrs
$1,000.00
$19,000.00
Subtotal
Supplies
stationery & supplies
brochures, postage
Subtotal
Contractual
2 part time laborer
$19,000.00
Subtotal
Other
3 PPEs 2 Polesawsgloves
$49,000.00
shov
shovels,rakes,gas,oil,ins.
Subtotal
Total Costs
Project (Program) Income[1]
(using deductive alternative)
$3,000.00
$3,000.00
$49,000.00
$22,500.00
$22,500.00
$94,500.00
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$22
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$94
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[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.