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<br />. <br /> <br />4. What level of staffing (volunteer or paid) does the applicant organization have <br />available for the proposed project? <br />5. How capable is the available staff/contractor of accomplishing the proposed <br />project? <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />B. Effectiveness of the Proiect (Maximum 60 points) <br />As described in the proposal how effective is the project at accomplishing the goals of <br />the TRO control plan for the watershed? <br />1. If the proposed project is implemented, will it have measurable results that <br />have a significant impact on improving the health of the watershed consistent <br />with the State approved TRO control plan for the watershed? Is the project <br />consistent with priorities established in the plan? Are projects moving from <br />one end of the watershed to the other in a coordinated manner? How likely is <br />re-infestation of the project area? <br />2. Is the proposal well thought out and complete and will the proposed <br />implementation steps really accomplish the stated goals of the proposal. <br />3. Is the proposed project anticipated timeline realistic? <br />4. How effective is the proposal in furthering the CWCS's mission relative to <br />watershed restoration and protection of water resources within the watersheds <br />in Colorado? Will it have measurable results that have a significant impact on <br />improving the health of the watershed? <br />5. How well are IPM (biocontrol, chemical, mechanical, etc.) methods utilized? <br />Are the chosen control methods the most appropriate techniques for the <br />specific project area? <br />6. Are anticipated environmental compliance and permitting issues (for example: <br />404 dredge/fill, herbicide application, insect releases, NEPA, etc) adequately <br />addressed so as not to delay project implementation. <br /> <br />C. Multi-Obiective Prioritv & Bonus Factors (Maximum 20 points) <br />1. Does the project make effective utilization of labor from Colorado Youth Corps <br />("CYC") or other non-profit organizations? For further information about the <br />CYC contact Jennifer Freeman at 303-863-0602 or jfreeman@cyca.org. <br />2. Is the Project consistent with the goals for priority areas established by <br />Colorado weed regulations, in particular the salt cedar management plan at <br />8CCR 1206-2 part 4? <br />3. Does the Project include reliable method to assess and/or quantify changes in <br />riparian hydrology as a result of control and revegetation? <br />4. Does the project effectively integrate multiple objectives? <br />5. Does the Project incorporate an educational component (such as school field <br />trips, volunteer recruitment, news media coverage, etc.) that increases public <br />awareness of TRO issues? <br />6. Does the project include innovative strategy for biomass reduction/utilization. <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />CWCB TRO Grant Guidance and Procedures <br /> <br />Page 7 <br />