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Based on past field monitorin; orts at Bull Creek 4,the project will l onducted in two separate monitoring efforts spaced approximately 3 weeks apart. This is done to comply with the August 8th date mandated by the USACE but also ensure that the vegetation is observed at or near its peak. TASK DESCRIPTION—Analysis of Data and Reporting The data collected at the Bull Creek Reservoir#4 study area will be analyzed according to the established protocol and prevailing scientific standards, and then the data and analysis will be presented in a report that will be submitted to the USACE and the CWCB. Method/Procedure: In prior efforts a protocol has been developed for sampling to determine the effects of periodic wetland inundation, specifically addressing the many parameters identified in the 404 permit. The protocol is specific to the vegetation baseline inventory and monitoring that will be used to document changes within the wetland communities associated with SPK-2008-00722. Fundamental to the protocol are monitoring techniques sufficient to monitor the following vegetation parameters: cover/frequency (CF), species composition, and species richness. In addition,the protocol also considers the resources required to support and validate the use of the Grand Mesa Method (GMM) for functions, values and attributes of the site. The Grand Mesa Method will be utililized to objectively assess the relative changes within the in situ wetlands communities established on the site. DELIVERABLES The applicant shall provide the CWCB with a report detailing the data gathered and the results from this year's monitoring, including: • Meeting notes, action items, and attendee lists • Geo-referenced mapping of the reservoir basin with transects located. • A Monitoring Report for data collected in the field, including photographs of field collections, and an analysis of that data. • A proposed monitoring plan document that will include proposed plans for remediation if necessary. This plan may be carried forward through agency and public scoping in the form of a standalone document. All products, data and information developed as a result of this grant will be provided to the CWCB in hard copy and electronic format. This information will in turn be made widely available to any person or entity interested in the issues surrounding the development and maintenance of reservoirs in areas where wetlands or fens may be present. SCHEDULE Site visits are planned for August and September of 2012. The project will be completed with deliverables prepared and delivered by April 30th,2012.