1. 2016 BMP Incentive Program Proposed Changes
Community Partners Grants
Paige Ahlborg
Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District
Paige Ahlborg
February 3, 2016

2. Summary of RFP Requirements
Use funds for community partners to implement practices to reduce stormwater runoff and retain water on the land
Primary Applicant- LGU
Sub-grant recipients- Community partners

3. Who is a Community Partner?
non-profits
citizen groups businesses
student groups
faith organizations
neighborhood, lake, river, or homeowner associations

4. Ineligible Activities
Aquatic invasive species control
In-lake treatments
Educational events
Project enhancements

5. Ranking Criteria
Clarity of project goals, projected impact, and involvement with community partners
Prioritization and relationship to plan
Plan for assessing program impacts and capacity to measure project outcomes
LGU capacity to implement the local grant program processes and protocols

6. Challenges Education & Outreach Volunteer Involvement
Planting and Maintenance