Section 1666.13 - Scope of Work(a) The Scope of Work shall provide a detailed narrative description of the proposed activities that constitute the Project. Applicants shall use a form provided by the Department or create a separate document including the information required in the following subsections. Projects proposing multiple distinct Project types (e.g. hazardous fuel reduction and fire prevention education) shall provide all relevant information specific to the Project types; e.g., provide the information relevant to hazardous fuel reduction for that portion of the Project and the fire prevention education for that portion of the Project. In those cases, each Project type shall be evaluated independently and the score for this section of the Scope of Work shall be the average of those scores.(b) For all Projects, provide a paragraph summarizing the proposed Project.(c) For hazardous fuel reduction Projects provide: (1) A description of the geographic scope of the Project, including an estimate of the number of Habitable Structures in the SRA and the names of the general communities that will benefit.(2) A description of the goals, objectives, and expected outcomes of the Project.(3) A clear rational for how the proposed Project will reduce the risks associated with wildfire to Habitable Structures in the SRA.(4) Identification of any additional assets at risk from wildfire that will benefit from the proposed Project. These may include, but are not limited to, domestic and municipal water supplies, power lines, communication facilities and community centers.(5) A clear rationale as to why the scale of the Project is appropriate to achieve the stated goals, objectives and outcomes discussed above.(d) For fire prevention planning Projects provide:(1) A description of the geographic scope of the Project, including the communities that will benefit, and an estimate of the number of Habitable Structures within the Project area.(2) A description of how the plan will evaluate the risks to residents and Habitable Structures in the SRA and prioritize projects to reduce this risk over time.(3) A description of how the proposed plan adds or builds upon previous wildfire prevention planning efforts in the general Project area.(4) Identification of a diverse group of key stakeholders, including local, state, and federal officials, where appropriate, to collaborate with during the planning process and a discussion of how these targeted stakeholders will be engaged.(5) A description of the pathways for community involvement that shall be incorporated in the planning process.(e) For fire prevention education Projects provide:(1) A description of the specific message of the education Project and how it relates to reducing the risk of wildfire to owners of Habitable Structures in the SRA.(2) A description of the target audience of the education Project and how information will be distributed to this audience.(3) A response to: will the education program raise the awareness of homeowner responsibilities of living in a fire prone environment?(4) Identification of specific actions being advocated in the education material that are expected to increase the wildfire preparedness of residents and Habitable Structures in the SRA.(5) A description of the expected outcome of the education in terms of increased or changed public awareness about wildfire.(f) For all Projects, provide a discussion of how the proposed project supports the goals and objectives of the California Strategic Fire Plan, the local CAL FIRE Unit Fire Plan, a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), County Fire Plan, or other long term planning document.(g) For all Projects, to assess the degree of risk, provide: (1) A discussion of the location of the project in relation to areas of moderate, high, or very high fire hazard severity zone as identified by the latest CAL FIRE FRAP maps.(2) A description of the geographic proximity of the Project to Habitable Structures at risk to damage from wildfire in the SRA.(h) For all Projects, to assess the level of community support, provide:(1) A description of any matching funds from other funding sources or any in-kind contributions that are expected to extend the impact of the proposed project.(2) A description of plans for external communications during the life of the project to keep the affected community informed about the goals, objectives and progress of the project. Examples include planned press releases, project signage, community meetings, and field tours.(3) A description of any plans to maintain the Project after the grant period has ended.(4) A description of proposed work with other organizations or agencies to address fire hazard reduction at the landscape level.(i) For all Projects, to assess the viability of project implementation, provide: (1) A discussion of the anticipated timeline for the project. Take seasonal operating restrictions into account.(2) A description of the milestones that shall be used to measure the progress of the project.(3) A description of the measurable outcomes (i.e., Project deliverables) that shall be used to measure the success of the Project.(4) If applicable, a discussion of how the requirements of CEQA shall be met.(j) For all Projects, to assess the budget, provide:(1) A detailed project budget in an Excel spreadsheet attached to the grant Application. See § 1666.14 and § 1666.15.(2) An explanation of how the grant funds, if awarded, will be spent to support the goals and objectives of the Project.(3) A clear rationale as to the reasonableness of the costs for each proposed activity relative to the geographic area they are to be performed. Identification of any costs that are higher than usual and an explanation of any special circumstances within the Project that makes these increased costs necessary to achieve the goals and objectives of the Project.(4) A clear rationale for the total Project cost relative to the size, scope, and anticipated benefit of the project.(5) Identification of any Administrative Costs and a description of why they are necessary for successful Project implementation. Administrative expenses to be paid by the SRAFPF Grant Program shall be less than 12% of the total grant request.(k) For all projects, to assess administration, provide:(1) A description of any previous experience the Project proponent has with similar projects. Include a list of recent past projects the proponent has successfully completed if applicable. Project proponents having no previous experience with similar projects shall discuss any past experiences that show a capacity to successfully complete the Project being proposed. This may include partnering with a more experienced organization that can provide Project support.(2) Identification of who shall be responsible for tracking Project expenses and maintaining project records in a manner that allows for a full audit of any awarded grant funds.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 14, § 1666.13
1. New section filed 8-15-2016; operative 10-1-2016 (Register 2016, No. 34). Note: Authority cited: Sections 4111, 4212 and 4214, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 4102, 4112, 4113, 4114, 4214, 4740 and 4741, Public Resources Code.
1. New section filed 8-15-2016; operative 10/1/2016 (Register 2016, No. 34).