FloodSAFE California
Department of Water Resources
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Mailing Address:
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Sacramento, CA 94236
Frequently Asked Questions
All FloodSAFE California Initiative Questions and Answers (PDF: 46K)
State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects | Flood Protection Corridor Program | Local Levee Grant Program
State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects
- What is the matching funds requirement for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects?
- My agency plans to submit a proposal that includes several components addressing flood control. In the event some portions of our proposal cannot be funded, does our agency risk rejection of the entire proposal?
- My agency plans to submit a proposal for funding of design costs for a flood management project. Are funds available under the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects for design costs only?
- How many applicants does DWR plan to fund under the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects?
- Is there a minimum or maximum funding value that applicants may request for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects?
- Can my agency either partner with-or apply via-a different state agency to have an opportunity to apply for State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects grant funding?
- When will DWR make its final selection of grantees for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects?
- What is the likely execution date of the Early Implementation Project grant agreements?
- My agency is considering a flood management project that may be part of and beneficial to the State Plan of Flood Control for the Central Valley. How can we confirm the project's eligibility before applying for funding from the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program?
- On page 8 of the Grant Application package for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects, Criterion 2 states that CEQA and NEPA must be completed prior to execution of the agreement. What if an applicant does not yet have CEQA and NEPA completed, but can demonstrate completion of CEQA and NEPA on a timeline that meets the overall objective of ready to bid by June 2008?
- My agency may not be able to obtain an approved resolution authorizing our application for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects prior to the application submittal deadline. Can we still apply for funding?
- On page 8 of the Grant Application package for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects, Criterion 2 - Readiness to Proceed states, "provide a detailed schedule with supporting documentation including, but not limited to, plans and specifications, CEQA and, if applicable, NEPA compliance, and details on required permits."
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a) Does DWR require applicants to account for these items in the proposed project schedule or must they include the physical documents with their submittal?
b) If applicants include the physical documents, are six hardcopies of the documents required, as with the application itself (original plus five), or a lesser number?
c) Page 4 of the Grant Application package states that applicants must include one electronic copy of the application in Microsoft Word on a compact disc. Will DWR accept electronic copies of supporting documentation in Adobe PDF or other formats? May applicants submit several compact discs if necessary to fit these files? - On page 11 of the Grant Application package for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects, Criterion 10 indicates that formal acknowledgment of flood risk must be made by resolutions of the affected cities and counties within 60 days of a funding letter. Is draft language for that resolution available now?
- The Grant Application package for the State-Federal Flood Control System Modification Program, Early Implementation Projects outlines application requirements in terms of criteria, attachments, etc., but is there a specific format (e.g., table of contents) that should be used while preparing/assembling the applications that would provide continuity for the review team?
Flood Protection Corridor Program
- Is there a public comment period for the Flood Protection Corridor Program (FPCP) draft guidelines?
- Will there be an application deadline for grants under the FPCP, or will applications be accepted on a "rolling" basis?
- How can I determine whether the project my agency is considering is eligible for funding under the FPCP?
- I did not see in the guidelines the required match for the FPCP. Is there a consideration for disadvantaged communities?
- A cursory review of the new draft Guidelines for the Flood Protection Corridor Program suggests that they are very similar to the old program guidelines under Proposition 13. What are the significant differences, if any?
- I understand there is a set amount of money for FPCP projects. Will there be a time frame for FPCP projects to be "in the ground"?
- Is there a public comment period for the Local Levee Grant Program draft guidelines?
- Under the Local Levee Grants Program and specifically the Local Levee Evaluation Program (LOLE), is DWR seeking proposals for levee evaluation projects for which a local agency has already identified a potential flood management problem?
- For the purpose of the Local Levee Grant Program, how will DWR define the type of facilities that are levees?
- Is it correct that applicants must provide a 50-percent non-State match for Local Levee Grant Program funding?
- Is there a preference between cash or in-kind matching for Local Levee Grant Program funding?
- Is there a defined project period for projects funded by the Local Levee Grant Program?
- How much funding will be available through the Local Levee Grant Program- LLUR, LOLE, and total?
- What suggestions can DWR offer prospective applicants?
- When does DWR expect to release the Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP) for the Local Levee Urgent Repair (LLUR) grant program?
- When does DWR expect to release the PSP for the Local Levee Evaluation (LOLE) grant program?
- What will be the deadlines for submittal of applications for Local Levee Grant Program funding?
- I found the crediting provisions of the draft Guidelines for the Local Levee Grant Program somewhat confusing. Under what circumstances would DWR enter into a crediting agreement?
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