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Hudson River EstuaryGrant ProgramCDRPC Grant Funding WorkshopApril 12, 2017Susan Pepe, Grants Coordinator
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1. Clean water: from watershed to river; watershed to faucet
2. Resilient communities: guided by nature in adapting to climate change
3. Vital estuary ecosystem: healthy ecosystems support healthy communities
4. Fish, wildlife, & habitat: protect key species & the
web of life supporting them
5. Scenery: defines our home; provides inspiration, recreation & economic vitality
6. Access & education: An accessible gem – understood & protected by all
Benefitting The Hudson & The People Along Its Banks
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The Hudson Ecosystem
The watershed sends fresh water, nutrients, & sediment to the river via tributaries that receive migratory fish from the sea.
From Troy south, the Hudson is an estuary subject to ocean tides, in which salty ocean water pushes north against fresh water from the watershed.
The river’s estuarine nature & the watershed’s varied geology support diverse
habitats, flora, & fauna…
…& offer an advantageous setting for human settlement,
economic growth & recreation.
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Requests for Application
• Competitive grants submitted through the NYS Grants Gateway
• Eligible applicants:
Various governmental entities
Not-for-profits
• HREP anticipates issuing grant RFAs annually in the following general categories:
Tributary Restoration and Resiliency
Local Stewardship Planning
River Access and River Education
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Tributary Restoration and Resiliency
Has included implementation and/or planning for barrier mitigation (dams, culverts, bridges) on the tributaries upstream from the main stem of the Hudson River.
• Priority to reconnect fish and amphibian migration
Wynants Kill Tide Gate, before removal
Wynants Kill Tide Gate, after removal
Alewives in reconnected stream habitat
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Local Stewardship Planning
Has included planning projects for:
• Adaptation to climate change
• Water infrastructure
• Green infrastructure
• Watershed planning & management
• Conservation of natural resources (open space)
• Conservation of scenery and natural vistas
Conservation Planning in Hyde ParkTivoli Bays VistaBear Mountain Bridge
Green Infrastructure at Marist College
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River Access and River Education
Improve river access & education about the estuary
Sample previous project types:
• New access & retrofits toHudson River shoreline access
• River shoreline facilities foreducation about the estuary
• Hudson River education for school programs
• Internet-based learning about the estuary
Accessible Kayak Dock
Kayaking Program at JFK Marina, Yonkers
Invasive Species Education River Pool, Beacon Accessible Fishing
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Application Submission Tips
• Read the Request for Application document very carefully.
• Start the application in the Grants Gateway early.
• Ask for any supporting materials from co-applicants, collaborators, stakeholders, etc. as soon as possible (follow up with them regularly).
• Questions about an RFA must be submitted in writing.
• Submit the applicationat least two business daysprior to the deadline. GRANTS
https://grantsgateway.ny.gov
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Contact
Susan PepeInformation Officer II, Grants Coordinator
NYS DEC / NEIWPCC
Hudson River Estuary Program
625 Broadway, Albany, New York 12233-3506
518-402-8270
