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Home My WebLink AboutContract 57753 CSC No. 57753 1.DATE ISSUED MM/DD/YYYY 1a.SUPERSEDES AWARD NOTICE dated except that any additions or restrictions previously imposed NOTICE OF AWARD 08/12/2021 remain in effect unless specifically rescinded 2.CFDA NO. 0g.NT OF Ty 15.631-Partners for Fish and Wildlife o�'Pym i rri A 3.ASSISTANCE TYPE Cooperative Agreement j a 4.GRANT NO. F21AC03048-00 5. TYPE OF AWARD , Originating MCA# Other h9 4a.FAIN F21AC03048 5a.ACTION TYPE New 4F1CH 3.�$ 6. PROJECT PERIOD MM/DD/YYYY MM/DD/YYYY From 08/01/2021 Through 07/31/2026 AUTHORIZATION (Legislation/Regulations) 7.BUDGET PERIOD MM/DD/YYYY MM/DD/YYYY Partners for Fish and Wildlife Act-Partners for Fish and Wildlife From 08/01/2021 Through 07/31/2026 Program(16 U.S.C.§3773) 8. TITLE OF PROJECT(OR PROGRAM) SOW for a CA with the Fort Worth Nature Center 9a.GRANTEE NAME AND ADDRESS 9b.GRANTEE PROJECT DIRECTOR Fort Worth,City of Ms.Daniel Price 200 Texas St 200 Texas St Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge Fort Worth,TX 76102-6314 Fort Worth,TX 76102-6314 Phone:817-392-7447 10a.GRANTEE AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL 10b.FEDERAL PROJECT OFFICER Ms.Daniel Price Mrs.Missy Singleton 200 Texas St 2005 NE Green Oaks Blvd Ste 140 Fort Worth,TX 76102-6314 U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service Phone:817-392-7447 Arlington,TX 76006-3293 Phone:8172771100x22126 ALL AMOUNTS ARE SHOWN IN USD 11.APPROVED BUDGET(Excludes Direct Assistance) 12.AWARD COMPUTATION I Financial Assistance from the Federal Awarding Agency Only a.Amount of Federal Financial Assistance(from item 11m) $ 10,000.00 11 Total project costs including grant funds and all other financial participation I b.Less Unobligated Balance From Prior Budget Periods $ 0.00 a. Salaries and Wages ...................................$ 0.00 c.Less Cumulative Prior Award(s)This Budget Period $ 0.00 d.AMOUNTOF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE THIS ACTION $ 10,000.00 b. Fringe Benefits ...................................$ 0.00 13.Total Federal Funds Awarded to Date for Project Period Is 10,000.00 C. Total Personnel Costs ................$ 0.00 14.RECOMMENDED FUTURE SUPPORT d. Equipment .................................$ 0.00 1 (Subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory progress ofthe project): e. Supplies .................................$ 1,500.00 YEAR TOTAL DIRECT COSTS YEAR TOTAL DIRECT COSTS a. 2 $ f. Travel .................................$ 0.00 b. 3 $ e. 6 $ 9. Construction ...$ 0.00 c. 4 $ f. 7 $ h. Other .................................$ 0.00 15.PROGRAM INCOME SHALL BE USED IN ACCORD WITH ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ALTERNATIVES: I. Contractual .................................$ 8,500.00 a. DEDUCTION b. ADDITIONAL COSTS [e] MATCHING j. TOTAL DIRECT COSTS 1111, $ 10,000.00 d. OTHER RESEARCH(Add/Deduct Option) e. OTHER(See REMARKS) k. INDIRECT COSTS $ 0.00 16.THIS AWARD IS BASED ON AN APPLICATION SUBMITTED TO,AND AS APPROVED BY,THE FEDERAL AWARDING AGENCY ON THE ABOVE TTLED PROJECTAND IS SUBJECTTO THE TERMS AND CONDmONS INCORPORATED EITHER DIRECTLY I. TOTAL APPROVED BUDGET $ 10 000.00 OR BY REFERENCE IN THE FOLLOWING: Thegrant program legislation. b. Thegrant program regulations. This award notice including terms and conditions,if any,noted below under REMARKS. m. Federal Share $ 10,000.00 d. Federal administrative requirements,cost principles and audit requirements applicable to this grant. In the event there are conflicting or otherwise inconsistent policies applicable tothe grant,the above order of precedence shall n. Non-Federal Share $ 0.00 prevail.Acceptance of the grant terms and conditions is acknowledged by the grantee when funds are drawn or otherwise obtained from the grant payment system. REMARKS (Other Terms and Conditions Attached- • Yes 0 No) No program income. GRANTS MANAGEMENT OFFICIAL: OFFICIAL RECORD Kano Williams,Grants Management Officer 5275 Leesburg Pike MS:WSFR CITY SECRETARY Financial Assistance Support and Oversight Falls Church,VA22041-2204 FT. WORTH, TX Phone:5052271255 17. VENDOR CODE 0071345326 18.DUNS 073170458 19. CONG.DIST. 12 LINE# FINANCIAL ACCT AMT OF FIN ASST START DATE END DATE TAS ACCT PO LINE DESCRIPTION 1 0051012728-00010 $10,000.00 08/01/2021 07/31/2026 1611 City of Fort Worth-Fort Worth Nature C PAGE 2 of 5 DATE ISSUED NOTICE OF AWARD (Continuation Sheet) 08/12/2021 GRANT NO. F21 AC03048-00 Federal Financial Report Cycle Reporting Period Start Date Reporting Period End Date Reporting Type Reporting Period Due Date 08/01/2021 09/30/2021 Annual 01/28/2022 10/01/2021 09/30/2022 Annual 01/28/2023 10/01/2022 09/30/2023 Annual 01/28/2024 10/01/2023 09/30/2024 Annual 01/28/2025 10/01/2024 09/30/2025 Annual 01/28/2026 10/01/2025 07/31/2026 Final 11/28/2026 Performance Progress Report Cycle Reporting Period Start Date Reporting Period End Date Reporting Type Reporting Period Due Date 08/01/2021 09/30/2021 Annual 01/28/2022 10/01/2021 09/30/2022 Annual 01/28/2023 10/01/2022 09/30/2023 Annual 01/28/2024 10/01/2023 09/30/2024 Annual 01/28/2025 10/01/2024 09/30/2025 Annual 01/28/2026 10/01/2025 07/31/2026 Final 11/28/2026 Terms and Conditions 1. U.S.Fish and Wildlife General Award Terms and Conditions(see link https://www.fws.gov/grants/atc.html) 2. Mandatory Disclosures Conflicts of interest:Per 2 CFR§1402.112,non-Federal entities and their employees must take appropriate steps to avoid conflicts of interest in their responsibilities under or with respect to Federal financial assistance agreements.In the procurement of supplies,equipment,construction,and services by recipients and by subrecipients,the conflict of interest provisions in 2 CFR§200.318 apply. Non-Federal entities,including applicants for financial assistance awards,must disclose in writing any conflict of interest to the DOI awarding agency or pass-through entity in accordance with 2 CFR§200.112. Recipients must establish internal controls that include,at a minimum,procedures to identify,disclose, and mitigate or eliminate identified conflicts of interest. The recipient is responsible for notifying the Service Project Officer identified in their notice of award in writing of any conflicts of interest that may arise during the life of the award,including those that reported by subrecipients. The Service will examine each conflict of interest disclosure to determine whether a significant potential conflict exists and,if it does,work with the applicant or recipient to develop an appropriate resolution. Failure to resolve conflicts of interest in a manner that satisfies the government may be cause for termination of the award. Failure to make required disclosures may result in any of the remedies for noncompliance described in 2 CFR§200.339,including suspension or debarment(see also 2 CFR Part 180). Lobbying:The recipient must not use any federally appropriated funds(annually appropriated or continuing appropriations)or matching funds under a Federal award to pay any person for lobbying in connection with the award. Lobbying is influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any U.S.agency,a Member of the U.S.Congress,an officer or employee of the U.S.Congress,or an employee of a Member of the U.S. Congress connection with the award. The recipient must complete and submit the SF-LLL,"Disclosure of Lobbying Activities" form to the Service Project Officer 2 PAGE 3 of 5 DATE ISSUED NOTICE OF AWARD (Continuation Sheet) 08/12/2021 GRANT NO. F21 AC03048-00 identified in their notice of award if the Federal share of their award is more than$100,000 and the recipient has made or has agreed to make any payment using non-appropriated funds for lobbying in connection with the application or award. See 43 CFR,Subpart 18.100 for more information on when additional submission of this form is required. Other Mandatory Disclosures:Recipients and subrecipients must disclose,in a timely manner,in writing to the Service Project Officer identified in their notice of award or pass-through entity all violations of Federal criminal law involving fraud,bribery,or gratuity violations potentially affecting the Federal award.Non-Federal entities that receive a Federal award including the term and condition outlined in 2 CFR 200,Appendix XII—Award Term and Condition for Recipient Integrity and Performance Matters are required to report certain civil,criminal,or administrative proceedings to SAM. Failure to make required disclosures can result in any of the remedies for noncompliance described in 2 CFR§200.339,including suspension or debarment. PAYMENTS 1. Domestic Recipients Enrolled in Treasury's ASAP System The recipient will request payments under this award in the U.S.Treasury's Automated Standard Application for Payment (ASAP)system.When requesting payment in ASAP,your Payment Requestor will be required to enter an Account ID.The number assigned to this award is the partial Account ID in ASAP.When entering the Account ID in ASAP,the Payment Requestor should enter the award number identified in the notice of award,followed by a percent sign(°/u).Refer to the ASAP.gov Help menu for detailed instructions on requesting payments in ASAP. REPORT 1. Interim Financial Reports The recipient is required to submit interim financial reports on a annual basis directly in GrantSolutions. The recipient must follow the financial reporting period end dates and due dates provided in GrantSolutions. The interim reporting due dates are available by signing in to GrantSolutions and selecting the menu for Reports>Federal Financial Report.The GrantSolutions financial report data entry fields are the same as those on the SF-425,"Federal Financial Report"form. See also our instructional video on"Completive the Federal Financial Report(SF-425)". SPECIAL TERMS AND REQUIREMENTS 1. Environmental Compliance Reviews Full compliance with environmental laws is not yet complete for this project. Project planning and coordination tasks can proceed;however,no ground-disturbing work or project implementation actions can occur until the Service has notified you in writing that project implementation work can begin. The Partners Program Biologist will assist you with completion of the Federal compliance processes; however,recipients of Federal funds are ultimately responsible for ensuring that all applicable Federal, State,and local permits are obtained for work performed under this Cooperative Agreement. As a condition of award,the Recipient and their sub-recipient(s)and contractor(s)must not begin any potentially impactful work related to this award until the Service has notified you in writing that such work can begin. Recipients and sub-recipients of Federal grants and cooperative agreement awards must 3 PAGE 4 of 5 DATE ISSUED NOTICE OF AWARD (Continuation Sheet) 08/12/2021 GRANT NO. F21 AC03048-00 comply with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA),Section 7 of Endangered Species Act(ESA),and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act(NHPA). REPORT 1. Interim Performance Reports The recipient is required to submit interim performance reports on a annual basis directly in GrantSolutions. The recipient must follow the performance reporting period end dates and due dates provided in GrantSolutions.The interim reporting due dates are available by signing in to GrantSolutions and selecting the menu for Reports>FPR 2. Final Reports The recipient must liquidate all obligations incurred under the award and submit a final financial report in GrantSolutions no later than 120 calendar days after the award period of performance end date. The GrantSolutions financial report data entry fields are the same as those on the SF-425,"Federal Financial Report"form. See also our instructional video on"Completing the Federal Financial Report(SF-425)". The recipient must submit a final performance report no later than 120 calendar days after the award period of performance end date. Performance reports must contain:1)a comparison of actual accomplishments with the goals and objectives of the award as detailed in the approved scope of work;2)a description of reasons why established goals were not met,if appropriate;and 3)any other pertinent information relevant to the project results. Please include the Service award number on all reports. The recipient must follow the final Federal Financial Report and the final Performance Report reporting period end dates and due dates provided in GrantSolutions.The final reporting due dates are available by signing in to GrantSolutions and selecting the menu for Reports>Federal Financial Report or Reports>FPR 3.Reporting Due Date Extensions Reporting due dates may be extended for an award upon request to the Service Project Officer identified in the notice of award. The request should be sent by selecting the award in GrantSolutions and selecting send message.The message must include the type of report to be extended,the requested revised due date,and a justification for the extension. The Service may approve an additional extension if justified by a catastrophe that significantly impairs the award Recipient's operations. The recipient must submit reporting due date extension requests through GrantSolutions to the Service Project Officer identified in their notice of award before the original due date.The Service Project Officer will respond to the recipient after approval or denial of the extension request. 4. Significant Developments Reports See 2 CFR§200.328(d). Events may occur between the scheduled performance reporting dates that have significant impact upon the supported activity.In such cases,recipients are required to notify the Service in writing as soon as the recipient becomes aware of any problems,delays,or adverse conditions that will materially impair the ability to meet the objective of the Federal award.This disclosure must include a statement of any corrective action(s)taken or contemplated,and any assistance needed to resolve the situation.The recipient should also notify the Service in writing of any favorable developments that enable meeting time schedules and objectives sooner or at less cost than anticipated or producing more or different beneficial results than originally planned. BUDGET AND PROGRAM REVISIONS 1.Budget and Program Plan Revisions 4 PAGE 5 of 5 DATE ISSUED NOTICE OF AWARD (Continuation Sheet) 08/12/2021 GRANT NO. F21 AC03048-00 The recipient must report to the Service Project Officer identified in their notice of award deviations from budget or project scope or objective,and request prior approvals for budget and program plan revisions per 2 CFR§200.308.unless otherwise specifically waived in this award. SCOPE OF WORK 1. Project Description The Service hereby incorporates the recipient's application submitted to and approved by the Service into these award terms and conditions. This award is made based on Service approval of your application signed on July 12,2021,hereby incorporated by reference into this award. Funds under this award are to be used to complete work outlined in the attached Scope of Work and completed SF424 forms. The Service Project Officer identified in the Project Contacts section of this letter will be substantially involved in this project including,but not limited to: (A)participating and collaborating with you and other project partners,in carrying out the Work Plan and/or Landowner Agreement;(B)reviewing and approving each stage of work;and(C)closely monitoring or otherwise providing operational involvement during the project. STAFF CONTACTS 1. Program Officer Contact Information: Program Officer Name: Missy Singleton Program Officer Email Address: melissa singleton@fws.gov Program Officer Telephone Number: Office: 817.277.1100 ext. 22126 Cell: 817.360.7820 5 AWARD ATTACHMENTS CITY OF FORT WORTH F21AC03048-00 1. SOW SCOPE OF PROJECT For a COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT between the U.S.FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE and FORT WORTH NATURE CENTER& REFUGE Project Title Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge Cooperative Agreement Funding Requested$10,000 Auth orizati on This Cooperative Agreement(Agreement) is entered into pursuant to authority contained in the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Act(P.L. 109-294),the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act(16 U.S.C. 661 et seq.) and the Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956(16 U.S.C. 742a j),as amended. This project was selected for funding because the Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge shares a common objective with the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)to enhance habitat for the benefit of Federal trust species on non-federal lands, and the project supports priority actions identified in the Regional Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program(Partners Program) Strategic Pian. The Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Road, Fort Worth, TX 76135, hereby agrees to participate with the USFWS in conducting certain habitat improvement practices on non-federal lands located in Tarrant County, State of Texas,as identified in the Agreement's exhibit: 32.834295°, -97.474823°. In signing this Agreement and receiving a Notice of Award Letter,the Fort Worth Nature Center &Refuge joins as a participant with the USFWS and agrees to complete the habitat improvement project with financial or material support provided by the USFWS.Any donation of supplies, equipment, or direct payment from the USFWS to the Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge for carrying out the habitat improvements is included in Agreement. The habitat improvement activities conducted pursuant to this Agreement are not to replace, supplement or otherwise contribute to any mitigation or compensation that may be required of the Fort Worth Nature Center& Refuge, or other parties, as a result of any mandated requirements. Background The Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge is a natural area comprised of forests,prairies, and wetlands allowing visitors to step back in time and experience what the Fort Worth/Dallas Metroplex was like in the early 20th century. The inception of the Fort Worth Nature Center& Refuge was based on protecting the local watershed. The Fort Worth Nature Center& Refuge covers 3,621 acres and includes over 20 miles of hiking trails,making the park one of the largest city-owned nature centers in the United States. In 1980 it was designated as a National Natural Landmark by the U.S.Department of the Interior. With the ever growing population of Fort Worth and the surrounding communities,having a place to explore and enj oy the outdoors is important for area residents. The Fort Worth Nature Center& Refuge is home to many native habitats to discover on a self-guided or staff-guided hike. Staff members offer many programs throughout the year providing opportunities for visitors to learn about our natural world. In addition to education,the Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge is a shining example of land stewardship and was recognized with a Lone Star Land Steward award in 2009 by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Resource management staff work hard to preserve our ecosystems by promoting best practices to enhance the fauna and flora.Managing a residential bison herd and implementing prescribed fires are two of many ways that the Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge ensure local and migratory wildlife have a sustainable home. Project Officers For the USFWS: For the Recipient Organization: Arlington Ecological Service Field Office Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge Missy Singleton Daniel Price 2005 NE Green Oaks Blvd.,9140 9601 Fossil Ridge Road Arlington,TX 76006 Fort Worth, TX 76135 817.227.1100 ext.22111 (817) 392-7447 steve__arey@fws.gov Daniel.Price@fortworthtexas.gov Project Summary The project site sits at a unique crossroads of several large ecosystems: Fort Worth Prairie and the East and West Cross Timbers. As annual rainfall diminished east to west,forests transition into woodlands,then savannas and prairies. In Fort Worth,these ecosystems grade into one another over a short distance and host distinct vegetation communities based upon soil.The Fort Worth Prairie is characterized by limestone soils while the Cross Timbers are characterized by sandy soils. The Fort Worth Nature Center&Refuge(hereinafter Recipient)will work collaboratively with the USFWS's Partners Program to enhance a degraded 75-acre prairie site by mulching woody/understory vegetation encroachment. Within a 3-5 year time after mulching,it is anticipated that the site will have a follow-up treatment of herbicide and prescribed fire by the Recipient. These conservation treatments will improve ground-level cover conditions,provide essential nesting habitat, and enhance the overall plant diversity benefiting numerous migratory and resident grassland game and non-game bird species,monarch butterflies, and other pollinator species. This project supports Secretary oflnterior Priority I Creating a conservation stewardship legacy second only to Teddy Roosevelt by improving habitat for migratory wildlife and resident game and non-game species.Also,the project supports Secretarial Priority If Improving the overall landscape to create outdoor recreational opportunities. Finally,the project support 2 Secretarial Priority 3. Restoring trust with local communities, strengthen regional strategic plans and priorities, and 3.a. Be a better neighbor with those closest to our resources. Scone of Work Project Description The objective of this Agreement is for the Recipient and USFWS's Partners Program to work collaboratively in restoring a degraded 75-acre prairie site by mulching woody/understory vegetation encroachment. Improved ground-level cover conditions will provide essential nesting habitat and enhance the overall plant diversity of the site,thus benefiting numerous migratory and resident grassland game and non-game bird species,monarch butterflies,and other pollinator species. Roles/Responsibilities of USFWS and Recipient The USFWS will: • Award $10,000 to the Recipient for equipment rental and herbicide purchase to treat 75 acres of brush(>51% canopy cover) on at the project site. • Have substantial involvement with the Recipient throughout the entire Agreement term in order to support actions needed and to provide technical advice to ensure that the project is designed and constructed per the Agreement and functions as intended. • Develop management recommendations,implementation actions,and monitoring strategies for the project. • Provide advanced notice prior to accessing the project to evaluate and monitor management strategy effectiveness. • Assure regulatory compliance with National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act,National Historic Preservation Act, and any applicable federal statutory rule/regulation. • Not assume jurisdiction over any premise served by this Agreement. The USFWS assumes no liability for damage or injury other than that caused by its own negligence, on the above acreage. • Not be held liable in any way to restore the project site to its prior condition upon termination or expiration of this Agreement. The Recipient will: • Demonstrate progress on the agreement within 12 months of the Notice of Award Letter date and the project must be completed within 36 months of that date. The USFWS reserves the right to re-obligate funds if progress during this period is not met. If Recipient is unable to commence or complete work identified in this Agreement,the Recipient must notify the USFWS Project Officer a minimum of 30 days prior to request an Extension of Time. • Furnish the necessary personnel,materials and services,and do all things required to accomplish the project objectives. • Within a 3 year timeframe after mulching provide a follow-up treatment(spot treatment) of herbicide at the project site. 3 • Within a 5 year time timeframe after mulching, pending site conditions, implement a prescribed fire at the project site • Furnish written notification for USFWS concurrence any deviations from the procedures or objectives specified in this Agreement prior to implementation. • Refund to the USFWS monies provided by the USFWS which prove to be cancelable obligations or unallowable costs in accordance with appropriate Code of Federal Regulation and unexpended should the Recipient be unable to complete the provisions of this Agreement. Monitoring Monitoring will be accomplished by the Recipient and the USFWS Project Officer. A monitoring plan will be developed between the Recipient and USFWS Project Officer to determine the most appropriate plan for the project. An i mated Project Accomnlishments Summary of Accomplishments Anticipated Under this Scope of Project Habitat Type Restoration Enhancement Establishment Totals Upland Acres 75 75 Wetland Acres Stream Channel Miles Shoreline Miles Other Structures Budget Justification Budget justification based on FY20 Texas NRCS cost rates(75 acre treatment): • 314 Brush Management Mechanical Treatment>51%Canopy Cover Ac($321.67/ac) Estimated Total= $24,125.25 Equipment Rental=$8,500/30-day • 314 Brush Management Chemical Treatment, Broadcast,Aerial or Ground Ac($32.21/ac) Estimated Total= $2,415.75 Requested Amount=$1,500.00 • 338 Prescribed Burning Volatile Fuel Ac($28.18/ac) Estimated Total= $2,113.50 In-kind Contribution= $2,113.50 Total Amount Request=$10,000.00 4 Budget Table Federal and Estimated Non-Federal Financial Contributions under this Scope of Project Object Class USFWS Other Cate ories3 Recipient Totals g Partners Program (if any) Personnel $0 $0 NIA $0 Fringe benefits $0 $0 NIA $0 Travel $0 $0 NIA $0 Equipment $0 $0 NIA $0 Supplies $0 $1,500.00 NIA $1,500.00 Contractual $0 $8,500.00 NIA $8,500.00 Other $2,113.50 $0 NIA $2,113.50 Indirect Costs $0 $0 NIA $0 Totals $2,113.50 $10,000.00 NIA $12,113.50 Single Audit Re or ing Statement The Recipient was not required to submit a Single Audit report for the organization's most recently closed fiscal year. Certification and Disclosure of Lobbying Activities The Recipient is not paying any person for lobbying in connection with this award. Lobbying is defined as influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress connection with the award. Reci in'ent Uavment/invoicing Procedures The Recipient has completed enrollment in U.S.Treasury's Automated Standard Application for Payment(ASAP) system. When requesting payment in ASAP,the Recipient's Payment Requestor will be required to enter an Account ID. The number assigned to this award is the partial Account ID in ASAP. When entering the Account ID in ASAP,the Payment Requestor should enter the award number identified in the subject line on the award letter followed by a percent sign(%). Refer to the ASAP.gov Help menu for detailed instructions on requesting payments in ASAP. System for Award Management (SAM)Registration Under the terms and conditions of this award,the Recipient must maintain an active SAM 5 registration at https://www.sam.siov/12ortal/SAM/#1 until the final financial report is submitted or final payment is received,whichever is later. If the Recipient's SAM registration expires during the required period, the USFWS may suspend payment under this and all other USFWS awards to the Recipient until the SAM registration is updated. Conflict of Interest The Recipient must notify the USFWS in writing of any actual or potential conflicts of interest that are known at the time of application or that may arise during the life of this award, in the event an award is made. Conflicts of interest include any relationship or matter which might place the Recipient, the Recipient's employees, or the Recipient's Sub-Recipients in a position of conflict,real or apparent,between their responsibilities under the award and any other outside interests. Conflicts of interest may also include, but are not limited to, direct or indirect financial interests,close personal relationships,positions of trust in outside organizations,consideration of future employment arrangements with a different organization, or decision-making affecting the award that would cause a reasonable person with knowledge of the relevant facts to question the impartiality of the Recipient,the Recipient's employees, or the Recipient's future Sub- Recipients in the matter. Upon receipt of such a notice,the USFWS Project Officer in consultation with their Ethics Counselor will determine if a conflict of interest exists and, if so,if there are any possible actions to be taken by the applicant to reduce or resolve the conflict. Failure to resolve conflicts of interest in a manner that satisfies the USFWS may result in the project not being selected for funding. Overlap and Duplication Statements Prospective recipients for federal financial assistance through the PFW Program are required to provide a statement certifying that proposed habitat enhancement activities described herein d.4 or do not overlap and/or duplicate any other possible proposal for federal financial assistance. Please provide a thorough explanation if potential for overlap or duplication exits. Overlap Statement(check one) 16 There is no overlap between the proposed project and any other active or anticipated projects in terms of activities, costs, or time commitment of key personnel. - or- o There is overlap between the proposed project and other active or anticipated projects in terms of activities,costs,or time commitment of key personnel. A description of the overlap has been provided in our application. Duplication Statement (check one) fi11 The proposal submitted for consideration under this program is not duplicative of a proposal that was or will be submitted for funding consideration to any other potential funding source (Federal or non-Federal). 6 -or- ❑ The proposal submitted for consideration under this program is duUlicative of a proposal that was or will be submitted for funding consideration to another potential funding source(Federal or non-Federal). We are detailing when the other duplicative proposal(s)were submitted,to whom (entity name and program), and when funding decisions are expected to be announced, as follows: (explain and provide details in an attachment). If at any time a proposal is awarded funds that would be duplicative of the funding requested from the USFWS,we understand that we must notify the USFWS point of contact for this funding opportunity immediately. Revision/Modification Procedures Revisions to this Agreement may be proposed by either party and shall become effective upon written concurrence of all parties. Work completed prior to written concurrence of all parties is done at the Recipient's risk,without expectation ofreimbursement. Agreement Length and Termination Procedures The works of improvements should be completed no later than 36 months from the Notice of Award Letter date. The term of this Agreement(also referred to as the habitat retention period) will expire on August 1,2031. This Agreement may be modified at any time by mutual written consent of the parties. It may be terminated by either party upon 30 days advance written notice to the other party. The Agreement may be terminated by either party upon providing 30 days advance written notice to the other party. However, if the Recipient terminates the Agreement before its expiration, or if the Recipient should materially default on these commitments,then the Recipient agrees to reimburse the USFWS prior to final termination for the prorated costs of all habitat improvements placed on the land through this Agreement. After giving such notice,the Recipient shall bring its activities to a prompt and orderly close avoiding new costs to the extent possible. The Recipient shall submit a final summary of costs (and invoice,if appropriate)for approval of the USFWS. Project property shall be disposed of in accordance with the property terms of this Agreement,if any, or,in the absence of such terms, as agreed by the parties in a termination settlement. For these purposes,the total cost of the habitat improvements to the United States is agreed to be $10,000 Additional information as Potentially Renuired for the Project Pesticide Product Provision This Pesticide Product Provision is pursuant to and guided by authorities contained in USFWS and U.S. Department of the Interior(DOI)policies and directives (517 DM 1,569 FW 1,524 DM 1, 242 FW7). It is the responsibility of all persons using a pesticide product to read and follow the applicable label and to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to the use of such pesticide product. Before using any pesticide product,be certain it is registered for use in your locality. Failure to apply a pesticide in accordance with the stipulations specified on the product label is not only a violation of federal and state law but it will render this Agreement null and void. 7 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have agreed to this Scope of Project. FOR THE RECIPIENT: Vpa yle lygfhlkata�, Jun 21, 2021 Vaierie Wash Engton(Jun 21,2 112:30 CDT) Valerie Washington, Assistant City Manager, CFW Date FOR THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE: 6/23/21 Missy Singleton,PFW Project Biologist, USFWS Date Digitally signed by DEBRA BILLS D E B RA BILLS Date:2021.06.25 08:00:32-05'00' Debra Bills, Field Supervisor, USFWS Date OFFICIAL RECORD CITY SECRETARY FT. WORTH, TX S EXIDBIT Mulching fi a U ��a s l i �'i Ch y�7 �r �r pis ¢t: d+ Ao -'.. i/- 'r�.a` 'YY11,+ O�I p",♦.� a,. 'r' 1ti t f _ �,a* / Project Site .`'', �,�i "� .R%`R]�,a r ' z +'rr' � e t� �r��,�'y°r�4'�ls• t � � +,e''S"Yy`^r �1.��,r�� !a Legend t�aYP� 4 1 _h -4. ,�i. .. i I:.y'4Tr 'y"' Ki,-.� ; �, 9' a a/�{ 'r r +i �- o- '2ii — Hiking Trail i,. _Gy„�p r / 4'`�4A`} i+zy«' } �' ) FaY3w +l+fhv' ��h. __ _• Powerline Residential 5 .a yt{MAa � Project Site s„ ,a #. i7?. •th a 17 Ak n Maps are for planning purposes '' of fi '� only.No claims to ; . ".� "' accuracy are made or implied. A d Rly :1 ��i., y i' SURE L+ Ai 7! a .� �..`+,— �•?� �r�'ra��?.�� iP.�Tyw�[�l� ]-1.'..��i�LYY- c .l¢+y{,,�4�71��w� his 0 125 250 500 9 FOR CITY OF FORT WORTH INTERNAL PROCESSES: Approval Recommended: Contract Compliance Manager: By signing I acknowledge that I am the person responsible for the monitoring and By: Richard Zavala(Jun 30,202218:53 CDT) administration of this contract, including Name: Richard Zavala ensuring all performance and reporting Title: Director requirements. Park& Recreation Department By: By: y Robert Denkhaus(Jun 30,202211:46 CDT) Name: Kelli Pickard Name: Robert Denkhaus Title: Assistant Director Title: Nature Center Manager Park& Recreation Department Park& Recreation Department Approved as to Form and Legality: City Secretary: dLk= Tgnnette S. Goodall By: Nico Arias(Jun 30,202210:57 CDT) By: Jannette S.Goodall(Jul 1,2022 11:29 CDT) Name: Nico Arias Name: Jannette S. Goodall Title: Assistant City Attorney Title: City Secretary �444��n� ap FORt as Ay F°000000ao_ ,& 1g'p 0j Contract Authorization: 0_o o�d M&C: 20-0812 Pv °z� o d Form 1295: N/A �� .°° AZY � OFFICIAL RECORD CITY SECRETARY FT. WORTH, TX City of Fort Worth.. Texas Mayor and Council Communication DATE: Tuesday,October 27,2020 REFERENCE NO.: "M&C 20-D612 LOG NAME: 8DFW14CBR USFWS COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT SUBJECT: (CD 7)Authorize Execution of a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service for Habitat Enhancement Activities of Past Oak Savannah and Native Grassland F+abiats at-he Fort Worth Naw re Center and Refuge in an Amount Not to Exceed$10,UOD.O1)and Adop-AppropriaJon Ordinance RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: 1.Auhorize the exe=ion of a cooperative a0reementwith the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in an arroun:no-to exceed$10,(140.40 in reimbursement for habits-enhancement activities of past oak savannah and native grassland habitat at the Fart Warlth Mature Center and Refuge;and 2_Adopt the a--ached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Furl by Ti 9,D00.00. DISCUSSION: The Fort Worth Mature Center and Refuge will work collaboratively with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFW)Partners Program to enhance a degraded 7&acre post oak savannah site by mulching wcad&nderst.ory vegetation encroachment.Within a three-to-five year time after mulching,the site will have a follow-up treatment of herbicide and a prescribed bum by City of Fort Worth staff_These conservation treatments will improve ground-level cover conditions,provide essential nesting habitats,and enhance the overall plant diversity benefiting numerous migratory and resident grassland game and non- game bird species,monarch butterflies,and other poll inator species. The USFW will provide a W%%cost share on a reimburseable bases up to ID,OD0.DO,funding the rental of a land clearing machi ne and the purchase of herbicide,along with developing management recommendations,implementation actions,and monitoring strategies for the project The City of Fart Worth will provide a 05%%cast share far this project consisting of T319,D00.00 for in-kind services in the farm of operating the machine rented,applying herbicide,and conducting the prescribed bum.Mulching will be completed within twelve months, herbicide treatment will be completed within three years of completing mulching and a prescribed burn well be cornpkeled within five years of completing mulching. The Fort Warth Mature Center and Refuge is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 7, but serves the entire city_ FISCAL INFORIAATION I CERTIFICATION: The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the appropriation ordinance,furds will be available in the current aperating budget,as appropriated,in the Grants Operating Federal Fund_The Park&Recreation Department(and Financial Management Services)will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City_Prior to an expenditure being made,the Park&Recreation Department has the responsibility to Val id ate the availability of funds. This is a reimbursementgrant. TO Fun department ccoun Project Progra ctivit Budget Reference# moun ID ID Year (ChartFeld 2) FROM Fun department occur Project Progra ctivit Budget Reference# moun ID ID Year Chartfield 2 CERTIFICATIONS: Submitted for City Manager's C1fice by- ValefieWashingtan (8192} Originating Department Head: Richard Zavala (5704) Additional Infamiation Contact: I{elli Pickard (54131} ATTACHMENTS 1. BOFWNC&R USFWS COOPAMGT 2001.docx (Public) 2. DRAFT Df1192D2D Fort Worth Nature Center Scope of Prole dacx (CFW Intemal) 3. USFWS Mulchina Project Map FV2020_POF (Pubic)