NR 51.934(7)(7)The application shall include a copy of any relevant local comprehensive outdoor recreation plan, local green space plan, integrated resource management plan, riverfront restoration plan or appropriate sections of a comprehensive plan pursuant to s. 66.1001, Stats.
NR 51.934(8)(8)Riparian flowage lands may be eligible for a grant under this subchapter, if the project overall is more riverine in character than lake and if it is part of a comprehensive riverway plan, or if the acquisition is for the purpose of the removing the flowage and restoring the area to a natural river condition.
NR 51.934(9)(9)Non–urban riverfront lands that are lying adjacent to an urban area or that are likely to be urbanized may be eligible for a grant under this subchapter if the department determines acquisition of the land would contribute significantly to the overall success of an urban river project or comprehensive riverway plan of which it is a part.
NR 51.934(10)(10)The following shoreline enhancements, not listed in priority order, are eligible for stewardship grants:
NR 51.934(10)(a)(a) Projects that support nature-based outdoor recreation as defined in s. NR 51.002 (19).
NR 51.934(10)(b)(b) Riparian buffer rehabilitation including establishment of native vegetation, which may include slope and site preparation, and control of exotic plant species.
NR 51.934(10)(c)(c) Shoreline stabilization, which may employ bioengineering practices, and other environmentally beneficial stabilization techniques.
NR 51.934(10)(d)(d) Engineering and design costs for approved shoreline enhancement projects.
NR 51.934(10)(e)(e) Removal of seawalls, retaining walls, overhead wires, roads, buildings and levees.
NR 51.934(10)(f)(f) Open shelters, multi-purpose shelter buildings and primitive campsites.
NR 51.934(10)(g)(g) Fences for protection of park users.
NR 51.934(10)(h)(h) Lighting for public safety.
NR 51.934(10)(i)(i) Park signs.
NR 51.934(10)(j)(j) Shoreline access.
NR 51.934(11)(11)Shoreline enhancement projects associated with river corridor restoration following dam removal shall receive a priority for funding.
NR 51.934(12)(12)Construction or repair of seawalls and lagoons, and environmental remediation or clean-up of site contamination are ineligible projects. Dredging projects are also ineligible unless the dredging is incidental to the overall project.
NR 51.934 HistoryHistory: Emerg. cr. eff. 9-1-00; CR 00-135: cr. Register July 2001, No. 547 eff. 8-1-01; CR 10-127: am. (2), (3), (6), (8), (9), (10) (a) Register February 2012 No. 674, eff. 3-1-12.
NR 51.935NR 51.935Priorities. The department shall prioritize grant requests based on the extent to which the project, or the project in conjunction with supporting plans, satisfies each of the following criteria which are not listed in order of preference. As set forth in s. 30.277 (6), Stats., the criterion relating to brownfields under sub. (15), shall receive the greatest preference.
NR 51.935(1)(1)The project satisfies a relevant statewide or department region priority need identified in the SCORP.
NR 51.935(2)(2)The project preserves land listed on the natural heritage inventory or restores or preserves an area with significant historical or cultural value.
NR 51.935(3)(3)The project supports other federal, state or local natural resource management or pollution control lands or projects.
NR 51.935(4)(4)The project implements elements of approved water quality plans.
NR 51.935(5)(5)The project continues land acquisitions in an urban rivers project that was previously approved by the department.
NR 51.935(6)(6)The project is within a designated scenic urban waterway under s. 30.275, Stats.
NR 51.935(7)(7)The project restores, enhances or preserves natural resource values and environmental quality within the river corridor.
NR 51.935(8)(8)The project provides and enhances diverse outdoor, natural resource related recreation opportunities for all segments of the population. Appropriate outdoor recreation opportunities include, but are not limited to, fishing, wildlife observation, enjoyment of scenic beauty, boating, canoeing, hiking and bicycling.
NR 51.935(9)(9)The project improves public access to the riverfront for all segments of the population.
NR 51.935(10)(10)The project has substantial community support, including financial support.
NR 51.935(11)(11)The project involves a joint effort by 2 or more governmental units.