Cooperative Management of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve.
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
The objectives of this program focus on the cooperative management, administration, and protection of Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve. They include overseeing land and facilities, administering conservation programs, and ensuring compliance with preservation measures. The work also involves coordinating with local governments, entering into partnerships and contracts, and securing funding to support the reserve’s long-term stewardship and public engagement.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Local governments
- Federally recognized tribes
- Private nonprofits
- State
The authorizing legislation for Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve states that the Secretary of Interior is authorized to transfer management and administration of the Reserve to an appropriate unit of local government. A joint administrative board called the Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve Trust Board (Trust Board), was created in accordance with the provision of RCW 39.34.030. The Trust Board consists of nine members: Three representatives of Island County, residing in the Reserve, three representatives from the Town of Coupeville, one [Washington] State Park representative, and one National Park Service representative. The Trust Board complies with the Open Public Meeting Act Chapter 42.30 RCW.
Beneficiaries
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Other Public Institution/organization
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Projects will be documented in agreements to be issued under the terms and conditions of a master cooperative agreement. Each project will include the appropriate documentation for a financial assistance award in accordance with National Park Service and DOI policy and regulation.
Award Procedure
Projects will be selected based on criteria developed with the partners and as approved by the Deputy Regional Director, Pacific West Regional Office. All awards will be made in accordance with Department of Interior Policy, Departmental Manual 505DM2 based upon Unique Qualifications.
Program details & compliance
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
The Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve was established in 1978 “to preserve and protect a rural community which provides an unbroken historical record from nineteenth century exploration and settlement in Puget Sound to the present time.” (National Parks and Recreation Act 1978, PL 95-625). The Trust Board of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve was established to manage and administer the Reserve. The Trust Board is comprised of nine members, from Island County (3), Town of Coupeville (3), State Parks (1), and the National Park Service (1).
Required Documentation
2 CFR Part 200, in its entirety, applies to this program.
Matching Requirements
The US Department of the interior through the National Park Service shall request an appropriation through customary budgetary procedures to defray a portion – not to exceed 50%--of annual operational costs of the Reserve. The remaining costs, which may consist of direct financial contributions or in-kind services, will be provided for from other sources.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements