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Project Title
VT DEC Wetland Program Development Pilot Project Regulatory
Project Description
This project involves: review, authorization, and restriction of activities in wetlands in accordance with the provisions of the Vermont Wetland Rules and the Federal Clean Water Act Sec. 401 Water Quality Certification Process; compliance monitoring and enforcement related technical assistance to bring unauthorized activities into compliance; outreach and education activities regarding wetlands and wetland regulations for both the general public and specific stakeholder groups; continuing development of a comprehensive monitoring and assessment program; assessment of past compensatory mitigation projects with a view towards improving the effectiveness of future projects; development of a strategy for wetland restoration, including staff training in wetland restoration; identification of both vulnerable and highly significant (natural heritage value) wetlands, and development of strategies for their protection. All of these activities will involve cooperation with other State and Federal agencies and private non-profit organizations. This project wil be referenced in an amended Performance Partnership Agreement with EPA.
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  (Grant Dollar + Grant Match)
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Regulation
Enforcement and Compliance
Monitoring and Assessment
Monitoring and Assessment
Regulation
Wetland Regulatory Policy and Planning
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Final Report
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VT Pilot Grant.pdf
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Environmental and Other Project Outcomes
Actual or expected outcomes description
The overall project goal is to conserve the significant wetlands of the State of Vermont for the values and functions they provide for the natural and cultural environment; and to demonstrate the effectiveness of the program through the documentation of measurable or quantifiable environmental outcomes.
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