State of Alabama FINAL Coastal Impact Assistance Program (CIAP ...

SPENDING ESTIMATE PER CALENDAR YEAR OF PROJECT
DURATION:
AL-22
2008 $ 200,000.00
2009 $ 130,000.00
2010 $ -
2011 $ -
GOAL: The goal of this project is to facilitate management research of Alabama’s coastal environment
through improved data collection systems, enhanced research infrastructure, and upgrades of
research tools.
OBJECTIVE: The objective of this project is to purchase a research boat (26-28 feet in length) to
implement artificial reef research. Also, this project fund development of a full
geographic information system at MRD facilities in Gulf Shores and Dauphin Island.
Costs associated with this system include equipment (computers and GPS units), site
licenses, printers, and training.
The Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural
Resources conducts fishery habitat enhancements such as oyster bed restoration and artificial reef
construction. A large sampling boat (26-28 feet) will be purchased and maintained in Baldwin County for
artificial reef research. The boat will be used by research staff to monitor and improve all coastal reefs.
The estimated budget for a boat, trailer, electronics and motor is $220,000.00.
A complete geographic information system (GIS) of coastal Alabama’s fishery enhancements will aid
MRD research staff to better manage offshore restoration projects. In addition, this system will aid in
education and assessment of coastal resources. Using the remaining funding ($110,000.00), this project
will purchase computer equipment, GPS units, licenses, printers, and necessary training to implement a
complete GIS at MRD facilities in Gulf Shores and Dauphin Island.
AUTHORIZED USES
o This project meets the criteria set forth in Authorized Use #1, projects and activities for the
conservation, protection, or restoration of coastal areas, including wetland.
State of Alabama Final Coastal Impact Assistance Program Plan
State of Alabama Tier One Project Descriptions
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