Grant_Extension_until_10.01.2027__NFWF_81574.pdf

This is a grant amendment approval document from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) for a project in Florida managed by Escambia County. The amendment extends the period of performance for the "Enhancing Coastal Dune Matrix to Improve Protected Species Habitat and Community Resilience" project (NFWF #0318.24.081574) from the original timeline through October 1, 2027. The project involves installation of native vegetation, post and rope, sand fencing, and signage along gulf-frontal beach and scrub dune habitats on Pensacola Beach, along with removal of asphalt debris uncovered by previous storms. All installation activities must comply with contract drawings, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) field permit, and technical specification documents. The contractor is responsible for securing additional permits and approvals prior to conducting work, including beach driving permits and business licenses.

The amended period of performance runs from June 1, 2023 to October 1, 2027. Remaining reporting requirements include an Interim Programmatic Report due December 1, 2026, an Annual Financial Report due June 1, 2027, an Interim Programmatic Report due June 1, 2027, a Final Programmatic Report due January 1, 2028, and a Final Financial Report due January 1, 2028. The project is funded by the NFWF National Coastal Resiliency Fund. Grant administration contact is Haley Grove at NFWF.