Cooperative Management of Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve.

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 complianc

Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve is a unique place where history, rural landscapes, natural beauty, and community come together. Through this financial assistance program, the National Park Service works in partnership with the State of Washington and local governments to support the cooperative management of the Reserve, as directed by Public Law 95‑625. The program exists to help ensure that the Reserve's historic farms, scenic views, cultural resources, recreational opportunities, and natural environments are protected and maintained for the benefit of the public. Unlike many national park units, Ebey's Landing is managed through a shared governance model. The National Park Service can transfer certain management responsibilities to state or local partners, provide technical assistance, and offer supplemental funding to support day‑to‑day operations, long‑term preservation, and visitor services. These cooperative agreements strengthen local stewardship, allow communities to directly shape how the Reserve is cared for, and ensure that its rural heritage remains a living part of Island County.

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.

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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).

Generally 1-2 years.

All funded projects will be developed collaboratively between the National Park Service and the Trust Board and executed in accordance with availability of appropriations, applicable law and regulations including DOI Regulations regarding Financial Assistance awards at 43 CFR Part 12

Specific evaluation criteria will be included in the funding announcements posted on www.grants.gov. Projects will be accomplished in cooperation with partners and be in accordance with established priorities. Funding source will determine criteria for prioritization.

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.

In accordance with applicable law and regulation.

None. Final award decisions are not subject to appeal; however, the National Park Service will provide applicants with information on why their proposals were not selected for award, upon request.