Restoration 2013/2014 Stabilization, Supplemental Planting and Seeding, and Test Plot
Restoration 2013/2014 Stabilization, Supplemental Planting and Seeding, and Test Plot
Summary
SCH Number
2014028153
Lead Agency
Parks and Recreation, Department of
(California Department of Parks and Recreation)
Document Title
Restoration 2013/2014 Stabilization, Supplemental Planting and Seeding, and Test Plot
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Document Description
The purpose of the 2013/2014 restoration program is to stabilize, restore or maintain the ecological integrity and function of the native plant communities and surrounding soil in specific areas of the Gaudalupe - Nipomo Dunes Complex within Oceano Dunes SVRA park boundaries. Protection of the vegetated islands within ODSRVA, are mandated to remain in compliance with the Coastal Permit, OHMVRD Directives and State Legislation. Projects proposed for the 2013/2014 restoration season are within the fore dunes, mid-dunes and back dunes. Most of the sites targeted for restoration are within or near the open riding and camping area of Oceano Dunes SVRA. All of the existing vegetated area are closed to OHB recreation by fencing.
Restoration techniques will include pre-project surveys, dune stabilization with straw, native plant propagation and native seed dispersal. Pre-project surveys will be carried out for listed species and project boundaries will be marked wtih GPS polygons. Dune stabilization will be completed with certified "weed free" straw spread at 100-150 bales/acres by a straw blower or punched into the sand surface with "sheepsfoot" pulled by heavy equipment. All native seed and vegetation plant material to be used for this project were collected from on-site locations within ODSRVA.
Minor public alterations in the condition of land and vegetation. Proposed project actions by regulatory agencies, Coastal Commission, to enforce a permit prescribed by the regulatory agency.
