640 FW 1 - Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program

Table of Contents

1.1      What is the purpose of this chapter?
1.2      To what does this chapter apply?
1.3      What is the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program?
1.4      What are the authorities for this chapter?
1.5      Who is responsible for implementing the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program?
1.6      What terms do I need to know?
1.7      What are the objectives of the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program?
1.8      What do habitat improvement practices include?
1.9      How does the Service determine habitat improvement priorities?
1.10    How does the Service implement the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program?
1.11    What are the requirements for program projects?
1.12    What are the requirements for landowner and other types of agreements?
1.13    Do projects have to comply with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations?
1.14    How does the Service monitor program projects?
1.15    How are program accomplishments tracked?
1.16    How are Partners for Fish and Wildlife - Habitat Restoration (1121-HR) funds used
1.17    Are there any limitations on the use of 1121-HR monies?
1.18    When are waivers from the 70 percent limitation on the use of 1121-HR funds appropriate?
1.19    How do Regional Directors request a waiver?
1.20    How does the Service provide technical assistance?
1.21    How are Partners for Fish and Wildlife - Technical Assistance (1121-TA) funds used?
1.22    What forms are used for program projects?
1.23    What are the documentation and recordkeeping requirements for program projects?