Issue #1: The Floodplains by Design (FbD) pre-application process requires significant time and capacity by applicants and Ecology (ECY) that may no longer be needed at this stage.
Goal: Reduce the time required in the pre-application process without compromising local processes or critical requirements such as Tribal notification that lead to the high-quality projects the FbD program is known for. Changes to the pre-application and pre-app process are described in the proposal below. We hope to hear from local experts regarding additional ideas and reflections to help ensure changes will be beneficial.
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View the recording of this meeting: FbD Grant Update Advisory Group Meeting #1
Meeting notes can be found here: FbD Grant Update Group Meeting #1 Notes