SANDSTONE FLOWAGE ASSN: Sandstone Flowage AIS Control

The Sandstone Flowage Association proposes to control Eurasian water milfoil (EWM) through chemical treatment and prevention measures on the Sandstone Flowage during the period of 2011-2012. The project elements and deliverables are specified in the Sandstone Flowage Aquatic Invasive Species Control Grant application dated July 25,2011.

The project includes conducting annual pre and post-treatment surveys in accordance with DNR established protocal, to monitor the extent of EWM and efficacy of the previous year's treatment; treating EWM infested areas with aquatic herbicides; and conducting education and prevention activities to prevent further AIS infestation, conducting watercreft inspections and distributiing AIS literature. Watercraft inspection records will be entered into the State's online SWIMS database. A final report summarizing the 1-year project will be provided to DNR.

If consultant is to provide the final report, it is recommended the Grantee provide the DNR AIS Coordinator with a draft for comment on report adequacy prior to making final payment to the consultant. DNR to receive paper and electroic pdf. copies of the final report along with, or prior to, submiissoion of grantee's final payment request. Any publications or signs produced as part of this project will inocrporate the "Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers!" brand.