Virginia Coastal Program: 2006 Coastal Grant Project Description and Final Summary
Project Task:
84
Grantee:
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Project Title:
Virginia Clean Marina Program Development and Outreach- 2007-2008
Project Description as Proposed:
The requested financial support will be used to supplement funds provided by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and the Virginia Sea Grant Marine Advisory Program at VIMS to continue implementation of the Virginia Clean Marina Program (VCMP). The funds primarily will be used to support continuation of a field position that works closely with the other VCMP staff (at VIMS) as well as the Virginia Coastal Program, VA Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Coastal NPS Program, Virginia Department of Health, related agencies and the marina industry.
The project will continue the consistent expansion of the VCMP while at the same time work on retention of those already certified under the program.
In order to position the VCMP for the long term the project personnel will at the same time complete the following specific tasks:
1. Continue to support and expand the VCMP by adding marina and boatyards to the program
2. Implement a strategic plan for the VCMP with an associated business plan aimed at sustaining the program in future years;
3. Continue the development education and outreach efforts and materials to Virginia boaters; expand the outreach of materials to boaters;
4. Implement the marketing plan and support the production and delivery of educational materials via participation in public events such as boat shows as well as the purchase of targeted advertising space;
5. This task specifically addresses the Management Measures for Marinas and Recreational Boating in the (g) Guidance.
Federal Funding:
$30,000
Project Contact:
Peter Hall, (804) 684-7768; petehall@vims.edu
Project Status:
Final Product Received:
Project Summary Provided by Grantee:
Disclaimer: This project summary provides the federal dollars initially awarded to the grantee. Due to underexpenditure or reprogramming of grant funds, this figure may change. For more information on the allocation of coastal grant funds, please contact Laura McKay, Virginia Coastal Program Manager, at 804.698.4323 or email: Laura.McKay@deq.virginia.gov
A more detailed Scope of Work for this project is available. Please direct your request for a copy to Virginia.Witmer@deq.virginia.gov
