RESTORE ACT Direct Component Multiyear Plan Matrix — Department of the Treasury OMB Approval No. 1505-0250

Applicant Name: St. Bernard Parish Government

1. MULTIYEAR PLAN VERSION (INITIAL OR AMENDMENT NUMBER): Amendment #1 2a. DATE OF INITIAL MULTIYEAR PLAN ACCEPTANCE (mm/dd/yyyy): 5/30/2017 2b. DATE OF LAST MULTIYEAR PLAN ACCEPTANCE: 5/30/2017

3. CUMULATIVE DIRECT COMPONENT ALLOCATION AVAILABLE FOR DISTRIBUTION TO APPLICANT: $2,819,892.94 4. TOTAL ALLOCATIONS PLUS KNOWN FUNDS NOT YET DEPOSITED IN TRUST FUND FOR DIRECT COMPONENT: $10,788,709.65

5. Primary Direct Component Eligible

Activity Further Described in Application

(Static Field)

6. Activity Title (Static Field) 7. Location (Static Field)

8. Estimated Total Funding Contributions For Proposed Activity(ies)(refer to Instructions) 9. Proposed Start Date

mm/dd/yyyy

10. Proposed End Date

mm/dd/yyyy 11. Status (refer to Instructions) 8a. Direct Component 8b. Other RESTORE Act 8c. Other Third Party

Contribution Contribution Contribution

8d. Total Contribution

Infrastructure projects benefitting Recreational Fishing Pier and St. Bernard, LA $545,900.00 $0.00 $0.00 $545,900.00 8/1/2017 7/1/2022 Initial MIP Activity - Includes 3%

the economy or ecological Public Seafood Market - administrative costs - Modified 

resources, including port Engineering/Design and in Amendment #1 to add DC

infrastructure Construction funds and rename project.

Infrastructure projects benefitting Recreational Fishing Pier and Hopedale, Louisiana $454,100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $454,100.00 1/1/2021 12/31/2022 Modified project in Amendment

the economy or ecological Public Seafood Market #1 - Initial MIP Activity-Change

resources, including port renamed to Hopedale in project description and

infrastructure Recreational Fishing Complex increase to funding amount.

and Public Seafood Market Total funding now $1,000,000.

Restoration and protection of the Lake Lery Marsh Creation St. Bernard, LA $309,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $309,000.00 1/1/2018 5/31/2022 Initial MIP Activity -Includes 3%

natural resources, ecosystems, (Phase 2) Construction administrative costs. Modified

fisheries, marine and wildlife in Amendment #1.

habitats, beaches, and coastal

wetlands of the Gulf Coast Region

Restoration and protection of the Lake Lery Marsh Creation Delacroix, Louisiana $0.00 $2,700,000.00 $0.00 $2,700,000.00 1/1/2019 12/31/2022 Initial MIP Activity- Modified in

natural resources, ecosystems, (Phase 2) Amendment #1 to add

fisheries, marine and wildlife $2,700,000 in other RESTORE

habitats, beaches, and coastal Act funds. Grant Application in

wetlands of the Gulf Coast Region Development.

Infrastructure projects benefitting Paris Road Corridor Streetscape Chalmette, Louisiana $824,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $824,000.00 3/1/2018 12/31/2020 Initial MIP Activity- Includes 3%

the economy or ecological Enhancement administrative costs. Funded

resources, including port Activity.

infrastructure

Workforce development and job Nunez Community College Chalmette, Louisiana $231,750.00 $0.00 $0.00 $231,750.00 1/1/2018 12/31/2020 Initial MIP Activity- Includes 3%

creation Workforce Development administrative costs. Funded at

Program $231,744.47.

Infrastructure projects benefitting Shell Beach Recreational Fishing Shell Beach, Louisiana $1,415,220.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,415,220.00 3/1/2019 12/31/2022 Amendment #1-New Activitythe economy or ecological Complex at the Katrina Includes 3% administrative

resources, including port Memorial costs.

infrastructure

Infrastructure projects benefitting Central Wetlands Unit Bike Path Chalmette, Louisiana $515,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $515,000.00 5/1/2021 12/31/2022 Amendment #1-New Activitythe economy or ecological Includes 3% administrative

resources, including port costs.

infrastructure
 

 

 12. ESTIMATED TOTAL FUNDING CONTRIBUTIONS FOR ACTIVITY(IES) (refer to 

Instructions) $4,294,970.00 $2,700,000.00 $0.00 $6,994,970.00

Please note: Grant awards may reflect non-material changes in proposed dates and

estimated funding.

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RESTORE ACT Direct Component Multiyear Plan Narrative 

Department of the Treasury 

OMB Approval No. 1505-0250 

Directions: Use this form for the Initial Multiyear Plan and any subsequent amendments to an accepted Multiyear 

Plan. For amendments, include only new and/or materially modified activities. 

Multiyear Plan Version (Initial or Amendment Number): Amendment #1 

Date of Initial Multiyear Plan Acceptance: 5/30/2017 

Date of Last Multiyear Plan Acceptance: 5/30/2017 

Eligible Applicant Name: St. Bernard Parish Government 

Name and Contact Information of the Person to be contacted (POC) on matters concerning this Multiyear Implementation Plan: 

POC Name: John Lane 

POC Title: Executive Director of Coastal Affairs 

POC Email: jlane@sbpg.net 

POC Phone: (504) 278-4200 

NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION: 

1. A description of each activity, including the need, purpose, objective(s), milestones and location. Include map showing the 

location of each activity. 

Amendment #1 of St. Bernard Parish multiyear plan consists of the following activities: the modification of one project (Recreational 

Fishing Pier and Public Seafood Market-Engineering/Design and Construction) to rename as Hopedale Recreational Fishing Complex 

and Public Seafood Market and to increase the Direct Component contribution by $454,100.00; modification of the Lake Lery Marsh 

Creation (Phase 2) funding contributions to include other RESTORE Act contribution of $2.7M from the CPRA Parish Matching 

Program; and the addition of two new projects (Shell Beach Recreational Fishing Complex at the Katrina Memorial and Central 

Wetlands Unit Bike Path). 

Hopedale Recreational Fishing Complex (MODIFIED) 

The previous Recreational Fishing Pier and Public Seafood Market project was modified to include Hopedale as a specific location 

for the project. It is also specified in Amendment #1 that the Hopedale site will include a Public Seafood Market component. The 

budget for the proposed project was increased accordingly (+$454,100). 

Lake Lery Marsh Creation (Phase 2) (MODIFIED) 

The nature of this project remains the same as in the initial multiyear plan. The initial multiyear plan budget for this project is 

$309,000.00 Direct Component funding towards 10% construction cost and grant administration; however, on December 13, 2017, 

the parish was notified by CPRA that it was selected for funding of $2.7M under the CPRA RESTORE Act Parish Matching Program for 

the construction of this project. Since the initial multiyear plan budget did not include any other funding contributions for this 

project and the scope of work was for 10% of the construction costs, this is considered a material change requiring the parish to 

amend its multiyear plan to include the additional funding and scope of work. The total estimated cost for 100% construction of 

this project is $3,009,000.00. The CPRA Match will cover the remaining 90% of construction cost. 

The following two projects are added in Amendment #1: 

Shell Beach Recreational Fishing Complex at the Katrina Memorial (NEW) 

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valid OMB control number for this information collection is 1505-0250. Comments concerning the time required to complete this information collection, including the 

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be directed to the Department of the Treasury, Office of Gulf Coast Restoration, 1500 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20220. 
Description: The proposed project includes the design and construction of a recreational fishing complex in Shell Beach near the 

existing Hurricane Katrina memorial. Project elements include a pier; bulkhead; parking lot; and restroom. The facility will be 

constructed on publicly owned property in eastern St. Bernard Parish and will be operated by SBPG in perpetuity. 

Need: Recreational fishing piers are needed in eastern St. Bernard Parish in order to provide a space for locals and tourists to safely 

fish and/or enjoy the natural environment while remaining at a safe distance from area highways. This deficiency has had the effect 

of limiting economic opportunities in eastern St. Bernard Parish. 

Purpose: The proposed project includes the construction of a recreational fishing complex in the Shell Beach area. Site selection for 

the improvements is ongoing and will be based on the location and availability of waterfront property and the likelihood of public 

utility and economic benefits. Once site selection is finalized and the project is designed and constructed, SBPG believes the 

improvements will be invaluable tools for the promotion of ecotourism and the consumption of Gulf seafood in eastern St. Bernard 

Parish. 

Objectives: The objective of the proposed project is to design and construct a recreational fishing complex in the Shell Beach area. 

The complex would include a pier; bulkhead; parking lot; and restroom. Once constructed, the facilities would be operated and 

maintained by SBPG in perpetuity for the purpose of enhancing economic opportunities in eastern St. Bernard Parish. 

Funds Requested: SBPG’s initial RESTORE Direct Component request for this project would be $1,415,200. The breakdown of this 

proposed request is as follows: 

• $130,000 for engineering and design; 

• $1,244,000 for construction; and

• $41,220 for grant administration 

Project Milestones: Engineering/Design Started (March 2019); Engineering/Design Completed (June 2019); Construction Started 

(September 2018); Construction Completed (March 2020); Project Monitoring (through December 2022) 

Central Wetlands Unit Bike Path (NEW) 

Description: The 26-mile 40 Arpent Trail will feature the Central Wetlands Bike Path (Phase III) on top of the back levee adjacent to 

this unique wetland area. The trail will be accessible at selected points that connect to existing parks, recreational facilities, 

neighborhoods and bridges. A major goal of this new plan is to boost eco-tourism utilizing trails to showcase our unique natural 

environment and capitalizing on the fact that these trails are located less than an 8-mile bicycle ride from New Orleans’ French 

Quarter. 

Need: In June 2017, SBPG adopted the St. Bernard Parish Bikeway and Pedestrian Plan Update. The purpose of this document is to 

provide a parish-wide network for non-motorized travel that links local destinations, communities within St. Bernard Parish, and the 

Parish with neighboring Orleans and Plaquemines Parishes. A major feature of the plan is a regional network that takes advantage of 

St. Bernard’s unique geography by providing trails along the levee system. At the present time, it is difficult for the average citizen to 

enjoy this natural area if they do not have marine transportation. This new trail will provide that access 24 hours a day, free of 

charge. The trail will be accessible at selected points that connect to existing parks, recreational facilities, neighborhoods and 

bridges. 

Purpose: The purpose of this proposed project is to construct a select portion of this regional trail network. The project includes 

engineering and construction of a 6 ft. wide limestone screenings path on top of the back levee for a distance of approximately one 

mile (Phase III). This segment begins at Paris Road (LA 47) and extends eastward to Val Riess Park, one of two major SBPG regional 

parks. Once constructed, SBPG believes these improvements will be invaluable tools for the promotion of ecotourism, increasing 

public awareness and appreciation for our natural environment. 

Objectives: The objectives of the proposed project are to design and construct a one-mile long 6 ft. wide walking path on top of the 

back levee, thereby completing a major section of this regional trail network. Once constructed, this facility would be operated and 

maintained by SBPG in perpetuity for the purpose of expanding ecotourism, improving non-motorized mobility, and increasing 

access to unique natural areas in St. Bernard Parish. 

Funds Requested: It is likely that SBPG would not request RESTORE Act funding for the subject project until after 2019. 
2. How the applicant made the multiyear plan available for 45 days for public review and comment, in a manner calculated to 

obtain broad-based participation from individuals, businesses, Indian tribes, and non-profit organizations, such as through public 

meetings, presentations in languages other than English, and postings on the Internet. The applicant will need to submit 

documentation (e.g., a copy of public notices) to demonstrate that it made its multiyear plan available to the public for at least 45 

days. In addition, describe how each activity in the multiyear plan was approved after consideration of all meaningful input from the 

public and submit documentation (e.g., a letter from the applicant's leadership approving submission of the multiyear plan to 

Treasury or a resolution approving the applicant's multiyear plan). 

An initial draft of the SBPG RESTORE MIP Update was presented to the St. Bernard Parish CZAC on October 25, 2017 (see Appendix 

A). Pursuant to the 31 CFR, Part 34, the document was made available for public comment via www.sbpg.net (electronic version) 

and in hard copy on November 8, 2017. SBPG issued a press release on November 8, 2017 announcing the availability of the plan 

and providing instructions for submitting public comments. This information was also shared via social media. 

SBPG published a public notice in the parish’s official journal from November 17, 2017 through December 29, 2017 (five weekly

notices), announcing the public comment period and providing instructions for submitting comments in writing and in-person. This 

information was also shared via social media. There were no public comments. The RESTORE MIP Update was subsequently 

presented to the St. Bernard Parish Council at its regular meeting on September 18, 2018. 

The St. Bernard Parish Council adopted the RESTORE MIP Update on September 18, 2018 and the document was submitted to the 

US Department of the Treasury for review and approval on September 19, 2018. 

3. How each activity included in the applicant's multiyear plan narrative meets all the requirements under the RESTORE Act, 

including a description of how each activity is eligible for funding based on the geographic location of each activity and how each 

activity qualifies for at least one of the eligible activities under the RESTORE Act. 

All three projects (Shell Beach Recreational Fishing Complex at the Katrina Memorial, Hopedale Recreational Fishing Complex, and 

Central Wetlands Unit Bike Path) meet the eligible activities of an Infrastructure project benefiting the economy or ecological 

resources and Promotion of tourism in the Gulf Coast region, including recreational fishing. 

The Shell Beach Recreational Fishing Complex at the Katrina Memorial - SBPG believes the infrastructure will be invaluable tools for 

the promotion of ecotourism and the consumption of Gulf seafood in eastern St. Bernard Parish. 

The Hopedale Recreational Fishing Complex - Once site selection is finalized and the project is designed and constructed, SBPG 

believes the infrastructure will be invaluable tools for the promotion of ecotourism and the consumption of Gulf seafood in eastern 

St. Bernard Parish. 

Once constructed, SBPG believes these infrastructure will be invaluable tools for the promotion of ecotourism, increasing public 

awareness and appreciation for our natural environment. 

4. Criteria the applicant will use to evaluate the success of the activities included in the multiyear plan narrative in helping to restore 

and protect the Gulf Coast Region impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. 

The parish will evaluate the success of the activities as follows: 

Hopedale Recreational Fishing Complex and Public Seafood Market: The completion of the construction activities for 

the fishing pier and public seafood market/pavilion complex in the Hopedale area, which will include a pier, covered 

pavilion, restroom and parking lot. 

Lake Lery Marsh Creation (Phase 2): The number of healthy acres of marsh created or nourished as a result of the 

project. 

Shell Beach Recreational Fishing Complex at the Katrina Memorial: The completion of the construction activities for 

the recreational fishing complex, which will include a pier, bulkhead, parking lot and a restroom. 

Central Wetlands Unit Bike Path: The completion of the construction activities, which will include a one-mile long, six 

feet wide walking path on top of the back levee to complete a major section of the regional trail network. 

 

 

 
5. How the activities included in the multiyear plan narrative were prioritized and list the criteria used to establish the priorities. 

St. Bernard Parish Coastal Strategy Document (2016 & 2018) 

The Coastal Strategy Document includes an updated list of proposed projects that were ranked using a three-tier priority system: 

Tier 1 (largescale coastal restoration); Tier 2 (economic development and fisheries); and Tier 3 (small-scale local coastal 

programming). The document also includes a funding matrix which outlines potential funding sources for proposed projects. Several 

projects included in the Coastal Strategy Document are now being considered as candidates for RESTORE Act Direct Component 

funding, including: 

Recreational Fishing Complexes and Public Seafood Market (Hopedale and Shell Beach): These projects were included in the Coastal 

Strategy Document due to the projected economic benefits of investing in additional recreational and commercial fishing 

infrastructure and ecotourism in St. Bernard Parish; 

Paris Road Corridor Streetscape Enhancement: This project was included in the Coastal Strategy Document In order to promote 

ecotourism in St. Bernard Parish by accentuating the natural environment along Paris Road; and 

Lake Lery Marsh Creation (Phase 2): This approximately 40-acre marsh creation and nourishment project has already been designed 

and permitted, but is currently lacking construction funding. The project was included in the Coastal Strategy Document because it 

would restore natural resources, ecosystems, fisheries, and critical marine and wildlife habitat in St. Bernard Parish. (St. Bernard 

Parish Government 2016) 

St. Bernard Parish Bikeway and Pedestrian Plan Update (2017) 

The purpose of this document is to provide a parish-wide network for non-motorized travel that links local destinations, 

communities within St. Bernard Parish, and the Parish with neighboring Orleans and Plaquemines parishes. A major feature of the 

plan is a regional network that takes advantage of St. Bernard’s unique geography by providing trails along the levee system. 

Central Wetlands Unit Bike Path: The purpose of this proposed project is to construct a portion of the regional trail network. The 

project includes engineering/design and construction of a 6 ft. wide limestone screenings path on top of the back levee for a 

distance of approximately one mile. This segment begins at Paris Road (LA 47) and extends eastward to Val Riess Park, one of two 

major SBPG regional parks. 

6. If applicable, describe the amount and current status of funding from other sources (e.g., other RESTORE Act contribution, other 

third party contribution) and provide a description of the specific portion of the project to be funded by the RESTORE Act Direct 

Component. 

St. Bernard Parish intends to use RESTORE Act Direct Component funding for the Lake Lery Marsh Creation (Phase 2) as a cost share 

match to the available funding from the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA), under Spill Impact 

Component. The total estimated cost for the project is $3,009,000.00 for 100% construction and grant administration. Direct 

component funding of $309,000 will go towards 10% construction and grant administration and the CPRA Match $2.7M will cover 

the remaining 90% of construction cost. The parish is awaiting the award from CPRA. 
St. Bernard Parish Government 

RESTORE Act Multiyear Implementation Plan 

Amendment #1 Project Maps 

Shell Beach Recreational Fishing Complex at the Katrina Memorial 

Paris Road Corridor Streetscape Enhancement and Nunez Community College Fisheries Workforce Devt. 
Lake Lery Marsh Creation (Phase 2) 

Hopedale Recreational Fishing Complex and Public Seafood Market 
Central Wetlands Unit Bike Path (denoted in red)