Engineering, costs estimates and contract administration are the responsibility of the local agency. Project construction and payment to the local agency for project costs is carried out by Standard Agreement between the local agency and the State. The WCB also acquires lands for preservation of wildlife habitat and occasionally provides funding for the Department of Fish and Game installations and equipment. Such projects are normally administered and managed by the Department, but may include local management where special conditions exist. The WCB normally meets every three months for the purpose of considering proposals for acquisition or development as presented by staff.
Meetings are open to the public and public notice is given of each meeting.
Testimony about proposed projects is received and considered by the Board. Coastal access, access to inland waters and fishing pier development are examples of public access projects funded by the WCB program. Project improvements can include boat launching facilities, access roads, parking areas, sanitary facilities and pedestrian access trails. The local agency will provide matching funds for pier project development. Upon receipt of a favorable project evaluation from Department and WCB staff, the local agency submits preliminary plans and cost estimates for WCB staff review.