Wallowa SWCD improved a pond area for wildlife habitat. Klamath SWCD hired a consultant to conduct a riparian vegetation assessment for a stretch of the Lost River. The projects really vary. Some people argue that the progress is kind of scattered because the grant program approach does not necessarily coordinate all of the projects. But if you look at the involvement of all the people that has taken place because of these projects, you would understand the progress.
People now have a better understanding of what needs to be done.
Once again, the Watershed Enhancement Board has recognized the success of the small grants program and has made funds available for the next two years. Application packets will be mailed out to all 45 soil and water conservation districts by the end of the month. Applications will be accepted by ODA until February 28, 2001. Virtually all soil and water conservation districts would heartily agree.