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Proposal 200716500: Relative abundance, distribution, and population structure of lampreys in the Columbia River Basin

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Table of Contents
Part 1. Administration and Budgeting
Section 1: General Administrative
Section 2: Project Location
Section 3: Project Species
Section 4: Past Accomplishments
Section 5: Relationship to Other Projects
Section 6: Biological Objectives
Section 7: Work Elements
Section 8: Budget
Section 9: Project Future
Section 10: Documents
Part 2. Reviews
Part 1 of 2. Administration and Budgeting
Section 1: General Administrative Information
Process Information:
Date Proposal Submitted & Finalized Status Form Generator
January 10, 2006 Finalized Matthew Mesa

Proposal Type: New
Proposal Number: 200716500
Proposal Name: Relative abundance, distribution, and population structure of lampreys in the Columbia River Basin
Agency, Institution or Organization: Columbia River Research Laboratory
Short Description: This project will form a multi-agency collaboration to estimate the relative abundance and distribution of all life stages of lampreys in basins not studied previously. We will also collect tissue samples for genetic analysis of fish in different areas.
Information Transfer: Results from this study will be presented in the form of annual reports, presentations, and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
 
Project Proposal Contacts
Contact Organization Address Phone/Email Roles Notes
Form Submitter
Matthew Mesa U.S. Geological Survey 5501A CookUnderwood Rd
Cook WA 98605
Ph: 509.538.2299
Fax: 509.538.2843
Email: matt_mesa@usgs.gov
Form Submitter
All Assigned Contacts
Doug Hatch Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission 729 NE Oregon St #200
Portland OR 97232
Ph: 503.731.1263
Fax: 5032354228
Email: hatd@critfc.org
Project Lead
Technical Contact
Christina Luzier U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service 1211 SE Cardinal Ct., Suite 100
Vancouver, WA 98683
Ph: 360-604-2529
Fax: 360-604-2505
Email: christina_luzier@fws.gov
Project Lead
Technical Contact
Matthew Mesa U.S. Geological Survey 5501A CookUnderwood Rd
Cook WA 98605
Ph: 509.538.2299
Fax: 509.538.2843
Email: matt_mesa@usgs.gov
Project Lead
Technical Contact

Section 2: Project Location
Sponsor Province: Mainstem/Systemwide ARG Province: No Change
Sponsor Subbasin: Systemwide ARG Subbasin: No Change
Location(s) at which the action will be implemented
Latitude Longitude Waterbody Location Description County/State Subbasin Primary?
No Locations Entered

Section 3: Focal Species
Focal Species:
Primary Secondary Additional Species
Pacific Lamprey
River Lamprey
Western Brook Lamprey

Section 4: Past Accomplishments
Past Accomplishments for Each Fiscal Year of This Project This proposal is for funding a new project, and has no past accomplishments.

Section 5: Relationships to Other Projects
Other Current Projects Related to this Project (any funding source)
Funding Source Related ID Related Project Title Relationship
Other: USFWS [no entry] Zoogeography and Conservation Genetics of West Coast Lampreys We hope to provide tissue samples to personnel from this project for genetic analysis and species differentiation
BPA 199402600 Pacific Lamprey Population Status Similar objectives to work proposed here, focused on Umatilla and John Day subbasins. We endeavor to collaborate closely with personnel from this study.
BPA 200001400 Evaluate Lamprey Habitat/Popul Similar objectives to work proposed here, focused on Cedar Creek in SW Washington. We endeavor to collaborate closely with personnel from this study.
BPA 200002800 Eval Pacific Lamprey In Clearw Similar objectives to work proposed here, focused on the Clearwater subbasin. We endeavor to collaborate closely with personnel from this study.
BPA 200201600 Lamprey Abundance Similar objectives to work proposed here, focused on the Deschutes and Fifteenmile subbasins. We endeavor to collaborate closely with personnel from this study.

Section 6: Biological Objectives
Biological Objectives of this Proposed Project
Biological Objective Full Description Associated Subbasin Plan Strategy Page Nos
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. John Day Research lamprey status, trends and habitat requirements. We need to improve our understanding of lamprey population dynamics and habitat requirements. 219
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Hood Pacific Lamprey Population Data and Status 39-40
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Umatilla Population Data, Life History, and Distribution Pacific Lamprey Artificial Production and Captive Breeding Programs 3-140, 3-150
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Yakima Efforts to study the feasibility of restoring pacific lamprey to the Yakima Subbasin in the short-term, and to planning, design, and implementation of restoration efforts in the long-term Supplement 39
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Columbia Gorge 1) Restore Pacific lamprey populations. Attain self-sustaining natural production of Pacific lamprey that provides for fishing opportunities at traditional locations. 2) Ensure continued progress toward Tribal goals. 13-14
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Upper Middle Columbia Determine migration periods of Pacific lamprey through the system and in to the tributaries. Improve current knowledge base on Pacific lamprey throughout the Upper Middle Mainstem of the Columbia River Watershed 199
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Lower Snake provide guidance and direction that will affect the future existence and persistence of culturally significant fisheries resources, including Pacific lamprey. 4
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Lower Columbia Objective: Reverse the decreasing abundance trend and manage for populations that can meet cultural and ecological needs. Rec.goals 5-46
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Lower Middle Columbia Recent counts of Pacific lamprey at The Dalles, John Day and McNary dams indicate a serious decline in abundance. Low abundances limits lamprey populations in upstream tributaries 14
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Klickitat Develop baseline data on current existing lamprey population levels, distribution, limiting factors, and potential carrying capacity for the Klickitat basin. 14
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in subbasins not previously or currently addressed by other studies. Standardized sampling protocols will be used. Salmon Participate in province and basinwide coordinated studies and water management forums designed to examine flows, temperatures, fish passage, and ocean mortality associated with differential migration timing and life histories of anadromous salmonids an 20

Section 7: Work Elements
Work Elements and Associated Biological Objectives
Work Element Name Work Element Title Description Start Date End Date Estimated Budget
Produce/Submit Scientific Findings Report Prepare reports of research and journal articles. [Work Element Description Not Entered] 10/1/2007 9/30/2009 $642,486
Biological Objectives Metrics
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys
No Metrics for this Work Element

Analyze/Interpret Data Identify subbasins, specific watersheds, or streams for conducting surveys of lamprey presence, relative abundance, and distribution. Using our geodatabase, discussions with colleagues, and the literature, we will select subbasins and streams for field sampling of lampreys 1/1/2007 3/1/2007 $77,099
Biological Objectives Metrics
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys
Primary R, M, and E Type: Status and Trend Monitoring

Collect/Generate/Validate Field and Lab Data Collect and archive tissues from lampreys sampled in the field for genetic analysis. Small tissue samples from all lampreys collected will be provided to researchers documenting the genetic structure and species identification of West coast lampreys. 4/1/2007 9/30/2009 $25,700
Biological Objectives Metrics
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys
Primary R, M, and E Type: Uncertainties Research

Collect/Generate/Validate Field and Lab Data Document the presence or relative abundance of lampreys in selected subbasins and streams of the CRB. We will sample for all life stages of lampreys in the selected subbasins and streams using a set of standardized protocols 4/1/2007 9/30/2009 $1,541,970
Biological Objectives Metrics
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys
Primary R, M, and E Type: Status and Trend Monitoring

Create/Manage/Maintain Database Survey, compile, and summarize all existing information on lamprey presence, relative abundance, and distribution in the CRB. Conduct literature search and survey of existing projects. Compile data on lamprey presence, abundance, and distribution and develop a GIS geodatabase for display and analysis. 10/1/2006 1/1/2007 $128,498
Biological Objectives Metrics
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys
No Metrics for this Work Element

Develop RM&E Methods and Designs Develop a manual of standardized protocols for sampling lampreys of all life stages and for conducting habitat surveys. Using our own experience, and that of numerous other field biologists, we will develop of manual of standard protocols to be used by all personnel involved in field sampling of lampreys for this study 11/1/2006 4/30/2007 $154,197
Biological Objectives Metrics
Document abundance and distribution of lampreys
No Metrics for this Work Element


Section 8: Budget

Itemized Estimated Budget
Item Note FY 2007 Cost FY 2008 Cost FY 2009 Cost
Personnel 3 agencies combined $276,929 $384,098 $429,759
Fringe Benefits [blank] $109,458 $150,930 $166,795
Supplies [blank] $33,436 $30,101 $32,131
Travel [blank] $50,376 $70,345 $80,538
Overhead [blank] $197,512 $264,990 $292,552
Totals $667,711 $900,464 $1,001,775

Total Estimated FY 2007-2009 Budgets
Total Itemized Budget$2,569,950
Total Work Element budget$2,569,950

Cost sharing
Funding Source or Organization Item or Service Provided FY 2007 Est Value ($) FY 2008 Est Value ($) FY 2009 Est Value ($) Cash or in-kind? Status

Section 9: Project Future
Project Future Costs and/or Termination
FY 2010 Est Budget FY 2011 Est Budget Comments
$330,000 $ 0 Final analysis and preparation of documents
Future Operations & Maintenance Costs
 
Termination Date Comments
March 30, 2010 This project could extend into 2010 and beyond with field work. This will depend on the need for this type of work in other subbasins that have not been worked in.
 
Final Deliverables
Final report and journal articles.

Section 10: Narrative
Document Type Size Date
Narrative for proposal 200716500 doc 82 kb 1/10/2006

Part 2 of 2. Reviews of Proposal
Administrative Review Group (ARG) Results
Account Type:
Expense
Location:
Province: No Change
Subbasin: No Change
Primary Focal Species
Anadromous
ARG Comments:


BPA's in lieu Funding Review of new project proposals (August 3, 2006) [Download letter and table]

BPA's in lieu Rating: 3.0
Approx. BPA share of total costs: BPA 100%
Status of Cost Share:
Notes: Lamprey population analysis, fishery managers authorized/required


NPCC Final Funding Recommendations (October 23, 2006) [Full NPCC Council Recs]

FY 2007 Budget
$66,667
FY 2008 Budget
$66,666
FY 2009 Budget
$66,667
Total NPCC Rec
$200,000
Budget Type:Expense
Budget Category:Basinwide
Recommendation:Fund
Comments: Fund only the sampling protocol (task 1.3).


NPCC Draft Funding Recommendations (September 15, 2006) [Full NPCC Council Recs]

FY 2007 Budget
$66,667
FY 2008 Budget
$66,666
FY 2009 Budget
$66,667
Total NPCC Rec
$200,000
FY 2007 MSRT Rec
$500,000
FY 2008 MSRT Rec
$500,000
FY 2009 MSRT Rec
$500,000
Total MSRT Rec
$1,500,000
Budget Category:Basinwide
Comments: Fund only the sampling protocol (task 1.3). Confirm that this work can be done for the amount recommended during public comment period.

Local or MSRT Comments: The MSRT recommends funding reductions for FY 2007 (Fund Tasks 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3). For FY 2008 and 2009, the sponsor should sequence the tasks to meet the reduced funding level. Funding this project is a priority. The tasks should be defined to meet the lower budget target. It is assumed that the pace of sampling would be reduced to match a reduced funding level, to average $500,000 over the three year funding period.


Independent Scientific Review Panel Final Review (August 31, 2006) [Download full document]

Recommendation: Fundable in part
NPCC Comments: This is a very ambitious program to sample lamprey in numerous locations throughout the Columbia River Basin and to synthesize past data collected by other investigators. Investigators on other lamprey projects have been working for years on single rivers to develop reliable estimates of the parameters the sponsors propose to measure.

It should be possible to extend what has been learned about limiting factors by the group of lamprey researchers presently funded to the other projects (such as the one proposed here) so as to design appropriate management measures, without the need to conduct basic types of studies in each watershed. The proponents clearly recognize the need for collaboration with other projects since one of their goals is to capture information from all the different lamprey projects in the Columbia River Basin. The proposal would benefit from more discussion on how the proponents plan on engaging the people involved in the various projects. The proposal would also benefit from some evidence that the other researchers are indeed willing to collaborate. What is the role of the Lamprey Technical Work Group in this regard? This part of the proposal seems premature.

Partial funding is recommended to produce a lamprey sampling manual (Task 1.3). This would be a significant contribution that would lead to improvement in interpretation of results of the numerous lamprey projects underway or proposed in the Basin. Preparation of the manual could accomplish some of the coordination goals of the broader proposal.


Independent Scientific Review Panel Preliminary Review (June 2, 2006) [Download full document]

Recommendation: Fundable in part
NPCC Comments: This is a very ambitious program to sample lamprey in numerous locations throughout the Columbia River Basin and to synthesize past data collected by other investigators. Investigators on other lamprey projects have been working for years on single rivers to develop reliable estimates of the parameters the sponsors propose to measure.

It should be possible to extend what has been learned about limiting factors by the group of lamprey researchers presently funded to the other projects (such as the one proposed here) so as to design appropriate management measures, without the need to conduct basic types of studies in each watershed. The proponents clearly recognize the need for collaboration with other projects since one of their goals is to capture information from all the different lamprey projects in the Columbia River Basin. The proposal would benefit from more discussion on how the proponents plan on engaging the people involved in the various projects. The proposal would also benefit from some evidence that the other researchers are indeed willing to collaborate. What is the role of the Lamprey Technical Work Group in this regard? This part of the proposal seems premature.

Partial funding is recommended to produce a lamprey sampling manual (Task 1.3). This would be a significant contribution that would lead to improvement in interpretation of results of the numerous lamprey projects underway or proposed in the Basin. Preparation of the manual could accomplish some of the coordination goals of the broader proposal.

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