USFWS will Clause Samples
The "USFWS will" clause outlines specific actions or responsibilities that the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is obligated to perform under an agreement or regulation. This clause typically details tasks such as conducting environmental assessments, issuing permits, or providing technical assistance related to wildlife conservation. By clearly stating what the USFWS is required to do, the clause ensures accountability and clarifies the agency's role, thereby reducing ambiguity and facilitating compliance with legal or contractual obligations.
USFWS will. Describe in detail what the Partners program field biologist is going to do (i.e., the substantial involvement of the USFWS). Describe what they will provide in terms of financial or technical assistance to the project. Describe what financial or technical assistance contributions will be provide by the other cooperating partners. Put N/A if there are none. Budget Table: Object Class Categoriesa Partners Personnel $ $ $ $ $ Fringe benefits $ $ $ $ $ Travel $ $ $ $ $ Equipment $ $ $ $ $ Supplies $ $ $ $ $ Contractual $ $ $ $ $ Other $ $ $ $ $ Other $ $ $ $ $ Totals $ $ $ $ $ a The total cost-share by the Cooperator, Service and Landowner must remain the same, however allocations by category may be redistributed upon prior approval by the Service Any work to be completed may be modified with the mutual agreement of the aforementioned parties.
USFWS will. Review and oversee completion of the grassland projects as described above and in attached documents.
USFWS will. Review, survey, design and oversee the project as described in the attached plans.
USFWS will. The Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program biologist will conduct a site review, develop a project plan, and will monitor the habitat restoration work. Restoration plans include applying grass specific herbicide twice, mowing, and no-till drilling/ broadcasting seed. The PFW biologist will plan and develop a diverse seed mix for 2.8 acres of native prairie (see attached map) and coordinate the planting with the landowner. The biologist will also provide management recommendations to the landowner for the duration of the landowner agreement.
USFWS will. The PFW will provide funding for the project, as well as substantial involvement with technical support throughout the duration of the project. PFW will provide funds to purchase the longleaf saplings and cover the cost of planting the samplings. We will continue to work with the landowner to make the restoration plan is developed to benefit wildlife.