Olympia Watershed Invasive Plant Management

The San Lorenzo Valley Water District is managing the Olympia Watershed Invasive Plant Management project in Felton, Santa Cruz County, California. The primary objective is the targeted removal of invasive French Broom, Portuguese Broom, and Silver Wattle resprouts using hand labor to improve native habitat and reduce wildfire risks. These activities are designed to benefit rare, threatened, and endangered species and must be conducted in strict accordance with the district's Invasive Brooms and Acacia Management Plan, the Integrated Pest Management Policy, and a USFWS endangered species recovery permit. The project is classified as a forecast under NAICS code 561730 and is designated as a Class 4 categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act for minor land alterations. The period of performance is scheduled from July 29, 2025, to September 2, 2025, with work performed at the Olympia Watershed property. Chris Klier, the Environmental Programs and Special Projects Manager, serves as the primary point of contact. No formal contract value, evaluation factors, or federal acquisition clauses are specified in the current documentation.