(RFFCP2022) Tribal Capacity Building Program – Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation (#1727-RFFCP)

The Sierra Nevada Conservancy has amended and augmented grant agreement #1727-RFFCP with the American Indian Council of Mariposa County, Incorporated as part of the Tribal Capacity Building Program for the Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation. This amendment provides additional grant funds specifically for the planning and purchasing of various equipment to be utilized in Mariposa County, near Midpines. The procurement includes a skid steer, masticator, various attachments, a trailer, a water buffalo tank and trailer, an air compressor, a grease gun, and necessary maintenance materials. The project is designated as exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under the common sense exemption, as the scope of work is limited to equipment procurement and does not involve any ground or resource disturbance or significant environmental impact. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy serves as the lead agency for this action, with Mary Akens acting as the primary point of contact. While the specific total contract value and unit costs are not detailed in the provided documentation, the amendment is focused on enhancing tribal capacity through these essential equipment acquisitions.