Southwest Resource Management Association (SRMA) Conservation Lands Restoration and Maintenance Program(Lake or Streambed Alteration, No. EPIMS-RIV-59031-R6

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 6, has executed Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS-RIV-59031-R6 with the Southwest Resource Management Association (SRMA), represented by Shelli Lamb. This agreement supports the Conservation Lands Restoration and Maintenance Program, which focuses on the regional habitat enhancement, restoration, creation, and conservation of various habitats, native buffers, and other lands. The project involves maintaining topographical features, including existing landscaping, native growth, wildlife habitat areas, and waterbodies such as stream channels and riparian areas to protect fish and wildlife resources. Project activities are conducted on both private and public lands, including conservation easements held by SRMA, across Imperial, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. The project is classified under NAICS code 561730 and is exempt under California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 15301(h) and (i), Class 1, for the maintenance of existing facilities and natural features. The agreement was formally approved by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, with the Notice of Exemption dated June 26, 2026.