St. Croix-Red Cedar Cooperative Weed

Management Area (SC-RC CWMA)

Strategic Management Plan

2016

Revised December 4, 2015

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Contents MISSION STATEMENT .............................................................................................................................. 2

INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 2

SC-RC CWMA MANAGEMENT AREA .................................................................................................... 2

LOCATION ................................................................................................................................................... 3

Goals and Objectives ..................................................................................................................................... 3

Goal 1: Education and Outreach ................................................................................................................ 3

Objective 1.1 .......................................................................................................................................... 3

Objective 1.2 .......................................................................................................................................... 4

Objective 1.3 .......................................................................................................................................... 4

Objective 1.4 .......................................................................................................................................... 5

Goal 2: Early Detection and Rapid Response ............................................................................................ 5

Objective 2.1 .......................................................................................................................................... 5

Objective 2.2 .......................................................................................................................................... 6

Objective 2.3 .......................................................................................................................................... 6

Goal 3: Invasive Species Management ...................................................................................................... 6

Objective 3.1 .......................................................................................................................................... 6

Objective 3.2 .......................................................................................................................................... 7

Objective 3.3 .......................................................................................................................................... 7

Goal 4: Restoration ................................................................................................................................... 8

Objective 4.1 .......................................................................................................................................... 8

Objective 4.2 .......................................................................................................................................... 8

Goal 5: Self-Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 8

Objective 5.1 .......................................................................................................................................... 8

Objective 5.2 .......................................................................................................................................... 9

Objective 5.3 .......................................................................................................................................... 9

APPENDIX A. List of Priority Invasive Species ........................................................................................ 10

APPENDIX B. WRISC Prioritization Tool................................................................................................. 14

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MISSION STATEMENT The St. Croix-Red Cedar Cooperative Weed Management Area (SC-RC CWMA) will

foster multi-generational awareness of invasive species, and through partnerships work to

prevent and limit their intrusive impacts.

INTRODUCTION Established in 2013, the SCRC CWMA is a partnership of state and federal agencies, county

governments, tribal, business, nonprofits, community organizations, and individuals who have

come together to combat invasive species in Washburn, Barron, Burnett, Polk and St. Croix

Counties in northwestern Wisconsin. The SCRC CWMA provides a forum to share information

and resources, collaborate on planning, and cooperate on invasive species management

regionally.

The purpose of this strategic management plan is to establish the goals, objectives and priorities

of SCRC CWMA as an organization. In the future, this document will serve as a guideline by

which the relevance of projects and actions towards the furthering of SCRC CWMA’s mission

can be measured. This document is designed to be updated annually as the SCRC CWMA

organization develops.

SC-RC CWMA MANAGEMENT AREA The SCRC CWMA serves a semi-rural area with an estimated 206,673 people spread over

4,118.0 square miles or 2,635,520 acres (2010 Census). SCRC CWMA’s geographic service area

includes the lands and water bodies located within the Wisconsin counties of Barron, Burnett,

Polk, St. Croix, and Washburn. The lands within the SCRC CWMA are owned by federal, state,

tribal, and county governments as well as many different organizations and individuals.

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LOCATION

Figure 1. The SCRC CWMA service area.

Goals and Objectives

Goal 1: Education and Outreach

The most cost effective management strategy against invasive species is prevention. Prevention

is facilitated through education and outreach efforts. Therefore, SCRC CWMA will seek to

engage and educate the residents and visitors of our management area on the impacts of invasive

species. As part of the effort to share and distribute information about invasive species we will

also seek to develop, maintain, and enhance relationships with partner and non-partner

organizations that seek to combat the effects of invasive species.

Objective 1.1: Engage Partners and the general public in efforts to raise invasive species

awareness.

Strategic Actions

1. Assess and conduct targeted education and training for SCRC Partners and citizen

groups: recreationists, clubs/associations, volunteer groups, youth groups, and others.

2. Connect with public officials and industry workers to conduct targeted training, including

best management practices, for: road crews, foresters, private loggers, municipal workers,

etc.

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3. Incorporate the use of regional prevention campaigns/programs into SC-RC CWMA

education and outreach (Clean Boats Clean Waters, Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers, Play Clean

Go, etc.).

4. Work with area schools to include invasive species education in the curriculum of

elementary and high school students. Guide hands on learning through projects and field

trips.

5. Develop cooperative workdays and projects for citizens and Partners across the SCRC

CWMA area.

6. Provide SCRC CWMA representation and invasive species education at area meetings,

conferences, and other functions.

7. Utilize any and all of the opportunities described above to inform and educate individuals

in the proper used of physical prevention methods (Boot brushes, cleaning stations, etc.)

Objective 1.2: Provide information via easily accessible means to the general public.

Strategic Actions

1. Obtain existing educational publications/resources from Partners and other agencies

(ex. DNR, MIPN, USFS and Extension Services) to distribute at public functions

(community events, school functions, county fairs, etc.)

2. Develop and maintain a SCRC CWMA educational brochure for the public; distribute

at public functions and places (community events, local libraries, etc.)

3. Develop additional educational materials as able; distribute at public functions and

places. Examples: pens, magnets, posters, signs, buttons, pamphlets, calendars,

booklets, placemats, and other printed materials.

4. Provide targeted educational materials for various citizen and professional groups

(recreational clubs, gardeners, plant industry workers, landowners, road crews, etc.).

5. Reach a vast audience of SCRC CWMA Partners and citizens through the internet:

a. Maintain an SCRC CWMA email list and encourage citizens to join at public

events. Use email list to inform the public of SCRC CWMA events and

invasive species news.

b. Provide accurate, detailed, and updated information on the SCRC CWMA

Facebook page and website (www.scrcinvasives.org).

c. Maintain the SCRC CWMA email address (st.croix-redcedar@outlook.com)

as a consistent and convenient contact for the public.

6. Utilize “traditional” media to further reach local residents (press releases,

newspapers, radio, and television).

7. Increase the use of signage (billboards, metal signs, temporary signs, etc.) to reach

outdoor recreationists and tourists at high traffic areas such as roadways, trailheads,

and boat landings.

8. Maintain a monthly and annual SCRC CWMA Coordinator’s Report newsletter;

distribute online and via the SCRC CWMA email list, make limited paper copies

available at public functions and places.

Objective 1.3: Maintain up-to-date information on invasive species threats, management, and

research.

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Strategic Actions

1. Use a variety of resources (paper/digital publications, webinars, articles, professional

contacts, etc.) to keep SCRC CWMA staff, Partners, and members of the public

knowledgeable and up-to-date.

2. Encourage SCRC CWMA staff and Partners to attend local and regional invasive

species conferences, conventions, and meetings as able.

3. Promote the sharing of information among Partners, members, natural resources

professionals, and other interested parties.

Objective 1.4: Develop and/or enhance relationships with current and potential partner

organizations.

Strategic Actions

1. Maintain open communication with partners especially prior to:

a. Scheduling outreach events.

b. Communicating with outside groups/entities.

2. Assist partners in natural resource-related outreach, education, and control efforts.

3. Seek out opportunities to attend partner hosted workshops and meetings.

4. Maintain regular office hours and have a schedule visible to the public which will allow

for easier communication.

5. Search for additional partners through cooperative work projects.

Goal 2: Early Detection and Rapid Response

If prevention is the most cost-effective means of controlling invasive species, early detection and

rapid response is the second most cost-effective. With an engaged, well-educated, and connected

general public, SCRC CWMA will be able to detect invasive species sooner, allowing for

smaller and more targeted control measures. SCRC CWMA, being a small organization, will be

limited in the actions it can take towards these efforts, but we will still strive to make as large of

an impact as possible.

Objective 2.1: Identify early detection targets.

Strategic Actions

1. Develop and maintain a SCRC Priority Invasive Species List (include as Appendix A)

to categorize species as Early Detection/Rapid Response, Manageable, or

Widespread.

2. Update priority list annually, or as needed, to reflect the current state of invasive

species in the SCRC CWMA area as well as new invasives identified by state

agencies as early detection threats.

3. Identify locations within the SCRC CWMA service area in need of early detection

mapping/monitoring. Examples include areas that have never been surveyed and

areas deemed “high risk” as likely invasive entry/spread points (parks, roads, etc.).

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Objective 2.2: Develop and enhance the capacity to detect priority invasive species populations.

Strategic Actions

1. Maintain standardized invasive species mapping protocols for use by SCRC CWMA

staff and volunteers, compatible with the Midwest Invasive Species Information

Network (MISIN) requirements.

2. Conduct invasive species survey work by SCRC CWMA staff using protocols and

targeting areas and species identified in Objective 2.1. Use results to inform

management planning.

3. Support invasive species surveys and reporting by SCRC CWMA cooperators,

volunteers, and members of the public. Assist in identification of unknown species

and facilitate reporting to MISIN.

Objective 2.3: Quickly respond to newly discovered/localized invasive species throughout the

SCRC CWMA service area.

Strategic Actions

1. Maintain and develop cooperative relationships with regional natural resource

managers and landowners; these relationships will help facilitate a quick response to

reports of early detection species/populations.

2. Maintain SCRC CWMA owned tool trailer’s tools and supplies for use by Partners

and volunteers to control invasive species populations.

3. Use/adapt the WRISC prioritization tool (Appendix B) to rank infestations for follow-

up action: monitoring, further research needed, control/eradication. Conduct

appropriate follow-up activities and improve/update the prioritization tool as needed.

4. Seek funding and aid partners in seeking funding for responding to new infestations.

Goal 3: Invasive Species Management

SCRC CWMA acknowledges the negative effects of invasive species on the ecological and

economic well-being of the environments plagued by these pests. SCRC CWMA will therefore

advocate and actively seek to plan, coordinate, and participate in the inventorying and control of

the invasive species found within its management area. In the course of these control efforts,

SCRC CWMA will seek to implement Best Management Practices (BMPs).

Objective 3.1: Encourage and participate in efforts to collect, manage, and share invasive

species location data to make informed control and management decisions.

Strategic Actions

1. Identify, promote, and aid inventorying efforts taking place in the SCRC CWMA service

area.

2. Train SCRC partners on invasive species inventorying techniques.

3. Regularly update records with SCRC CWMA survey results, volunteer observations,

data-sharing source information (ex. MISIN), and shared partner data.

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4. Record details for each observation record: observer, date, species, population size,

population density, control history, and landowner contact information.

5. Explore cost-efficient options for managing the location data, including: Microsoft Excel

and mapping software such as quantum GIS.

6. Regularly share invasive species location data with SCRC CWMA partners and

local/regional/state natural resource managers. Report location data annually, or as

needed, to MISIN.

Objective 3.2: Prioritize species based on species’ potential ecological and economic impacts,

management objectives of infested areas, available resources, and landowner/land manager

support.

Strategic Actions

1. Reference and attempt to follow invasive species management plans of SCRC CWMA

partners.

2. As in Objective 2.1, maintain and update the SCRC CWMA Priority Invasive Species list

(Appendix B).

3. Consider multiple factors and population characteristics when prioritizing control efforts,

including: past control efforts, landowner/manager support, available resources,

population size/density, risk of spread, ease of treatment and ecological/economic

impacts.

Objective 3.3: Use an integrated approach to manage current invasive species populations.

Strategic Actions

1. Advocate Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, utilizing a combination of control

techniques to effectively manage invasive populations on a case-by-case basis while

limiting the economic and environmental impacts of treatment. A general overview of

methods that may be employed is given below.

a. Manual and Mechanical: Manual and mechanical techniques such as pulling,

cutting, or otherwise stressing or physically removing plants can be used to

control some invasive plants, particularly if the population is relatively small.

b. Chemical: In some instances, herbicide application is the only practical way to

control an invasive species due to the physiology of the plant or the extent of

population.

c. Biocontrol: Biological control (“biocontrol” for short) is the use of animals,

fungi, or other microbes to feed upon, parasitize or otherwise stress a targeted pest

species. Successful biocontrol programs significantly reduce the abundance of the

pest or prevent the damage caused by the pest (e.g. by preventing it from feeding

on valued crops).

d. Cultural: Cultural control involves the use of methods such as flooding,

smothering (covering with light barrier), controlled by wild land fires, or the use

of cover vegetation to reduce the impact of invasive species.

2. When conducting control work with staff and volunteers, SC-RC CWMA will adhere to

all legal requirements regarding property ownership, herbicide application, and

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equipment use. Workers will follow all equipment and herbicide label instructions, and

document landowner permission, required certifications, and records of control activities.

3. Monitor and document results of control work and conduct follow-up treatments as

needed and able.

Goal 4: Restoration

To prevent disturbed areas from becoming sites of future infestations of invasive species, SCRC

CWMA will seek to restore native species and habitat in areas where invasive species have

caused damage to the ecosystem. SCRC CWMA seeks to utilize this opportunity to enhance the

biological diversity of habitat of native species.

Objective 4.1: Encourage outside organizations to include invasive species considerations in

guidance for restoration and rehabilitation projects.

Strategic Actions

1. Advise land management agencies, townships, highway departments, landowners, and

other interested parties on best management practices and appropriate restoration

methods using native species.

Objective 4.2: Engage in efforts to resort native species within the SCRC CWMA service area.

Strategic Actions

1. Join in existing partner restoration efforts

2. Include restoration as a component of SCRC CWMA control efforts when and where

appropriate.

Goal 5: Self-Maintenance

SCRC CWMA is a grant-funded organization, as such we will continually seek out new grants

which will allow it to sustain and expand our mission. In order to ensure SCRC CWMA remains

properly organized and up-to-date our guiding documents must be occasionally reviewed and

modified. In the interest of maintaining our accountability to our partners SCRC should regularly

submit documentation of its efforts in combating invasive species.

Objective 5.1: Seek out and acquire resources to help sustain and expand the SCRC CWMA.

Strategic Actions

1. Promote the sharing of existing resources between SCRC CWMA and its partners.

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2. Continue to seek funding through competitive grants and gifts, exploring federal, state,

and local sources. The type and availability of funding opportunities is constantly

changing and will be monitored.

3. Explore additional ways to raise undesignated funds: donations, sales, auctions/raffles,

meeting fees, etc.

4. Funds will be administered through the Fiscal Administrator for SCRC CWMA.

5. SCRC CWMA funds shall not be intermingled with any Partner funds, instead being kept

in a separate line item account.

6. The Fiscal Administrator shall be required to provide financial reports to the St. Croix-

Red Cedar Executive Committee at their monthly meeting.

Objective 5.2: Maintain and improve SCRC CWMA’s organizational structure and guiding

documents.

Strategic Actions

1. Maintain the SCRC CWMA Executive & Steering Committees.

2. Review, maintain, and update as needed, SCRC CWMA’s Memorandum of

Understanding, Bylaws, and Strategic Management Plan.

3. Develop policies and procedures, as well as additional documents as needed.

4. Maintain a St. Croix-Red Cedar CWMA Coordinator to serve as the group coordinator

and project manager.

5. Determine when/if organizational independence is desired and/or feasible, and create

long-term goal(s) for SCRC CWMA’s organizational status.

Objective 5.3: Seek to maintain transparency and accountability for SCRC CWMA’s actions.

Strategic Actions

1. Submit grant requests to the SCRC CWMA Steering Committee for approval.

2. Obtain prior approval for expenses from the SCRC CWMA Steering Committee when

possible.

3. Maintain open records of daily work activities.

4. Review the St. Croix-Red Cedar CWMA Event Calendar and Work Records using the

Strategic Management Plan at Executive Committee meetings to ensure all goals and

objectives are being met.

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APPENDIX A. List of Priority Invasive Species Last updated: 10/19/2015 based on intial thoughts of the SC-RC CWMA Coordinator.

Category Definition

This list is intended to serve as a guideline for SC-RC CWMA staff/partners, as well as others

managing invasive species in the SC-RC CWMA five county area. Species are separated into

three categories based on overall distribution across the five counties as well as other ranking

considerations such as ecological and health threats. A species may be considered early detection

in one area but more widespread in another. As such, when prioritizing control efforts managers

should examine the local abundance of a species as well as the population size, density, and

negative impacts to gauge its control priority. Please see the WRISC control prioritization tool

(Appendix B) for one way to assess and rank invasive infestations.

This list will be reviewed annually and adjusted as needed based on species distribution, updated

research, and state regulation classifications.

Tier 1 – High Priority: For the most part, species in this category exist only in isolated, scattered

populations. Several species on this list have yet to be found in the SCRC CWMA area, but may

be classified as Restricted or Prohibited by the state of Wisconsin, making them a detection

priority. As such, species on this list are targets for early detection and rapid response efforts to

prevent their introduction/spread, and to eradicate existing populations.

Tier 2 – Mid Priority: This category consists mostly of species that are more widespread than tier

1 species, but at levels still considered manageable. Species in this category can negatively

impact natural areas, requiring control and management efforts, but due to their wider

distribution eradication of the species may be unlikely.

Tier 3 – Low Priority: These species are considered low priority in the SCRC CWMA area.

This category includes species considered very widespread in the area, making control efforts

extremely difficult and re-infestation likely. Species that are not considered high ecological

threats may also be added to this category.

State Legal Classification: P = Prohibited, R = Restricted

Species are chosen for regulation by state agencies based on the harm they pose to the state’s

environment, economy, and/or public health. In general, species that are more widespread or

naturalized are restricted while less widespread species are prohibited. The transport,

introduction, and sale of all regulated species is illegal. Possession is also illegal in some

instances. (Exemptions are made for purposes of identification and control, permits are required

for education/research.) In Wisconsin, it is only illegal to possess a prohibited species, and

property owners are legally required to control prohibited species present on their property.

Note: For full details on invasive species state regulations, visit

http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/Invasives/classification.html

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Common Name Scientific Name

WI NR40

Classification Comments

Tier 1 High Priority

(Early Detection/Rapid Response)

Asian clam Corbicula fluminea P

Asian Longhorn Beetle

Anoplophora

glabripennis P

Black swallow-wort Cynanchum louiseae P/R

Brazilian waterweed

(elodea) Egeria densa P

Winged Euonymous Euonymus alatus R

Celandine Chelidonium maju P/R

Chinese yam Dioscorea polystachya P

Common Teasel

Dipsacus fullonum

subsp. sylvestris R

Crazy Worm Amynthas agrestis R

Curly-leaf Pondweed Potamogeton crispus R

Cut Leaved Teasel Dipsacus laciniatus R

Dame's rocket Hesperis matronalis R

Emerald Ash Borer Agrilus planipennis R

European Frogbit

Hydrocharis morsus-

ranae P

Faucet Snail Bithynia tentaculata P

Flowering Rush Butomus umbellatus R

Garlic mustard Alliaria petiolata R

Giant Hogweed

Heracleum

mantegazzianum P

Giant Knotweed Polygonum

sachalinensis P

Hemlock woolly

adelgid Adelges tsugae P

Hill Mustard Bunias orientalis P/R

HoundsTongue Cynoglossum officinale R

Hydrilla Hydrilla verticillata P

Japanese barberry Berberis thunbergii R

Japanese Hedgeparsley Torilis arvensis P/R

Japanese Hops Humulus japonicus P/R

Japanese Knotweed Polygonum cuspidatum R

Japanese stiltgrass Microstegium vimineum P

Kudzu Pueraria lobata P

Leafy Spurge, Cypress

Spurge

Euphorbia esula, E.

cyparissias R

Multiflora rose Rosa multiflora R

Musk thistle Carduus nutans R

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Common Name Scientific Name

WI NR40

Classification Comments

New Zealand Mudsnail

Potamopyrgus

antipodarum P

Oriental bittersweet Celastrus orbiculatus R

Pale Swallow-wort Cynanchum rossicum P

Parrot Feather

Myriophyllum

aquaticum P

Phragmites (Non-

native)

Phragmites australis

P/R

Plumeless thistle Carduus acanthoides R

Poison Hemlock Conium maculatum P/R

Porcelain berry

Ampelopsis

brevipedunculata P

Quagga Mussel Dreissena bugensis P

Rainbow smelt Osmerus mordax R

Red Swamp Crayfish Procambarus clarkii P

Round goby

Neogobius

melanostomus R

Ruffe Gymnocephalus cernuus R

Sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus R

Servicea lespedeza Lespedeza cuneata P

Spiny Waterflea

Bythotrephes

cederstroemi P

Starry Stonewort Nitellopsis obtusa P

Tall manna grass Glyceria maxima P/R

Three-spine

stickleback Gasterosteus aculeatus R

Tree of Heaven Ailanthus altissima R

Watercress Nasturtium officinale C

Wild chervil Anthriscus sylvestris P/R

Yellow flag iris Iris pseudoacorus R

Yellow Floating Heart Nymphoides peltata P

Yellow Star Thistle Centaurea solstitialis P

Zebra Mussel Dreissena polymorpha R

Tier 2: Mid Priority

Manageable

Autumn olive Elaeagnus umbellata R

Black locust Robinia pseudoacacia R

Bristly locust Robinia hispida R

Bull Thistle Cirsium vulgare

Canada Thistle Cirsium arvense R

Common Buckthorn Rhamnus cathartica R

Common Burdock Arctium minus

Common mullein Verbascum thapsus

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Common Name Scientific Name

WI NR40

Classification Comments

Common Tansy Tanacetum vulgare R

Creeping bellflower

Campanula

rapunculoides R

Crown vetch Coronilla varia R

Eurasian honeysuckles Lonicera tatarica, L.

morrowii and L. x bella R (all)

Eurasian watermilfoil Myriophyllum spicatum R

European Marsh thistle Cirsium palustre P/R

Forget-me-not Myosotis arvensis, M.

scorpioides, M. sylvatica

Glossy Buckthorn Frangula alnus R

Purple Loosestrife Lythrum salicaria R

Russian olive Elaeagnus angustifolia R

Siberian elm Ulmus pumila R

Siberian pea Caragana arborescens proposed R

Spotted knapweed

(and other invasive

knapweeds)

Centaurea biebersteinii

(and Centaurea spp.) R for Spotted, other

species R or P

White sweet clover Melilotus alba

Wild parsnip Pastinaca sativa R

Winged Euonymous Euonymus alatus R

Tier 3: Low Priority

Widespread

Banded mystery snail Viviparus georgianus

Bishop’s Gout-weed Aegopodium podagraria R

Brittle-stem hemp-

nettle

Galeopsis tetrahit

R

Butter-and-eggs Linaria vulgaris

Cattail hybrid Typha x glauca R

Chinese mystery snail

Cipangopaludina

chinensis R

Garden valerian Valeriana officinalis

Gypsy moth Lymantria dispar R

Hairy vetch Vicia villosa

Narrow-leaved cattail Typha angustifolia R

Reed canary grass Phalaris arundinacea

Rusty Crayfish Orconectes rusticus R

St. John’s-wort Hypericum perforatum

Sweet William Dianthus barbatus

White Poplar Populus alba R

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APPENDIX B. WRISC Prioritization Tool WRISC Treatment/ Management Prioritization Tool

Due to the geographic size of the WRISC management area, fighting invasive

species must be prioritized based on ecological site value, human site value, feasibility, and available

resources. The points system of this prioritization tool will allow WRISC and its partners to prioritize

their treatment efforts to more effectively manage invasive species populations.

Directions: For each sub-category, select the option that BEST describes each site.

Species:

Please refer to the WRISC Management Plan Appendix B for the non-native invasive species priorities

for the WRISC management area.

Species is listed as Early Detection/Rapid Response 5 points

Species is listed as Manageable 3 points

Species is listed as Widespread 1 points

Total: ___

Infestation Characteristics:

Infestation is less than 1,000 square feet 9 points

Infestation is 1,000 square feet – 1 acre 7 points

Infestation is 1 acre – 20 acres 5 points

Infestation is greater than 20 acres 3 points

Invasive is very abundant at site (>50% infested) -5 points

Invasive is moderate to low abundance at site (10-50% infested) 0 points

Invasive abundance is low at site (<10% infested) 5 points

Is infestation is along a linear feature (roadside ditch, drain, utility corridor) or

other travel corridor (river, stream, etc.)?

Yes 5 points

No 0 points

What is the habitat quality and structure development (relative to similar natural

communities)?

Excellent- the area is an excellent example of a natural community 5 points

Good- not excellent, but still a good example of a natural community 3 points

Poor- degraded habitat, poor example of a natural community 1 points

Is the invasive species negatively impacting recreational opportunities at the site?

Severely impacting recreation 5 points

Moderately impacting recreation 3 points

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Not impacting recreation 1 points

Total: ___

Feasibility/Coordination of Treatment:

Are there other treatment sites nearby?

Yes- this site is near (within 1 mile radius) and will be conducted in

synchronization with pooled resources, etc. 5 points

Maybe- unsure, at this point, if nearby treatment is planned 3 points

No- the site is not near any other planned treatments 1 points

How difficult would treatment be at this location?

Very Easy- easy access to entire infestation, already have access to

the proper equipment. Minimal natural resource impacts from

treatment with the proper use of BMPs. 5 points

Moderate- easy to moderate accessibility to the infestation, may have

the proper equipment. Using BMPs will minimize negative impacts

to native vegetation/habitat. 1 points

Difficult- difficult or impossible to access the entire infestation, may

not have the proper equipment. Treatment may cause excess damage

to natural resources. -5 points

Is funding available to treat the infestation?

Yes- funding is available for site treatment, all required permits,

certifications, and landowner permissions have been obtained 5 points

Maybe- funding maybe available, required permits, certifications, and

landowner permissions are being processed 3 points

No- no funding is available for the site, required permits,

certifications, or landowner permissions have not been obtained -5 points

Total: ____

TOTAL SCORE: _____