Environmental Monitoring/Cleanup, Cultural and Resource Mgmt., Emergency Response Research, Outreach, Technical Analysis

 

Provides technical and financial assistance to State and local government entities for the conduct of projects/activities to support DOE missions; requirements to manage cultural resources and commitments to provide the public assurances that implemented DOE programs are protective of human health and the environment and educational training and EMs goals to reduce legacy footprint, lifecycle cost and accelerate cleanup and offer research opportunities in science technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) fields.

Active 81.214 Department of Energy B - Project Grants Fiscal Year 2016 Savannah River obligated funds to five CFDA 81.214 5,014,911.13
Fiscal Year 2017 Savannah River plans to obligate funds to ten CFDA 81.214
Fiscal Year 2020 SCDNR serves as primary manager of the Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve (Crackerneck), the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) implemented all aspects of the comprehensive Management Plan for Crackerneck. The SCDNR formulated and implemented the public, outdoor recreation program, 70 days were planned for recreation at Crackerneck but due to the Covid-19 virus closure only 54 days were implemented. A new site use covering the 2020-2021 recreation schedule for the area was submitted and approved. The SCDNR served as a core team member within the Forest-ID Team to insure Crackerneck natural resource prescriptions were consistent with habitat goals outlined in the Management Plan for the area. Frequent meetings with US Forest Service Savannah River Site (USFS-SRS) personnel were held to ensure implementation of future timber harvests, road construction/maintenance, and prescribed burning complied with approved prescriptions and site uses. SCDHEC reviewed two Records of Decisions (ROD), eight secondary documents, and six administrative duties during FY21. SCEMD updated and revised the SRS site specific annex to the SC Operation Radiological Emergency Response Plan. Coordinated, reviewed and validated the local emergency response plans of Aiken, Allendale, and Barnwell Counties. Educated the public about safeguarding themselves and their property from hazards associated with SRS operations. Enhanced alert and warning capabilities. Coordinated training for state, Aiken, Allendale and Barnwell county emergency response personnel. GEMA/HS reviewed and updated Annex C (Savannah River Site) to the Georgia Radiological Emergency Plan (REP). GEMA/HS reviewed and updated in cooperation with Burke County Emergency Management Agency the Burke County REP Plan. GEMA/HS conducted periodic meetings of the Radiation Working Group (RWG) to enhance coordination on emergency management/response issues. GEMA/HS conducted training for state and local emergency response personnel whose services may be required in the event of a radiological incident at SRS. SREL provided the public with an independent evaluation of the ecological effects of Savannah River Site (SRS) operations on the environment through a program of ecological research, education and outreach. The community outreach portion of the program relies on traditional methods of community involvement, including workshops and outreach meetings. SSU provides education and community outreach. The approach in the education arena combines an intern program, with expanding environmental curricula. COS provided daily monitoring of the tritium concentrations in the Savannah River to ensure the integrity of the raw water being used throughout the Savannah area from excessive concentrations of tritium to protect public health and safety. SCIAA continued advancement of State knowledge for the cultural heritage of the SRS, the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) and the southeastern United States. Supported accomplishment of scientific research, dissemination of knowledge in the academic and public sectors. Continued Preservation of the physical remains of the cultural heritage of the area.
Fiscal Year 2022 Fiscal Year 2022: Fiscal Year 2022: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) serves as primary manager of the Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve (Crackerneck), SCDNR implemented all aspects of the comprehensive Management Plan for Crackerneck. The SCDNR formulated and implemented the public, outdoor recreation program, 70 days were planned for recreation at Crackerneck but due to the Covid-19 virus closure only 54 days were implemented. A new site use covering the recreation schedule for the area was submitted and approved. The SCDNR served as a core team member within the Forest-ID Team to insure Crackerneck natural resource prescriptions were consistent with habitat goals outlined in the Management Plan for the area. Frequent meetings with US Forest Service Savannah River Site (USFS-SRS) personnel were held to ensure implementation of future timber harvests, road construction/maintenance, and prescribed burning complied with approved prescriptions and site uses. South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) reviewed two Records of Decisions (ROD), eight secondary documents, and six administrative duties during 2022. South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) updated and revised the Savannah River Site (SRS) site specific annex to the South Carolina (SC) Operation Radiological Emergency Response Plan. Coordinated, reviewed and validated the local emergency response plans of Aiken, Allendale, and Barnwell Counties. Educated the public about safeguarding themselves and their property from hazards associated with SRS operations. Enhanced alert and warning capabilities. Coordinated training for state, Aiken, Allendale and Barnwell county emergency response personnel. Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) reviewed and updated Annex C (Savannah River Site) to the Georgia Radiological Emergency Plan (REP). GEMA reviewed and updated in cooperation with Burke County Emergency Management Agency the Burke County REP Plan. GEMA conducted periodic meetings of the Radiation Working Group (RWG) to enhance coordination on emergency management/response issues. GEMA conducted training for state and local emergency response personnel whose services may be required in the event of a radiological incident at SRS. Savannah River Ecology Lab (SREL) provided the public with an independent evaluation of the ecological effects of SRS operations on the environment through a program of ecological research, education and outreach. The community outreach portion of the program relies on traditional methods of community involvement, including workshops and outreach meetings. Savannah State University (SSU) provides education and community outreach. The approach in the education arena combines an intern program, with expanding environmental curricula. City of Savannah (COS) provided daily monitoring of the tritium concentrations in the Savannah River to ensure the integrity of the raw water being used throughout the Savannah area from excessive concentrations of tritium to protect public health and safety. South Carolina Institute of Archeology and Anthropology (SCIAA) continued advancement of State knowledge for the cultural heritage of the SRS, the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) and the southeastern United States. Supported accomplishment of scientific research, dissemination of knowledge in the academic and public sectors. Continued Preservation of the physical remains of the cultural heritage of the area. National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Public Law 89-665; 16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.). Subsequent amendments to the Act include Public Laws 91-243, 93-54, 94-422, 94-458, 96-199, 96-244, 96-515, 98-483, 99-514, 100-127, 102-575, 103-437, 104-333, 106-113, 106-176, 106-208, 106-355,109-453. Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 (Public Law 96-95; 16 U.S.C. 470aa-mm) Native American Graves Protection And Repatriation Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-601) Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (Superfund) of 1980 42 U.S.C. §9601 et seq. Solid Waste Disposal Act of 1965, (Public Law 102-386; 42 U.S.C 6961), Section 6001 Atomic Energy Act of 1954 as amended, Public law 83-703;Stat. 9191: 42 U.S.C. 2011 et seq; Department of Energy Organization Act, 42 U.S.C. 7101 Public Law 95-91 Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (42 U.S.C. 11001-11050) of 1986 (Title III of Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (PL 99-499) Energy Policy Act of 1992 Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. 552 and 5 U.S.C. 552a, White House Initiative On Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Executive Order13532, February 26, 2010 White House Initiative On Education Excellence for Hispanics, Executive Order13555, October 19, 2010 Federal Actions To Address Environmental Justice In Minority Populations And Low-Income Populations, Executive Order, 12898, February 11, 1994 Research and Development Environmental Restoration State, Local US Territory/Possession, Minority Group, Low Income Costs will be determined in accordance with 10 CFR 600 for State and local Governments. OMB Circular No. A-87 applies to this program. Preapplication coordination is not applicable. 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. OMB Circular A-102 applies to this program. OMB Circular No. A-11 applies to this program. The application forms must be downloaded from the Grants.gov website at http://www.grants.gov. Applicants for sub-awards from the states should consult the office of the official designated as the single point of contact within the State for more information on the process the State requires to be following in applying for assistance. Evaluations will be conducted by the staff of the Office of Acquisition Management and the applicable Program Office. Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines From 90 to 120 days. None Not applicable. From 90 to 120 days. Renewals are subject to review by the program office and subject to the availability of funds. The selection process will be determined by the criteria announced in the solicitation, if any. Financial assistance is provided in support of the program objectives. Restrictions on the use of funds depend on the provisions of the specific project agreement. Applicants must meet the guidelines established by DOE or contained in the specific Congressional authorization for a particular program being supported. Not applicable. Not applicable. Retention of records will be required in accordance with 10 CFR 600. Statutory formula is not applicable to this assistance listing.

Matching requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.

MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing. Vary. See the following for information on how assistance is awarded/released: Funds are released through the Electronic Transfer System. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: Quarterly. Department of Energy, Savannah River Operations Office, P. O. Box A, Aiken, SC 29802 Cynthia Strowbridge
Department of Energy Savannah River Operations Office P. O. Box A
Aiken, SC 29802 USA
cynthia.strowbridge@srs.gov
Phone: 803-952-9355 http://www.srs.gov 89-0251-0-0-000 (Cooperative Agreements (Discretionary Grants)) FY 22$24,500,000.00; FY 23 est $26,506,813.00; FY 24 est $45,000,000.00; FY 21$22,987,943.00; FY 20$36,194,622.00; FY 19$30,300,594.00; - Subject to Funds Availability $0.00 to $11,779,142.00. Subject to the availibility of funds. Financial assistance actions will be completed in accordance with 10 CFR 600, 2CFR 200, and all applicable National Policies (Laws and Executive Orders). Fiscal Year 2017 State cultural and resource management Environmental justice
Fiscal Year 2016 State cultural and resource management Environmental justice