Tracker results - long format
San Diego thorn-mint Acanthomintha ilicifolia
Goal: Maintain large populations, enhance small populations, and establish new populations of San Diego thornmint or pollinator habitat to buffer against environmental stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and promote connectivity, thereby enhancing resilience within and among MUs over the long-term (>100 years) in native habitats.
regional and/or local
PRE
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-FMGT ACAILI-1
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6
Starting in 2017, reduce the potential impact of fire for at risk large populations of San Diego thornmint (see occurrence table) by reducing fuel loads of invasive annuals
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Manage thatch and invasive annuals every 3-5 years to reduce fire threat for populations of San Diego thornmint most at risk of fire (populations with ignition probability or fire frequency > 3 or that have burned since 2003) |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and report with management actions to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Fuel Loads and Invasive Grasses Reduced for at Risk Populations |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG ACAILI-2
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2017, annually inspect conserved populations of San Diego thornmint (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect covariate habitat and threats data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, occurrence status, habitat and threats data, and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG ACAILI-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at San Diego thornmint occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities as needed, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
San Diego Thornmint Restoration |
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
San Diego Thornmint Restoration |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-MGTPL ACAILI-7
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6
In 2019, begin implementing highest priority management actions identified for San Diego thornmint in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2023, =2 High Priority Management Actions Implemented for San Diego Thornmint from the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-MGTPL ACAILI-8
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6
In 2019, begin monitoring the effectiveness of implementation of the highest priority management actions identified in the San Diego thornmint section of the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management effectiveness datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-SBPL ACAILI-10
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6
In 2019, begin implementing the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan for San Diego thornmint to collect and store seeds at a permanent seed bank and to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new occurrences.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2023, =2 Highest Priority Actions Implemented for San Diego thornmint from the MSP Seed Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
Nuttall's acmispon Acmispon prostratus
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Nuttall's acmispon occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in coastal bluff and coastal dune habitats.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG ACMPRO-1
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017-2012, inspect extant Nuttall's acmispon occurrences annually on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG ACMPRO-2
Management units: 1, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at Nuttall's acmispon occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SO
MGT-IMP-IEX ACMPRO-3
Management units: 1
From 2017 through 2019, enhance and expand the 4 Nuttall's acmispon occurrences at Mariner's Point, South Shores, South Carlsbad State Beach and Cardiff State Beaches (see occurrence table) and establish a new occurrence at Stony Point in Mission Bay. Invasive plant control should be conducted using BMPs so that invasive plants are reduced to less than 20% absolute cover within the occurrence
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct invasive plant control within each occurrence |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Seed collection, bulking and redistribution should follow recommendations for Nuttall's acmispon in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to minimize potential risks to populations from seed collection and distribution activities. |
in progress |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2019, 5 Nuttall's Acmispon Occurrences Enhanced/Established and Reports Submitted |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-SBPL ACMPRO-5
Management units: 1, 7
In 2018, begin implementing the Nuttall's acmispon section in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to collect and store seeds at a permanent seed bank and to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Bulk seed at a qualified facility for enhancement, expansion, establishment or transplantation projects using seed from genetically appropriate donor accessions in the propagation seed bank collection. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Maintain records for collected seed to document donor and receptor sites, collection dates and amounts. Submit seed collection, storage and bulking data to the MSP Web Portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 Highest Priority Action Implemented for Nuttall's Acmispon from the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-MGTPL ACMPRO-7
Management units: 1, 7
In 2018, begin implementing highest priority management actions identified for Nuttall's acmispon in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented for Nuttall's Acmispon from the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-MGTPL ACMPRO-8
Management units: 1, 7
In 2018, monitor effectiveness of implementing highest priority management actions identified for Nuttall's acmispon in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
Shaw's agave Agave shawii var shawii
Goal: Maintain existing Shaw's agave occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in coastal bluff, coastal sage scrub, and Torrey pine forest vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG AGASHA-2
Management units: 1, 6, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring conducted in 2016 and 2021 at Shaw's agave occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Tricolored blackbird Agelaius tricolor
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore Tricolored blackbird occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-RSUP-SPEC AGETRI-2
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2021, support statewide survey efforts for Tricolored blackbird held every 3 years.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Participate in Surveys every 3 Years |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG AGETRI-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, annually inspect suitable nesting habitat at current and historically occupied sites (see occurrence table) to determine management needs (including need for additional water) taking care not to disturb nesting tricolored blackbirds, and use a regional IMG monitoring protocol to collect covariate data on human activities and other threats to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct regional IMG monitoring protocol surveys to determine management needs (including need for additonal water) taking care not to disturb nesting tricolored blackbirds, |
available for implementation |
Tricolored Blackbird (Agelaius tricolor) Surveys |
IMP-2 |
Based upon threat evaluation, determine if routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
available for implementation |
Tricolored Blackbird (Agelaius tricolor) Surveys |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual IMG monitoring of Tricolored Blackbird completed |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG AGETRI-4
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG regional protocol monitoring.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement and adding additonal water to ponded sites. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL AGETRI-6
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, implement the highest priority management actions for tricolored blackbird on Conserved Lands.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Management actions to be determined by the management plan. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project data and management actions to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management actions implemented for Tricolored Blackbird |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL AGETRI-7
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, monitor the effectiveness of management actions implemented for tricolored blackbird on Conserved Lands
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring Completed within one year of management actions and Report Submitted |
2021 |
Altered fire regime
Goal: The fire management goal for the MSPA is to maintain the long-term ecological integrity and viability of ecosystems, MSP species, and vegetation communities on Conserved Lands in a cost effective manner by managing the current human altered fire regime to promote a fire regime, with lower fire frequency and reduced impacts (direct and indirect) to natural resources.
regional
PRE
2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-PRP-IGNPL ALTFIR-1
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2019, prepare a Wildfire Ignition Reduction Plan detailing measures to reduce wildfire threat to Conserved Lands and at-risk resources in the MSPA. The plan should include: a review of wildfire ignitions and methods for reducing risk; analyses and spatially explicit recommendations for decreasing ignitions along roadways; recommended Project Activity Levels (PAL) for land managers to minimize ignitions from power equipment; analyses of ignition "hotspots" and ignition probabilities relative to at-risk resources with specific management actions to reduce risks; and specifications for establishing a "Fire Watch Program" to reduce ignitions and improve early fire suppression.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Use USGS fire risk analyses, expert and stakeholder input, and information on ignition risk reduction methods to develop a prioritized action plan for wildfire ignition reduction to protect MSP species and vegetation communities most vulnerable to catastrophic wildfire. |
available for implementation |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit project data and Wildfire Ignition Reduction Plan to MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Completed Fire Ignition Reduction Plan for the MSPA by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
PRE
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-RAAM ALTFIR-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, with the help of a wildfire coordinator, prepare a regional Resource Avoidance Area map (RAA Map) that identifies MSP species/vegetation communities and other at-risk resources to be avoided on Conserved Lands by fire suppression activities, such as equipment staging, dozer line construction, retardant drops,and overland travel. The coordinator should work with Preserve owner managers and their responding (local, state and federal) fire agencies to develop the regional RAA Map in a compatible format with fire agencies' Wildland Fire Decision Support Systems.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
The wildfire coordinator should work with land managers to prepare brief handouts for each preserve that accompany the Resource Avoidance Areas map and provide guidance to fire crews about what type of fire suppression actions are to be avoided in specific areas and the preferred sites for staging areas. |
Available for implementation |
|
RSUP-2 |
Submit project metadata, datasets and RAA Map to MSP Web Portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Completed RAA Map for Region by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
PRE
2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-RAAM ALTFIR-4
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2019, coordinate and integrate MSP Resource Avoidance Areas (RAA) Map into local state and federal management agencies GIS Wildland Fire Decision Support Systems.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
The wildfire coordinator should work with local, state and federal fire management agencies to incorporate the MSP RAA Map into their Wildland Fire Decision Support Systems platform(s). The map should be in a compatible format with standardized symbology and mapping criteria used by the fire management agencies. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, MSP RAA Map in 75% of GIS wildland fire decision support systems for local, state and federal firefighting agencies |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-PRP-PFMGTPL ALTFIR-5
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, conduct an inventory of preserve fire management plans and identify elements to include in standardized preserve fire management plans. Prepare a guidebook for preserve fire management plans that, at a minimum, specifies overall pre-fire, fire suppression and post-fire management actions and includes the RAAM that identifies MSP species/habitats and other at-risk resources to be avoided by fire suppression activities, such as equipment staging, dozer line construction, retardant drops,and overland travel. The guidebook should identify standard pre-fire, fire suppression, and post-fire actions for specific MSP species and vegetation communities to be incorporated into Preserve Fire Management Plans.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Create an inventory of fire management plans completed for preserves in the MSPA, identify preserves without plans. |
On hold |
|
PRP-2 |
The guidebook should be developed collaboratively with input from land owners and managers, fire management agencies, scientists, and other stakeholders. Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of existing fire management plans to inform guidebook recommendations. |
On hold |
|
PRP-3 |
Submit project metadata, inventory and guidebook to MSP web portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Completed inventory and preserve fire management plan guidebook by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
PRE
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-WFRAP ALTFIR-6
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2018, coordinate and establish a Wildland Fire Resource Advisor Program (WFRAP) for locally owned (non-federal and non-state) Conserved Lands to integrate local Resource Advisors (RAs) with federal and state agencies and provide unified guidance on avoidance/protective measures for MSP and other rare species and communities to Incident Command personnel during fire events.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Using the federal model as a guide, the regional wildfire coordinator should work with land managers and fire agencies to develop a WFRAP specific to MSP locally-owned lands and train land managers to be RAs. Procedures should be established for local RAs to work with federal and state advisors to communicate a unified message to Incident Command personnel during fire events. |
Available for implementation |
|
RSUP-2 |
RAs should be encouraged to participate in fire safety organizations, such as the California Wildland Fire Coordinating Group to foster coordination and learn from the experiences and expertise of fire management personnel. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Establish WFRAP by 2021 for all locally-owned lands with trained RAs |
2021 |
local
PRE
2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-FMGTPL ALTFIR-8
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, implement highest priority proactive management actions identified through monitoring (Objective FSP-8) to reduce risk of fire for most at-risk MSP rare plant and animal occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement invasive plant control and to reduce risk of post-fire non-native plant invasion at high priority MSP rare plant and animal occurrences. |
waiting for precedent action |
Fairbanks Ranch/Rancho Santa Fe Invasive Removal and Stream Enhancement |
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and datasets to MSP Web Portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Pre-fire management implemented for =2 very high priority MSP species occurrences by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
SUPP
2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-WFRAP ALTFIR-9
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Implement WFRAP for local (non-federal/non-state) lands and work with federal and state RAs to provided unified guidance on avoidance/ protective measures for MSP species and communities to Incident Command personnel during fire events.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement the WFRAP specific to MSP locally-owned preserves with trained RAs integrated into fire incident management teams to provide simple, unified message to IC concerning protection of natural resources. Wildfire coordinator will be available as a resource to assist in communicating regional MSP priorities among land managers. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
WFRAP implemented during fires on locally-owned lands from 2019-2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-FMGT ALTFIR-10
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Monitor recovery of at-risk MSP species and vegetation communities against the threat of invasive plants the first 3 years following a fire event as identified in post-fire plant and wildlife surveys.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct post fire surveys for invasive plants (Levels 1-4) at MSP plant and animal occurrences and vegetation communities starting the first spring following fire and as needed thereafter to identify priority areas for invasive plant control |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, datasets and postfire management recommendations to MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Invasive plant surveys conducted 1-3 year after wildfire with management recommendations submitted |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-FMGT ALTFIR-11
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Implement invasive plant control at burned priority sites identified during pre- and post-fire surveys to prevent expansion of invasive plants at priority MSP plant and animal occurrences and vegetation communities.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct invasive plant control at priority sites with threats from non-native plants for 2-3 years post-fire or until invasive plants are controlled. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Post-fire invasive plant control prevents expansion of nonnative plants at priority plant and animal occurrences and vegetation communities |
2021 |
regional and/or local
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-SURV-FMGT ALTFIR-12
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Conduct focused surveys for at-risk MSP plant and animal species for 1-3 years following wildfires and determine their distribution and status. Identify unburned (occupied or unoccupied) refugia within and adjacent to the fire perimeter.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring data and reports to MSP Web Portal |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Fire impacts and refugia documented for prioritized at-risk MSP plant and animal species following significant fires in 2017-2021 |
2021 |
Altered hydrology
Goal: Reduce the impact of urban runoff and aseasonal flow on the highest priority MSP species and riparian habitat so that species can presist over the long term (>100 years) in areas upstream and downstream of urban land uses.
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
MON-RES-STIC ALTHYD-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Continue USGS research study using STIC sensors to measure water temperature and presence in chosen stream channels. The final report should include an analysis investigating the relationship between upstream urban land uses and the number of days with water present. The data should be available in a format that will aid the creation of a hydrologic management plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Monitor STIC sites on a regular basis to capture stream data and necessary covariate data. |
In progress |
Urban Aseasonal Flow Study |
RES-2 |
Analyze data and covariates to invesigate the relationship between stream conditions and watershed land use. |
In progress |
Urban Aseasonal Flow Study |
RES-3 |
Submit project metadata and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
Urban Aseasonal Flow Study |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Final report of STIC data and analysis |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-BMP ALTHYD-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, implement BMPs identified in the literature and approved management plans for altered hydrology to improve conditions for MSP species.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit Metadata, data, and management actions to MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
|
San Diego ambrosia Ambrosia pumila
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing San Diego ambrosia occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG AMBPUM-1
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 8
Beginning in 2017, annually inspect San Diego ambrosia occurrences on Conserved Lands in (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG AMBPUM-2
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 8
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at San Diego ambrosia occurrences on Conserved Lands in (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
|
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Arroyo toad Anaxyrus californicus
Goal: Protect and enhance existing significant occurrences of arroyo toad to self-sustaining levels and re-establish occurrences in locations where they previously existed to ensure persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG ANACAL-1
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Annually inspect known areas occupied by arroyo toad to identify and reduce threats that can be managed at the local scale including road crossings, illegal encroachment, off-road vehicle use, non-native plants, trash dumping, grazing by livestock, and incompatible human recreation. Where possible, restrict access to arroyo toad upland and breeding habitats to help prevent disturbance to all arroyo toad life history stages (eggs, larvae, metamorphs and adults). Activities should be restricted in upland habitat year-round and in breeding habitat during the core of the breeding season (March to July).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Using a regional "IMG" monitoring protocol, annually inspect significant Arroyo toad occurrences to assess status and quantify potential threats to determine management needs. AID_20161229_1831_100 |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Roads should be examined for high risk areas for arroyo toad crossing and use. Only slow moving vehicles (<5mph) with an occupant experienced in arroyo toad identification should be allowed on high risk roads after sunset (Zimmitti and Mahrdt 1999). |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
An education program should be implemented that promotes the value of the arroyo toad and informs the public of restrictions and the importance of not disturbing the wildlife. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-4 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-5 |
Submit monitoring and management recommendations to the MSP web portal |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual IMG monitoring of Arroyo toad completed |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG ANACAL-2
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2018, conduct routine management actions for arroyo toad identified through the IMG regional protocol monitoring, including protecting populations from detrimental human use (e.g. ORV, trampling, altered hydrology), removing invasive plants, and removing aquatic predators and exotic species (which compete and/or prey on arroyo toads, primarily young) within the known arroyo toad habitat.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from human disturbance, controlling invasive plants, and removing invasive aquatic animals. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-RES-GEN ANACAL-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2021, continue genetic studies of the arroyo toad in San Diego Co. (using genetic material collected during past and present regional surveys) to evaluate the degree of genetic variation within and between populations and to possibly identify genetic bottlenecks or barriers; this information will also be used to determine source populations to use in re-establishing arroyo toads in previously occupied areas.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Continue to collect genetic samples during surveys for arroyo toad for use in examining the genetic relationship of arroyo toad in western San Diego County. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
RES-2 |
Analyze the genetic samples to evaluate the degree of genetic variation within and between populations and to possibly identify genetic bottlenecks or barriers. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
RES-3 |
Prepare management recommendations based upon the genetic analyses that maintain or enhance gene flow and genetic diversity and that identifies source populations. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
RES-4 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and Arroyo Toad Genetics Study report to the MSP Web Portal. |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Genetic samples collected from studies completed through 2021; Genetic Analysis and Report Completed by 2021. |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SO
MGT-PRP-MGTPL ANACAL-5
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, continue to convene with the working group of land managers, scientists, wildlife agencies, and local biologists knowledgeable in arroyo toad to review existing conditions of known occurrences on Conserved Lands, to prepare a plan for management of arroyo toad which considers each site, and to develop a regional monitoring strategy.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Convene working group meetings to review existing conditions of known occurrences. |
in progress |
|
PRP-2 |
Use habitat models developed by USGS and results from survey and genetic analyses to identify suitable areas for long-term management. |
in progress |
|
PRP-3 |
Conduct site visits as necessary to identify appropriate management actions. |
in progress |
|
PRP-4 |
Develop an arroyo toad management plan. The plan should prioritize management actions for the next five years and detail tasks, lead entities, responsibilities, timelines, and budgets. |
in progress |
|
PRP-5 |
Submit management plan to MSP web portal |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Arroyo toad management plan completed by 2018 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-MGTPL ANACAL-6
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2018, implement high priority actions identified in the Arroyo Toad Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management actions and report to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
High priority management actions implemented for Arroyo toad |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-MGTPL ANACAL-7
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2018, monitor the effectiveness of management actions implemented for the arroyo toad.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring data and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of implementing high priority arroyo toad management actions determined |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2018, 2019
SO
MGT-PRP-RESCPL ANACAL-8
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2018, establish program and permits to allow emergency management actions for the arroyo toad during or immediately following wildfire events, such as implementation of emergency rescue and temporary translocation, to protect from potential loss or extirpation.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Develop protocols, monitoring standards, and permit process for the rescue of Southwestern pond turtles during wildfire events. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildfire rescue program established for Arroyo toad in 2018 |
2021 |
regional
SUPP
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-RESCPL ANACAL-9
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, implement arroyo toad rescue program during wildfire events to protect from loss and/or extirpation.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit management data and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildfire rescue program implemented for Arroyo toad |
2021 |
regional
POST
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-RESCPL ANACAL-10
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, monitor the effectiveness of arroyo toad rescue programs following wildfire events, including both translocation or re-introduction efforts.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and report to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring of post fire rescue programs for Arroyo toad implemented |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-FMGT ANACAL-11
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2021, implement post fire management actions to ensure the recovery of arroyo toad at occupied sites following wildfire events, including invasive plant and animal control, debris/sediment removal, erosion control or other management actions as needed following a fire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement needed management actions as determined through BAER or other post fire surveys. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Post fire management actions implemented following wildfire events |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-FMGT ANACAL-12
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2021, monitor stream conditions and the effectiveness of management actions implemented to assist in recovery of arroyo toad for 3 years following wildfire events.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Monitor stream flows and water quality post fire, document recovery of arroyo toad populations and habitat, and effectiveness of any management actions for first 3 years after fire. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring of post fire management actions, stream conditions, and population status for arroyo toads implemented for 3 years post fire |
2021 |
Pallid bat Antrozous pallidus
Goal: Protect pallid bat diurnal, nocturnal, and maternity roosts from destruction and human disturbance and enhance foraging habitat within commuting distance of nocturnal and maternity roosts to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG ANTPAL-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, inspect the vicinity of pallid bat roosts on an annual basis (see occurrence table), taking care not to disturb bats, and use a regional monitoring protocol to collect covariate data on human activities and other threats to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct regional IMG monitoring protocol surveys to quantify signs of human activity near occupied or potential roosts and to identify other potential threats. Care should be taken to avoid disturbing roosting bats. |
available for implementation |
Pallid Bat Surveys - Sweetwater Marsh |
IMP-2 |
Based upon threat evaluation, determine if routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
available for implementation |
Pallid Bat Surveys - Sweetwater Marsh |
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
available for implementation |
Pallid Bat Surveys - Sweetwater Marsh |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual IMG monitoring of Pallid bat completed |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG ANTPAL-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG regional protocol monitoring, including protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019
SL
MGT-PRP-MGTPL ANTPAL-4
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2018-2019, prepare a management plan for pallid bat that prioritizes management actions to protect roosts from disturbance, ensures sufficient roosts for seasonal temperature requirements and for reproduction, and enhances foraging habitat using data from annual roost monitoring and recommendations from the pallid bat research study.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Prioritize management actions, focusing on reducing threats and expanding occurrences in areas most likely to remain viable over the long-term in the context of future land development. |
available for implementation |
Pallid Bat Surveys - Sweetwater Marsh |
PRP-2 |
Develop a management plan for pallid bat that prioritizes management actions for the next five years. |
waiting for precedent action |
Pallid Bat Surveys - Sweetwater Marsh |
PRP-3 |
Identify areas where pallid bat and Townsend?s big-eared bat management can be complimentary. |
waiting for precedent action |
Pallid Bat Surveys - Sweetwater Marsh |
PRP-4 |
Submit management plan to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
Pallid Bat Surveys - Sweetwater Marsh |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management Plan for Pallid bat prepared by 2018 |
2021 |
Aphanisma Aphanisma blitoides
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing aphanisma occurrence(s) and establish new occurrences, as needed, to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in coastal bluff, coastal dune and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2019, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG APHBLI-1
Management units: 1, 7
Beginning in 2017, inspect extant aphanisma occurrence(s) on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs. After 2017, repeat monitoring every 2 years, unless an occurrence is small (<100 individuals) or faces a high degree of threat, in which case monitor annually.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Every 2 Years with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG APHBLI-2
Management units: 1, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring at aphamisma occurrence(s) on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species less than or equal to 20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SL
MON-SURV-SPEC APHBLI-3
Management units: 1, 7
In 2019, survey historic aphanisma locations to determine occurrence status; survey and delineate potentially suitable habitat for new occurrences; survey existing occurrences to identify the potential for enhancement and expansion; and at all sites collect data on occurrence status, habitat and threats and determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
At each extant occurrence, map the extent of the occurrence, collect data on abundance, map adjacent suitable habitat for potential occurrence expansion, collect covariate data on threats including estimates of cover of invasive non-native plants and trampling. |
On hold |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, habitat mapping, occurrence status, habitat and threats assessments, management recommendations, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys and Report Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Golden eagle Aquila chrysaetos canadensis
Goal: Expand and then maintain a self-sustaining golden eagle population to ensure long term persistence (>100 years) on Conserved Lands in the MSPA by: improving reproductive success through protection of active and inactive nest sites from human disturbance; reducing anthropogenic mortality; managing large mosaics of grassland and open shrublands for optimal prey availability, especially during drought; and by minimizing human impacts to foraging eagles.
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SO
MON-RES-SPEC AQUCHR-1
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2019, continue the Golden Eagle Nesting, Foraging, and Habitat Use Study, begun in 2014, to monitor golden eagle territory occupancy and reproduction in the MSPA (see occurrence table) and to track eagle movements to identify important foraging, nesting and roosting areas. Continue to study the influence of human activity and land use on patterns of eagle movement and habitat use, measure the response of eagles to human activity while foraging, and determine whether locally produced floaters recruit into the breeding population.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Monitor territory occupancy and reproduction in suitable golden eagle habitat within the MSPA. Identify any threats or disturbance to eagles and provide this information to land managers so that management actions can be taken to reduce impacts from human disturbance and other threats. |
in progress |
|
RES-2 |
Capture adult eagles at selected territories and attach GPS-transmitters that track eagle movements to identify important foraging areas and to study movement patterns relative to human activity within a landscape matrix of urban, rural, and undeveloped lands. Determine whether eagles switch territories and mates, document individual mortality, and track emigration or short term movements outside of the MSPA. Determine if there are multiple nesting sites within a territory and identify nest sites that are unstable or vulnerable to loss. |
in progress |
Biotelemetry Data for Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos) Captured in Coastal Southern California |
RES-3 |
Analyze golden eagle foraging habitat data and develop objectives with criteria for managing open areas (grasslands and suitable areas in coastal sage scrub and chaparral) to conditions preferred by foraging eagles and that support abundant prey (e.g., black-tailed jack rabbits, ground squirrels). |
unknown |
|
RES-4 |
Measure eagle behavioral responses to human activity at foraging areas. Identify the intensity and type of human activity that affects foraging behavior. |
in progress |
Biotelemetry Data for Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos) Captured in Coastal Southern California |
RES-5 |
Use the GPS and behavioral response data to model potential impacts to foraging eagles under different scenarios of human disturbance at important foraging areas. Prepare management recommendations to reduce human impacts on foraging eagles, including alignment of trails, restriction of activities, and educational outreach. |
in progress |
Biotelemetry Data for Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos) Captured in Coastal Southern California |
RES-6 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
Biotelemetry Data for Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos) Captured in Coastal Southern California |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Golden Eagle Nesting, Foraging, and Habitat Use Study Report with Management Recommendations Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SO
MON-RES-GEN AQUCHR-2
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2019, continue the Golden Eagle Genetics Study begun in 2014 and collect genetic samples in conjunction with eagle captures for the Golden Eagle Nesting, Foraging, and Habitat Use Study. Analyze these samples to determine the population genetic structure of golden eagles within the MSPA (see occurrence table) and their relationship to eagle populations in other parts of the western United States.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Golden Eagle Genetic Study with Report Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Western burrowing owl Athene cunicularia hypugaea
Goal: Increase the abundance of nesting burrowing owls to ensure that there are multiple (=2) interbreeding self-sustaining nodes (primarily utilizing natural burrow systems) on Conserved Lands that will provide for burrowing owl persistence in the MSPA over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-RES-SPEC ATHCUN-1
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
Continue the research study of breeding burrowing owls, foraging, threats, artifiical and natural burrows, movements, and habitat assessments to inform management at existing occupied and future potential nodes. Include translocated owls in the study to determine effectiveness of translocation and to gather information to inform continued management at new nodes.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Submit project metadata, survey data, and report with management recommendations to the MSP web portal. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Burrowing Owl Surveys and Reports Completed by 2021. |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-RES-GEN ATHCUN-2
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
As part of the burrowing owl research study, collect genetic samples to determine origin of owls and genetic population structure compared to other populations in California, Mexico, and the western U.S.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Continue to collect genetic samples during surveys for burrowing owl for use in examining the genetic relationship of burrowing owl in California, Mexico, and the western U.S. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
RES-2 |
Analyze the genetic samples to evaluate the degree of genetic variation within and between populations and to possibly identify genetic bottlenecks or barriers. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
RES-3 |
Prepare management recommendations based upon the genetic analysis that maintain or enhance gene flow and genetic diversity and that identifies source populations. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
RES-4 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and Burrowing Owl Genetics Study report to the MSP Web Portal. |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Genetic samples collected from studies completed through 2021; Genetic Analysis and Report Completed by 2021. |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG ATHCUN-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
Annually inspect artificial and natural burrows and occupied habitat to determine management needs using a regional IMG protocol. The monitoring should include considerations for retrofitting existing artificial burrows with the most current design to maximize fledgling success, removal/closing of burrows at poorly performing sites, and addition of burrows to maximize success.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct regional IMG monitoring protocol survey locations and habitat, assess status, and quantify potential threats. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring and management data to the regional MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with management recommendations |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG ATHCUN-4
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
Conduct management actions identified through the IMG regional protocol monitoring, including protecting populations from disturbance, removing invasive plants, cleaning, repairing, and fortifying burrows within the known occupied and suitable habitat, retrofitting existing artificial burrows with the most current design to maximize fledgling success, removal/closing of burrows at poorly performing sites, and addition of burrows to maximize success.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform management activities such as protecting populations from disturbance, removing invasive plants, cleaning, repairing, and fortifying burrows, retrofitting existing artificial burrows with the most current design to maximize fledgling success, removal/closing of burrows at poorly performing sites, and addition of burrows to maximize success.. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL ATHCUN-6
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
Beginning in 2017, implement highest priority management actions from the Burrowing Owl Conservation and Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented from the Burrowing Owl Conservation and Management Plan |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL ATHCUN-7
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
Beginning in 2017, monitor the effectiveness of management actions implemented for western burrowing owl on Conserved Lands.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring Completed and Data and Report Submitted within one year of management actions |
2021 |
Encinitas baccharis Baccharis vanessae
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Encinitas baccharis occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2019, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG BACVAN-1
Management units: 3, 4, 6
Beginning in 2017, inspect Encinitas baccharis occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threat covariate data to determine management needs. After 2017, repeat monitoring every 2 years.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Every 2 Years with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG BACVAN-2
Management units: 3, 4, 6
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at Encinitas baccharis occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-SBPL BACVAN-5
Management units: 1, 7
In 2019, begin implementing the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan for Encinitas baccharis to collect and store seeds at a permanent seed bank and to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Bulk seed at a qualified facility for enhancement, expansion, establishment or transplantation projects using seed from genetically appropriate donor accessions in the propagation seed bank collection. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Maintain records for collected seed to document donor and receptor sites, collection dates and amounts. Submit seed collection, storage and bulking data to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 Highest Priority Action Implemented for Encinitas Baccharis from the MSP Seed Collection, Banking, and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-MGTPL BACVAN-7
Management units: 1, 7
Beginning in 2019, implement highest priority management actions identified in the Encinitas baccharis section of the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented for Encinitas Baccharis from the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-MGTPL BACVAN-8
Management units: 1, 7
Beginning in 2019, monitor effectiveness of implementation of highest priority management actions identified in the Encinitas baccharis section of the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management effectiveness datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
POST
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-RES-SPEC BACVAN-9
Management units: 4, 5, 8
Determine the population dynamics of Encinitas baccharis in response to natural and altered fire frequencies that may affect successional processes and population dynamics. The study should begin when the next fire burns an Encinitas baccharis occurrence and include subsequently burned occurrences to research post-fire recovery mechanisms (e.g., resprouter vs. obligate seeder) and circumstances in which post-fire management is necessary to facilitate robust post-fire recovery. Use results to identify postfire management actions for Encinitas baccharis to assist in recovery of burned populations.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Encinitas Baccharis Fire Study Completed and Report Submitted by 5 Years Post Fire |
2021 |
San Diego goldenstar Bloomeria clevelandii
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing San Diego goldenstar occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral, coastal sage scrub, grassland, and vernal pool/alkali playa vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IMG BLOCLE-2
Management units: 3, 4, 6
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring conducted in 2016, 2018, and 2020 at San Diego goldenstar occurrence(s) on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
San Diego fairy shrimp Branchinecta sandiegonensis
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore San Diego fairy shrimp occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MONPL BRASAN-1
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual qualitative surveys during the wet season to determine the presence of San Diego fairy shrimp in vernal pools on Conserved Lands. Every 3 years conduct dry season quantitative cyst soil sampling at a rotating panel of vernal pools to determine the density of San Diego fairy shrimp cysts, as identified by genetic analysis. Use methods and protocols specified in the City of San Diego Vernal Pool Management and Monitoring Plan (VPMMP; 2015) . Determine whether the pools fall into Level 1 (stable), Level 2 (enhancement) or Level 3 (restoration) management categories based on the presence of shrimp among pools in each complex and track increases or declines in cyst densities over 3 monitoring years to determine if movement is triggered between management categories as identified in the VPMMP. If there is sufficient decline in San Diego fairy shrimp cyst density to trigger an increase in management levels as identified in the VPMMP, then more intensive monitoring is required to determine topographic or hydrologic disturbances as described in the VPMMP.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and monitoring reports with management and Monitoring recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Qualitative Surveys Conducted for San Diego Fairy Shrimp and Quantitative Cyst Sampling Every 3 Years with Reports Completed |
2021 |
Thread-leaved brodiaea Brodiaea filifolia
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Thread-leaved brodiaea occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in grassland and vernal pool vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2019, 2021
SS
MON-IMP-IMG BROFIL-1
Management units: 6, 7, 8
Beginning in 2017, inspect conserved populations of thread-leaved brodiaea in (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect covariate habitat and threats data to determine management needs. After 2017, repeat monitoring every 2 years.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Every 2 Years with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IMG BROFIL-2
Management units: 6, 7, 8
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at thread-leaved brodiaea occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SS
MON-SURV-SPEC BROFIL-4
Management units: 6, 7, 8
In 2019, survey historic thread-leaved brodiaea locations to determine occurrence status; survey and delineate potentially suitable habitat for new occurrences; survey existing occurrences to identify the potential for enhancement and expansion; and at all sites collect data on occurrence status, habitat and threats and determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
At each extant occurrence, map the extent of the occurrence, collect data on abundance, map adjacent suitable habitat for potential occurrence expansion, collect covariate data on threats including estimates of cover of invasive non-native plants and trampling. |
On hold |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, occurrence status, habitat mapping and assessment, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys and Report Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Orcutt's brodiaea Brodiaea orcuttii
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Orcutt's brodiaea occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral, grassland, oak woodland, southern interior cypress forests, and vernal pool vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG BROORC-1
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 8
From 2017-2021, inspect Orcutt's brodiaea occurrences annually on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG BROORC-2
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 8
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at Orcutt's brodiaea occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
Otay Mesa Rare Plants |
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
Otay Mesa Rare Plants |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SO
MON-SURV-SPEC BROORC-3
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8
In 2019, survey historic Orcutt's brodiaea locations to determine occurrence status; survey and delineate potentially suitable habitat for new occurrences; survey existing occurrences to identify the potential for enhancement and expansion; and at all sites collect data on occurrence status, habitat and threats and determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
At each extant occurrence, map the extent of the occurrence, collect data on abundance, map adjacent suitable habitat for potential occurrence expansion, collect covariate data on threats including estimates of cover of invasive non-native plants and trampling. |
On hold |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, habitat mapping, occurrence status, habitat and threats assessments, management recommendations, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys and Report Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SO
MGT-IMP-IEX BROORC-4
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2017, establish 2 new Orcutt's brodiaea occurrences at Proctor Valley and Cal Terraces/Dennery Canyon. Invasive plant control should be conducted using BMPs so that invasive plants are reduced to less than 20% absolute cover within the occurrence
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct invasive plant control and distribute seed to establish new Orcutt's brodiaea occurrences. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Implement seed augmentation using seed collected and bulked by San Diego Zoo's Institute for Conservation Research. |
in progress |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2020, 2 New Occurrences of Orcutt's Brodiaea Established and Report Submitted |
2021 |
Santa Rosa basalt brodiaea Brodiaea santarosae
Goal: Maintain existing Santa Rosa brodiaea occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in grassland and vernal pool/alkali playa habitats.
local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IMG BROSAN-2
Management units: 8
Beginning in 2019, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring in 2018 at Santa Rosa brodiaea occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
on hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Coastal cactus wren Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus sandiegensis
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore suitable cactus scrub habitat for coastal cactus wrens to increase effective population size in each genetic cluster at a short term sustainable level (e.g. 50-100 wrens), rehabilitate habitat destroyed by wildfire, improve habitat quality to maintain populations during drought, enhance connectivity within and between genetic clusters to increase genetic diversity and rescue small populations, and manage anthropogenic predation risk to ensure the long term persistence (>100 years) of cactus wrens on Conserved Lands in the MSPA.
regional and/or local
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-MGTPL CAMBRU-1
Management units: 2, 3, 4
From 2017 through 2021, continue implementing high priority management actions to: expand coastal cactus wren populations; rehabilitate habitat destroyed in the 2003 Cedar and 2007 Harris wildfires; improve connectivity within and between the Otay and San Diego/El Cajon genetic clusters (see occurrence table); and manage high risk of anthropogenic predation of adults and nestlings. These priority management actions are identified in the South San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan prepared in 2015.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Following best practices in the South San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan, design cactus scrub enhancement and restoration projects to provide high quality nesting and foraging habitat with large patches of cacti >1 m tall in a mosaic of open scrub that provides sufficient food resources for reproduction and survival, especially during drought. As they become available, incoporate the results from the Cactus Wren Demography, Foraging and Arthropod Study to create restoration palettes that favor plant species associated with important arthropod food resources. Design planting layouts to maximize water availability by allocating a portion of the plantings to more mesic sites, such as ravines, at the bottom of slopes, and on northerly and easterly aspects. Control invasive nonnative plants to =20% absolute cover to reduce competition with native plants for water and light.
|
some occurrences are in progress |
Otay River Valley Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration and Enhancement , Salt Creek Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration Project |
IMP-2 |
Implement management actions, as needed, to reduce anthropogenic predation on wrens and their nests in fragmented habitats bordered by development where wrens are vulnerable to predation by cats, Cooper's hawks, corvids and other human-subsidized predators. Actions could include removing selected trees within or bordering cactus scrub that provide hunting, roosting, and nesting perches for hawks and corvids and avoiding cactus scrub restoration in areas where the terrain and location make wrens especially vulnerable to predation. Other measures could involve humanely removing feral cats from Conserved Lands and providing educational material and signage encouraging neighboring homeowners to keep their cats indoors so that wrens are protected and cats are safe from predation by wild animals, such as coyotes. |
some occurrences are in progress |
Otay River Valley Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration and Enhancement , Salt Creek Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration Project |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =3 High Priority Management Actions Implemented from the 2015 South San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-MGTPL CAMBRU-2
Management units: 2, 3, 4
From 2017-2021, collect data on the effectiveness of implementing high priority management actions from the 2015 South San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan. In 2021, compile data from all restoration projects and determine the effectiveness of cumulative management actions for the combined Otay and San Diego/El Cajon genetic clusters (see occurrence table) in south San Diego County. These results will be used in 2022 to update management recommendations and success criteria for the South San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Collect vegetation data to document success of cactus scrub restoration projects. This can include monitoring the height, diameter and survival of planted cactus and the composition and percent cover of native and nonnative shrubs, forbs and grasses. Document wren use of restored cactus scrub. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit restoration and enhancement project metadata, management datasets, and reports to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
IMP-3 |
Conduct a meta-analysis of habitat restoration data and cactus wren population survey data to determine whether short-term success criteria have been achieved for habitat restoration actions and for wren populations in south San Diego County. Based upon these results, prepare recommendations for the 2022-2031 management strategy for coastal cactus wren. These broad recommendations can be used in 2022 to update the South San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan with the next set of success criteria and specific, prioritized management actions. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-4 |
Submit cactus wren habitat restoration and population meta-analysis datasets, results, and management strategy recommendations for south San Diego County to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Success Criteria 2013-2021: Restore =70 Acres of High Quality Cactus Scrub and Increase the Combined Otay and San Diego/El Cajon Genetic Clusters to =75 Territories on C |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-SURV-SPEC CAMBRU-3
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6
From 2017 to 2021, use a standardized protocol to survey for cactus wrens to determine territory, pairing and banding status and collect habitat covariate data in cactus scrub habitats on Conserved Lands in the Otay and San Diego/El Cajon genetic clusters (see occurrence table). In 2018 and 2021, expand surveys to include the San Pasqual Valley/Lake Hodges genetic cluster.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Conduct 2 rounds of protocol surveys each year for coastal cactus wrens in mapped cactus at long term monitoring sites and expand monitoring sites, as needed, to include restoration sites and newly conserved cactus scrub. Use standardized protocols to document the number of wrens observed, age, sex, pairing and nesting status, and color band combinations, and to assess habitat for shrub overgrowth and crowding, invasive plants, unhealthy or dead cactus, and dominant shrub and cactus species. Update cactus mapping at restored and newly conserved sites. |
in progress |
|
SURV-2 |
In conjunction with the Coastal Cactus Wren Demography, Vegetation and Arthropod Study, focus on collecting banding status data to better understand cactus wren population dynamics, adult and juvenile survival, and dispersal capabilities in south San Diego County. |
unknown |
|
SURV-3 |
Submit project metadata, cactus wren survey and habitat assessment datasets, analyses and survey reports to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Cactus Wren Surveys and Habitat Assessments Completed 2017-2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SO
MON-RES-SPEC CAMBRU-4
Management units: 2, 3, 4
From 2017 to 2019, continue the Coastal Cactus Wren Demography, Vegetation and Arthropod Study begun in 2015 to investigate relationships between habitat quality and wren reproduction, dispersal and survival in the Otay and San Diego/El Cajon genetic clusters (see occurrence table). Habitat quality is measured at the territory scale and characterized by vegetation attributes, arthropod community composition, nestling diet, and potential availability of arthropod prey based on plant associations. Use the results to develop specific restoration recommendations to enhance habitat suitability and food resources important to cactus wren reproduction and survival.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Capture, uniquely color band, and monitor cactus wrens regularly during the breeding season to collect data on territory and breeding status, nesting phenology, nest fate, number of eggs/nestlings/fledglings per nest, and annual productivity, dispersal and survival. Measure habitat quality at each territory by characterizing the vegetation and by sampling arthropod communities associated with bare ground and 8 plant species common to cactus scrub. Determine nestling diets by collecting fecal samples during banding and using DNA barcoding methods to identify the arthropod taxa fed to nestlings. |
in progress |
|
RES-2 |
Identify arthropods important in the diet of nestling cactus wrens based on a DNA barcoding identification of arthropods in fecal samples obtained from the south San Diego County study, from the results of a similar study in Orange County, and from a literature search of adult and nestling cactus wren diets across their range. Evaluate the occurrence of arthropod taxa important to wren diets in association with 8 specific plant species and bare ground to determine those habitat attributes in cactus scrub that provide significant food resources for cactus wrens. Analyze wren reproductive parameters in relation to expected arthropod food availability based on the habitat attributes of each territory. Use the results to develop specific management recommendations for plant restoration palettes and for restoring the composition and cover of plants and bare ground that enhance food availablity for wrens. Determine how plants might be situated in the landscape to enhance arthropod food availability during droughts, such as planting a portion of plants in more mesic sites in ravines, at the bottom of slopes and on northerly and easterly aspects. |
in progress |
|
RES-3 |
Project metadata, datasets, analyses, and report with specific management recommendations will be submitted to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Coastal Cactus Wren Demography, Vegetation and Arthropod Study and Report with Management Recommendations Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SO
MON-RES-GEN CAMBRU-5
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6
From 2017-2019, in conjunction with standardized surveys and with banding activities for the Coastal Cactus Wren Demography, Vegetation and Arthropod Study, collect feather or blood samples from nestling and adult cactus wren at sites where wrens were sampled in 2011-2012 for the Southern California Cactus Wren Genetics Study (Barr et al. 2013, 2015). Determine if genetic diversity and effective population size have changed in the Otay, San Diego/El Cajon, and San Pasqual genetic clusters (see occurrence table) and evaluate whether there are potential threats to long-term population sustainability from inbreeding. Based on these results, prepare specific recommendations for managing gene flow and/or population expansion to enhance genetic diversity and effective population size.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Collaborate with the Natural Community Coalition to repeat the 2012 Southern California Coastal Cactus Wren Genetics Study (Barr et al. 2013, 2015) for the Coastal Orange County-Camp Pendleton, San Diego/El Cajon, Otay, and San Pasqual genetic clusters. Evaluate whether the clusters with low effective population sizes and potential inbreeding have changed their levels of genetic diversity in the intervening 6 years with management to increase cactus scrub and improve connectivity, from translocating wrens between genetic clusters, or from population declines during a long and intense drought. |
in progress |
|
RES-2 |
Analyze genetic and reproduction data from Orange County and San Diego County studies to determine if reproduction may be adversely affected by inbreeding or low genetic diversity. If lack of genetic diversity and inbreeding show signs of depressing productivity, then evaluate and prioritize specific management recommendations to increase gene flow, such as switching eggs or translocating individuals between genetic clusters over the short term and restoring habitat to expand populations and improve connectivity within and between genetic clusters over the long term. |
in progress |
|
RES-3 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses, and report with specific management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Genetic Study Completed and Report Submitted by 2020 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
PRE
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-NUR CAMBRU-6
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6
From 2017-2021, continue operation of the North San Diego County Cactus Nursery and support a South San Diego County Cactus Nursery to supply cactus to land managers to enhance, restore and create coastal cactus wren habitat. Grow cactus pads, segments and entire plants sufficient for restoration projects to expand and enhance cactus scrub habitat and as a source of plants for immediate habitat rehabilitation following severe wildfire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement BMPs when harvesting and growing cactus at a nursery in preparation for transplant into natural lands for cactus restoration projects and to provide an emergency source of cactus following wildfire. |
some occurrences are in progress |
North County Cactus Nursery and Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration (2015-2018) |
IMP-2 |
Grow and supply cactus pads, segments, and entire plants from locally harvested native cactus with a composition of species reflecting what naturally occurs in each geographic area. The North County Cactus Nursery should cactus to projects in MUs 6 and 8 and those areas in MU 4 dominated by prickly pear cactus. The South County Cactus Nursery should supply cactus to MUs 2 and 3 and to those areas in MU 4 dominated by coast cholla. The amount of cactus produced will be determined periodically based upon: management recommendations from the 2015 South San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan; from ICR's Restoration Analyses for the San Pasqual Valley and Lake Hodges; an evaluation of planned and ongoing cactus restoration projects; and an assessment of cactus needed to be kept in reserve for future post-fire rehabilitation efforts. |
some occurrences are in progress |
North County Cactus Nursery and Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration (2015-2018) |
IMP-3 |
Submit project metadata, nursery plans, and reports with information on harvesting, growing and distributing cactus for restoration projects to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
North County Cactus Nursery and Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration (2015-2018) |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Cactus Nurseries Established in North and South San Diego County to Provide Sufficient Cactus for Restoration and PostFire Rehabilitation |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IEX CAMBRU-7
Management units: 5, 6
In 2017-2021, continue supporting restoration of cactus scrub based upon ICR's Restoration Analyses for the San Pasqual Valley/Lake Hodges coastal cactus wren genetic cluster (see occurrence table) to: rehabilitate cactus scrub destroyed or degraded by the 2007 Witch Fire; to expand occurrences, particularly adjacent to Lake Hodges; to improve connectivity within the genetic cluster; and as needed, to manage high risk of anthropogenic predation of adults and nestlings.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Following best practices, design cactus scrub enhancement and restoration projects to provide high quality nesting and foraging habitat with large patches of cacti >1 m tall in a mosaic of open scrub that provides sufficient food resources for reproduction and survival, especially during drought years when arthropod food resources are limiting. As they become available, incoporate the results from the Cactus Wren Demography, Foraging and Arthropod Study to create restoration palettes that favor plant species associated wtih important wren food resources. Design planting layouts to maximize water availability by allocating a portion of the plantings to more mesic sites, such as ravines, at the bottom of slopes, and on northerly and easterly aspects. Control invasive nonnative plants to =20% absolute cover to reduce competition with native plants for water and light.
|
in progress |
Hodges Reservoir-Bernardo Bay Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration Grant Project |
IMP-2 |
Implement management actions, as needed, to reduce anthropogenic predation on wrens and their nests in fragmented habitats bordered by development where wrens are vulnerable to predation by cats, Cooper's hawks, corvids and other human-subsidized predators. Actions could include removing selected trees within or bordering cactus scrub that provide hunting, roosting, and nesting perches for hawks and corvids and avoiding cactus scrub restoration in areas where the terrain and location make wrens especially vulnerable to predation. Other measures could involve humanely removing feral cats from Conserved Lands and providing educational material and signage encouraging neighboring homeowners to keep their cats indoors so that wrens are protected and cats are safe from predation by wild animals, such as coyotes. |
in progress |
Hodges Reservoir-Bernardo Bay Cactus Wren Habitat Restoration Grant Project |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =2 High Priority Management Actions Implemented from ICR's Restoration Analyses for the San Pasqual Valley and Lake Hodges |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-MGTPL CAMBRU-8
Management units: 5, 6
From 2017-2021, collect data on the effectiveness of implementing high priority management actions to restore cactus scrub to expand coastal cactus wren populations and enhance connectivity within the San Pasqual Valley/Lake Hodges genetic cluster (see occurrence table). In 2021, compile data from all restoration projects and determine the effectiveness of cumulative management actions for north San Diego County. Use these results to develop a management strategy that will provide the basis for preparing a North County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan in 2022.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Collect vegetation data to document success of cactus scrub restoration projects. This can include monitoring the height, diameter and survival of planted cactus and the composition and percent cover of native and nonnative shrubs, forbs and grasses. Document wren use of restored cactus scrub. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit restoration and enhancement project metadata, management datasets, and reports to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-3 |
Conduct a meta-analysis of habitat restoration data and cactus wren population survey data to determine whether short-term success criteria have been achieved for habitat restoration actions and for wren populations in north San Diego County. Based upon these results, prepare recommendations for a 2022-2031 management strategy for coastal cactus wren. These broad recommendations can be used in 2022 to prepare a North San Diego County Coastal Cactus Wren Habitat Conservation and Management Plan with specific, prioritized management actions. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-4 |
Submit cactus wren habitat restoration and population meta-analysis datasets, results, and management strategy recommendations for north San Diego County to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Success Criteria 2013-2021: Restore =75 Acres of High Quality Cactus Scrub and Increase the San Pasqual Valley/Lake Hodges Genetic Cluster to =90 Territories on Conserve |
2021 |
regional and/or local
PRE
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-FMGT CAMBRU-9
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Implement prefire management to reduce potential severity and impacts from future fire at prioritized cactus wren occurrences and habitats most at risk from wildfire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement management actions to reduce severity of potential fires through opening up dense cactus scrub habitats by trimming and thinning shrubs to maintain open scrub, maintaining bare ground buffers around large intact cactus patches, and by reducing nonnative grasses and herbs that can carry wildfire into cactus patches. Design management actions to avoid significant impacts to CSS vegetation or to other MSP species. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
As opportunities arise, implement management actions to reduce potential fire impacts in conjunction with other ongoing enhancement and restoration projects for cactus wrens. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit project metadata and management actions to the MSP Web Portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, Implement =1 Management Action to Reduce Impacts from Future Fire at Prioritized Wren Occurrences |
2021 |
regional and/or local
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-FMGT CAMBRU-10
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
For at least the first 3 years following a wildfire, use a standardized survey protocol to determine the status of coastal cactus wren occurrences affected by the wildfire. Use a standardized postfire protocol to collect vegetation and other covariates important in characterizing postfire cactus scrub habitat recovery. Collect habitat recovery data at unoccupied cactus scrub sites that are important for enhancing connectivity or for future population expansion. Identify and prioritize management actions to recover wren populations and important cactus scrub habitat patches.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Prepare postfire habitat monitoring protocols and sampling design to determine the status of coastal cactus wrens and characterize cactus scrub recovery following wildfire. Use the monitoring results to identify management actions to ensure postfire recovery of high quality cactus scrub at occupied cactus wren sites and at unoccupied cactus scrub sites important for wren population expansion and connectivity within and between genetic clusters. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, cactus wren postfire survey and habitat monitoring data, annual reports with management recommendations, and a final report documenting project methods and results to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 3 Years of Postfire Monitoring of Cactus Wrens and Habitats with Annual Management Recommendations |
2021 |
regional and/or local
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-FMGT CAMBRU-11
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
For at least the first 3 years following a wildfire, implement management actions identified by postfire monitoring as necessary to protect and rehabilitate high quality cactus scrub to allow for recovery of coastal cactus wren occurrences affected by the wildfire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement management actions to restore cactus scrub habitat destroyed by wildfire. These management actions may include planting large >1m cactus to create nesting and roosting habitat for immediate postfire use by cactus wrens, planting pads and segments to improve habitat over the longer term, and to seed or plant native shrubs and forbs as needed to enhance habitat suitability and increase available arthropod food resources (use recommendations from the Coastal Cactus Wren Demography, Vegetation and Arthropod Study). Control invasive nonnative plants to =20% absolute cover to reduce postfire invasion of nonnative plants and to allow postfire recovery of native plants by reducing competition for water and light. Control erosion and human use impacts while habitat is recoverying. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management actions to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 3 Years of Postfire Management in Priority Cactus Wren Habitats |
2021 |
Western snowy plover Charadrius nivosus nivosus
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long term (>100 years). ​
regional
NFO
2018, 2019
SL
MGT-RSUP-MGT CHANIV-1
Management units: 1, 7
In 2018 and 2019, coordinate with land managers and the wildlife agencies to determine if there are gaps in monitoring and/or management that could use regional support and to develop joint management recommendations.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Hold meetings with land managers and the wildlife agencies to identify any management and/or monitoring gaps that could use regional support and to develop joint management recommendations. |
|
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Gaps Identified and Recommendations Created in Coordination with Land Managers and Wildlife Agencies |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MONPL CHANIV-2
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017 to 2021, continue the existing survey efforts for western snowy plover implemented by the wildlife agencies and military.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to the MSP web portal. |
|
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Western Snowy Plover Surveys and Reports Completed Annually |
2021 |
chaparral
Goal: Maintain, enhance and restore chaparral on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF species (i.e., Del Mar manzanita, felt-leaved monardella, Lakeside ceanothus, Nuttall's scrub oak, Otay manzanita, Rainbow manzanita, wart-stemmed ceanothus, California newt, Bell's sage sparrow) and to incidentally benefit a diverse array of other species (e.g., Encinitas baccharis, Jennifer's monardella, Orcutt's hazardia, mountain lion) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity, catastrophic disturbances and threats, such as very large wildfires and prolonged droughts, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
MON-PRP-MONPL CHAPAR-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, prepare a long-term monitoring plan for the mosaic of chaparral, coastal sage scrub and grassland vegetation communities that focuses on tracking community composition, structure and ecological integrity over time in relation to climate (i.e., drought) and disturbance from fire. The monitoring plan should include a conceptual model, specific monitoring questions, the sampling frame within the MSPA, monitoring methods, a statistically valid sampling design, permanent sampling locations, timeline, and standardized protocols. Use the landscape-scale ecological integrity classification map to develop a sampling frame and the sampling design with permanent sampling plots spanning north to south and east to west environmental gradients across the MSPA. Evaluate how the vegetation integrity classes characterize other aspects of the ecosystem by integrating other types of monitoring into the long-term sampling plots, such as abiotic element monitoring (e.g., automated weather stations and soil sensors, GIS-data layers), ecological integrity monitoring (e.g., plant and animal communities, ecological processes), MSP VF species monitoring, and threats monitoring (e.g., fire, climate change, invasive plants). A draft monitoring plan should be prepared in 2017, tested in the field with a pilot study in 2018, and finalized by 2019.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Establish a vegetation monitoring working group of scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, and other stakeholders to participate in developing the vegetation monitoring plan. The group should also include interested parties from outside the MSPA, such as representatives from other multiple species plans in Orange and Riverside Counties and from San Diego County military bases, to create a regional monitoring program with greater efficiencies in effort and a broader inference across southern California. |
In progress |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses, and Chaparral, Grassland and Coastal Sage Scrub Vegetation Monitoring Plan to the MSP web portal |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan completed by 2019 |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-DEV-MAP CHAPAR-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, develop a landscape-scale map classifying ecological integrity of shrublands across the MSPA based upon shrub cover and density and invasive nonnative annual grasses using remote imagery (e.g., satellite and high resolution aerial imagery, LIDAR) and vegetation data collected during 2015-2016 California gnatcatcher regional and postfire monitoring. Verify and revise the mapping as needed using field data collected in 2018-2020 as part of the Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Program and from related VF species monitoring (e.g., California gnatcatcher regional and postfire monitoring). Revise the integrity classification map as needed to respond to changes in vegetation based upon wildfires, drought or other large-scale disturbances.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Ecological Integrity Map created in 2017 and updated as needed 2018-2021 |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-MONPL CHAPAR-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2018, conduct pilot monitoring to collect data and develop any recommendations for finalizing the vegetation monitoring plan. In 2019 to 2021, implement the final Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and reports to the MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan implemented 2018-2021 |
2021 |
Salt marsh bird's-beak Chloropyron maritimum ssp. maritimum
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing salt marsh bird's-beak occurrences and create salt marsh to establish new occurrences to reduce risk of population loss to rising sea levels and to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in salt marsh vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG CHLMAR-1
Management units: 1
Beginning in 2017, annually inspect salt marsh bird's-beak occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG CHLMAR-2
Management units: 1
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring at salt marsh bird's-beak occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-SBPL CHLMAR-6
Management units: 1
From 2017-2019, collect salt marsh bird's-beak seed for conservation banking. In 2019, begin implementing high priority actions for salt marsh bird's-beak from the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to collect and store seeds at a permanent seed bank and to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new occurrences.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2022, =2 Highest Priority Actions Implemented for Salt Marsh Bird's-beak from the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019
SL
MGT-PRP-MGTPL CHLMAR-7
Management units: 1
In 2018, begin preparing a salt marsh bird's-beak section in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan that prioritizes management actions to maintain and enhance large occurrences, enhance and expand at least 3 small occurrences, and establish at least 1 new occurrence on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Management actions should be based upon an assessment of data on occurrence status, habitat and threats and include recommendations for creating salt marsh habitat and establishing new occurrences in response to a projected rise in sea level and for re-establishing historic occurrences as necessary for gene flow and long term persistence. Include recommendations from the 2017 genetics study, MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan, relevant best management practices (BMPs), and for monitoring the effectiveness of management actions.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for the salt marsh bird's-beak section in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-2 |
Develop a conceptual model that identifies management actions to effectively reduce threats to salt marsh bird's-beak occurrences. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-3 |
Prioritize occurrences for management based upon an assessment of occurrence status, the potential for management to significantly reduce identified threats, and the availability of adjacent suitable habitat for occurrence expansion. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-4 |
Develop an implementation plan for salt marsh bird's-beak that prioritizes management actions for the next 5 years and details tasks, lead entities, responsibilities, and timelines, budgets. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-5 |
Submit project metadata and MSP Rare Plant Management Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2019, Completed Salt Marsh Bird's-beak Section in MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL CHLMAR-8
Management units: 1
In 2019, begin implementing highest priority management actions identified for salt marsh bird's-beak in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2022, =2 High Priority Management Actions Implemented for Salt Marsh Bird's-beak from the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL CHLMAR-9
Management units: 1
In 2019, begin monitoring effectiveness of implementation of highest priority management actions identified in the salt marsh bird's-beak section in the MSPRare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management effectiveness datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
Orcutt's spineflower Chorizanthe orcuttiana
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Orcutt's spineflower occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG CHOORC-1
Management units: 6, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct annual surveys of all Orcutt's spineflower.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG CHOORC-2
Management units: 6, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring at Orcutt's spineflower occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
in progress |
Otay Mesa Rare Plants |
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
Otay Mesa Rare Plants |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SL
MGT-PRP-SBPL CHOORC-5
Management units: 6, 7
In 2019, begin preparing a section for Orcutt's spineflower in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to preserve genetic diversity and rescue occurrences in case of catastrophic disturbance. The plan should incorporate best science and management practices (Wall 2009, KEW 2016) and recommendations from the 2014 genetic study to provide guidance for collecting and storing seeds over the long term at a permanent, established conservation seed bank (e.g., Institute for Conservation Research Native Plant Seed Bank, Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden Seed Conservation Program) and for providing a source of seeds for management purposes. The plan should include recommendations for: collecting and storing seeds for conservation banking; management oriented research; rescuing occurrences after catastrophic disturbances; and seed bulking and out-planting to augment extant occurrences or to establish new occurrences with consideration of genetic implications for population sustainability.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for the Orcutt's spineflower section in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan. |
On hold |
|
PRP-2 |
Prepare a seed collection plan to collect seeds over multiple years, collect seeds several times within a season, accumulate seeds across populations, and to sample among habitats and ecological niches. Include guidelines for collecting and storing seeds along maternal lines from small occurrences (<1,000 plants) and to provide propagules to be used in management experiments, enhancement of existing occurrences, and establishment of new occurrences. |
On hold |
|
PRP-3 |
The seed collection plan should include guidelines for collecting seeds from occurrences of sufficient size to accommodate harvest and based on genetic studies as available. Include provisions for collecting seed from unconserved populations planned for development. |
On hold |
|
PRP-4 |
Include protocols and guidelines for collecting voucher specimens and submitting to the San Diego Natural History Museum (McEachern et al. 2007). |
On hold |
|
PRP-5 |
Include guidelines for testing seeds for viability and to obtain information on dormancy and germination rates. |
On hold |
|
PRP-6 |
Submit project metadata and MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2020, Completed Section for Orcutt's Spineflower in MSP Seed Collection Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019
SL
MGT-PRP-MGTPL CHOORC-7
Management units: 6, 7
In 2019, begin preparing a section for Orcutt's spineflower in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan to maintain large occurrences (>1,000 plants) and expand at least 3 small occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) based upon an assessment of data on occurrence status, habitat and threats. Minimum criteria for enhancement are to reduce invasive annual nonnative plants and thatch to less than 20% absolute cover within the occurrence
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for Orcutt's spineflower in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan. |
on hold |
|
PRP-2 |
Develop a conceptual model that identifies management actions to effectively reduce threats to Orcutt's spineflower occurrences. |
on hold |
|
PRP-3 |
Prioritize occurrences for management based upon an assessment of occurrence status, the potential for management to significantly reduce identified threats, and the availability of adjacent suitable habitat for occurrence expansion. |
on hold |
|
PRP-4 |
Develop an implementation plan for Orcutt's spineflower that prioritizes management actions for the next 5 years and details tasks, lead entities, responsibilities, and timelines, budgets. |
on hold |
|
PRP-5 |
Submit project metadata and MSP Rare Plant Management Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2020, Completed Section for Orcutt's Spineflower in MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Northern harrier Circus cyaneus
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore northern harrier occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2019
SO
MON-SURV-SPEC CIRCYA-1
Management units: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
In 2019, conduct a survey for northern harrier and other associated raptors to document the harrier's current distribution and abundance and to assess habitat and threats at survey sites. Prepare site-specific management recommendations based on survey results and habitat assessments.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Northern Harrier Surveys and Reports Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG CIRCYA-2
Management units: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
From 2017 to 2021, annually inspect the existing nesting occurrences of northern harrier, taking precautions to avoid disturbance, to identify necessary management actions in order to support the expansion of the occurrence to self sustaining levels.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct regional IMG monitoring protocol survey locations and habitat, assess status, and quantify potential threats. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Based upon threat evaluation, determine if routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with management recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG CIRCYA-3
Management units: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
From 2017-2021, perform routine management activities such as protecting nesting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform management activities protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
San Miguel savory Clinopodium chandleri
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing San Miguel savory occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral, coastal sage scrub and oak woodland vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG CLICHA-2
Management units: 3, 4
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring in 2016, 2018, and 2020 at San Miguel savory occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit monitoring and management data to the SC-MTX website portal. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit monitoring and management data to the SC-MTX website portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SL
MGT-PRP-SBPL CLICHA-3
Management units: 3, 4
In 2019, begin preparing a San Miguel savory section in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan that incorporates best science and management practices (Wall 2009, KEW 2016) to preserve genetic diversity and rescue occurrences in case of catastrophic disturbance. The plan should include recommendations to collect and store seeds over the long term at a permanent, established conservation seed bank (e.g., Institute for Conservation Research Native Plant Seed Bank, Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden Seed Conservation Program) and for providing a source of seeds for management purposes. The plan should include recommendations for: collecting and storing seeds for conservation banking; management oriented research; rescuing occurrences after catastrophic disturbances; and seed bulking and out-planting to augment extant occurrences or to establish new occurrences with consideration of genetic implications for population sustainability.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for the San Miguel savory section in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan. |
On hold |
|
PRP-2 |
Prepare the seed collection plan to include recommendations to collect seeds over multiple years and several times within a season, accumulate seeds across populations, and to sample among habitats and ecological niches. Include guidelines for collecting and storing seeds along maternal lines and to provide propagules to be used in management experiments, enhancement of existing occurrences, and establishment of new occurrences. |
On hold |
|
PRP-3 |
The seed collection plan should have guidelines for collecting seeds from occurrences of sufficient size to accommodate harvest. Include provisions for collecting seed from unconserved populations planned for development. |
On hold |
|
PRP-4 |
Include protocols and guidelines for collecting voucher specimens and submitting to the San Diego Natural History Museum (McEachern et al. 2007). |
On hold |
|
PRP-5 |
Include guidelines for testing seeds for viability and to obtain information on dormancy and germination rates. |
On hold |
|
PRP-6 |
Submit project metadata and the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2020, Completed San Miguel Savory Section in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020
SL
MGT-PRP-MGTPL CLICHA-5
Management units: 3, 4
In 2019, begin preparing a San Miguel savory section in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan that prioritizes management actions to enhance at least 3 occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) based upon an assessment of data on occurrence status, habitat and threats. Prepare prioritized management recommendations for re-establishment of historic occurrences or establishment of new occurrences in suitable habitat, if determined to be necessary for gene flow and population persistence. Minimum criteria for enhancement are to reduce invasive annual nonnative plants and thatch to less than 20% absolute cover within the occurrence.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for the San Miguel savory section in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan. |
on hold |
|
PRP-2 |
Develop a conceptual model that identifies management actions to effectively reduce threats to San Miguel savory occurrences. |
on hold |
|
PRP-3 |
Prioritize occurrences for management based upon an assessment of occurrence status, the potential for management to significantly reduce identified threats, and the availability of adjacent suitable habitat for occurrence expansion. |
on hold |
|
PRP-4 |
Develop an implementation plan for San Miguel savory that prioritizes management actions for the next 5 years and details tasks, lead entities, responsibilities, and timelines, budgets. |
on hold |
|
PRP-5 |
Submit project metadata and MSP Rare Plant Management Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2020, Completed San Miguel Savory Section in MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Climate change
Goal: The climate change management goal for the MSPA is to maintain and enhance the long-term ecological integrity, resilience and viability of ecosystems, MSP species, and vegetation communities on Conserved Lands and to facilitate range shifts in species and vegetation communities as necessary for long term persistence in the region.
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-DEV-MODL CLICHN-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, begin developing habitat suitability models for plant and animals species and vegetation communities under current and future climate change scenarios. Extend the modeling to consider the influence of other types of threats, such as changing fire regimes, land use and invasive species. Evaluate potential future conditions across the MSPA to identify where species and vegetation communities may be expected to persist, where they may shift in response to changing environmental conditions, and where threats may be greatest. Identify climate refugia and areas where climate change impacts may be the greatest. Obtain sea level modeling models and maps to incorporate into coastal climate change evaluations. The results of these modeling efforts will be considered in developing species and vegetation monitoring and management plans.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
DEV-1 |
Submit project metadata, modeling data, model predictions and reports to MSP Web Portal |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Complete climate change models for =10 MSP species by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2018, 2019
MON-IMP-WSTA CLICHN-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2018, design and start assembling a network of automated remote sensing weather stations and soil moisture/temperature sensors on Conserved Lands across the MSPA. Prioritize establishing weather and soil monitoring stations at permanent long-term vegetation monitoring plots.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Establish a working group of land owners, land managers, wildlife agencies, scientists and other stakeholders to design and integate existing and planned weather stations into a monitoring network across the MSPA. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and remotes sensing weather station and soil probe data to the MSP web portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Weather and Soil Station Network designed and =5 new stations established |
2021 |
coastal sage scrub
Goal: Maintain, enhance and restore coastal sage scrub on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF species (i.e., cliff spurge, Palmer's goldenbush, San Diego barrel cactus, snake cholla, Blaineville's horned lizard, California gnatcatcher, San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit) and to incidentally benefit a diverse array of other species (e.g., San Diego thornmint, Hermes copper, Quino checkerspot, coastal cactus wren) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity, catastrophic disturbances and threats, such as very large wildfires, invasive plants and prolonged drought, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
MON-PRP-MONPL COSASC-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, prepare a long-term monitoring plan for the mosaic of chaparral, coastal sage scrub and grassland vegetation communities that focuses on tracking community composition, structure and ecological integrity over time in relation to climate (i.e., drought) and disturbance from fire. The monitoring plan should include a conceptual model, specific monitoring questions, the sampling frame within the MSPA, monitoring methods, a statistically valid sampling design, permanent sampling locations, timeline, and standardized protocols. Use the landscape-scale ecological integrity classification map to develop a sampling frame and the sampling design with permanent sampling plots spanning north to south and east to west environmental gradients across the MSPA. Evaluate how the vegetation integrity classes characterize other aspects of the ecosystem by integrating other types of monitoring into the long-term sampling plots, such as abiotic element monitoring (e.g., automated weather stations and soil sensors, GIS-data layers), ecological integrity monitoring (e.g., plant and animal communities, ecological processes), MSP VF species monitoring, and threats monitoring (e.g., fire, climate change, invasive plants). A draft monitoring plan should be prepared in 2017, tested in the field with a pilot study in 2018, and finalized by 2019.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Establish a vegetation monitoring working group of scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, and other stakeholders to participate in developing the vegetation monitoring plan. The group should also include interested parties from outside the MSPA, such as representatives from other multiple species plans in Orange and Riverside Counties and from San Diego County military bases, to create a regional monitoring program with greater efficiencies in effort and a broader inference across southern California. |
In progress |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses, and Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub, and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan to the MSP web portal |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan completed by 2019 |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-DEV-MAP COSASC-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, develop a landscape-scale map classifying ecological integrity of shrublands across the MSPA based upon shrub cover and density and invasive nonnative annual grasses using remote imagery (e.g., satellite and high resolution aerial imagery, LIDAR) and vegetation data collected during 2015-2016 California gnatcatcher regional and postfire monitoring. Verify and revise the mapping as needed using field data collected in 2018-2020 as part of the Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Monitoring Program and from related VF species monitoring (e.g., California gnatcatcher regional and postfire monitoring). Revise the integrity classification map as needed to respond to changes in vegetation based upon wildfires, drought or other large-scale disturbances.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Ecological Integrity Map created in 2017 and updated as needed 2018-2021 |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-MONPL COSASC-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2018, conduct pilot monitoring to collect data and develop any recommendations for finalizing the monitoring plan. From 2019 to 2021, implement the final Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and reports to the MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan implemented 2018-2021 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020
MGT-PRP-BMPPL COSASC-4
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, prepare a plan to test the use of grazing, prescribed fire and other methods of landscape-scale control of invasive grasses and forbs in grassland and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities as BMPs to promote MSP species, native plants and animals, and natural ecosystem processes. The plan should determine the effects of different techniques on natural resources at 200 acre treatment areas at 3 different sites in the MSPA. Development of the study plan's experimental approach should include a review of the literature on the effects of grazing, prescribed fire, and other methods of invasive plant control on coastal sage scrub and grassland ecosystems to develop a conceptual model for management and monitoring. The plan should detail how to test different plant control methods over at least 3 years and should include the specific monitoring questions, objectives, and monitoring targets, a statistically valid experimental design with monitoring methods, sampling locations, and standardized protocols. The plan should include annual monitoring to determine the benefits and impacts of each method on natural resources and to track financial costs, logistics and sustainability of invasive plant control.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Work with land managers, wildlife agencies, and scientists to determine: methods of landscape-scale invasive plant control to test in coastal sage scrub and grassland ecosystems; locations for testing methods; monitoring targets including MSP species, native plant and animal taxa, and ecological processes; and review of results and development of long-term management and monitoring methods. See COSASC-5 actions for additional information to include in the plan. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Plan to Test Landscape-scale Invasive Plant Control of Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Ecosystems Completed in 2020 |
2021 |
Otay tarplant Deinandra conjugens
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Otay tarplant occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in native and non native grassland vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MON-IMP-IMG DEICON-1
Management units: 3
In 2017, begin annual inspections of extant occurrences of Otay tarplant on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record spatial extent, estimate abundance, and collect habitat and threat covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine if routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP web portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IMG DEICON-2
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the annual IMG monitoring at Otay tarplant occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) . Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities as needed, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring and management recommendations to the MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IEX DEICON-5
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2018, and continuing for 3 years at the 3 Otay tarplant restoration sites initiated under the South County Grasslands project, use BMPs to maintain the maximum occupied extent and a surrounding buffer area equal to 25% of this extent by preventing ground disturbance and reducing nonnative plants and thatch to less than 20% total cover and thatch to <5 cm tall.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct invasive plant control annually using BMPs until success criteria are met and then as needed thereafter. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, 3 Otay Tarplant Occurrences Enhanced/Established and Reports Submitted |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-MGTPL DEICON-7
Management units: 3
In 2019, begin implementation of highest priority management actions for Otay tarplant identified in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata and management datasets, report to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2023, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented for Otay tarplant from the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MON-IMP-MGTPL DEICON-8
Management units: 3
In 2019, begin monitoring the effectiveness of implementation of highest priority management actions identified in the Otay tarplant section in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management effectiveness datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-SBPL DEICON-10
Management units: 3
In 2019, begin implementing the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan for Otay tarplant to collect and store seeds at a permanent seed bank and to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Bulk seed at a qualified facility for enhancement, expansion, establishment or transplantation projects using seed from genetically appropriate donor accessions in the propagation seed bank collection. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Maintain records for collected seed to document donor and receptor sites, collection dates and amounts. Submit seed collection, storage and bulking data to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2023, > 1 Highest Priority Action Implemented for Otay Tarplant from the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
Orcutt's birds-beak Dicranostegia orcuttiana
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Orcutt's bird's-beak occurrences and establish new occurrences, as needed, to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG DICORC-1
Management units: 1, 3
From 2017 to 2021, inspect Orcutt's bird's-beak occurrences annually on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG DICORC-2
Management units: 1, 3
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at Orcutt's bird's-beak occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SL
MON-SURV-SPEC DICORC-4
Management units: 1, 3
In 2019, survey historic Orcutt's bird's-beak locations to determine occurrence status; survey and delineate potentially suitable habitat for new occurrences; survey existing occurrences to identify the potential for enhancement and expansion; and at all sites collect data on occurrence status, habitat and threats and determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
At each extant occurrence, map the extent of the occurrence, collect data on abundance, map adjacent suitable habitat for potential occurrence expansion, collect covariate data on threats including estimates of cover of invasive non-native plants and trampling. |
On hold |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, habitat mapping, occurrence status, habitat and threats assessments, management recommendations, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys and Report Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SL
MGT-IMP-IEX DICORC-5
Management units: 3
From 2017 to 2019, enhance Orcutt's bird's-beak at the Cal Terraces/Dennery Canyon occurrence (see occurrence table). Invasive plant control should be conducted using BMPs so that invasive plants are reduced to less than or equal to 20% absolute cover within the occurrence’s occupied extent and adjacent suitable habitat.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct invasive plant control and distribute seed to enhance Orcutt's bird's-beak occurrence. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Implement seed augmentation using seed collected and bulked by San Diego Zoo's Institute for Conservation Research. |
in progress |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2019, Orcutt's Bird's-beak Occurrence Enhanced and Report Submitted |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-SBPL DICORC-7
Management units: 1, 3
From 2017-2019, collect Orcutt's bird's-beak seed for conservation banking and bulk seed for enhancing and expanding the Cal Terraces/Dennery Canyon occurrence (see occurrence table). In 2021, begin implementing high priority actions for Orcutt's bird's-beak in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to collect and store seeds at a permanent seed bank and to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new occurrences.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2025, =1 Highest Priority Action Implemented for Orcutt'sBird's-beak from the MSP Seed Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
Stephens' kangaroo rat Dipodomys stephensi
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore Stephens’ kangaroo rat occupied habitat and historically occupied habitat and the landscape connections between them to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG DIPSTE-1
Management units: 5, 9
Inspect extant Stephens’ kangaroo rat occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed in 2018 with Management Recommendations |
2018 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG DIPSTE-2
Management units: 5, 9
Conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring at Stephens' kangaroo rat occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
|
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
|
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Blochman's dudleya Dudleya blochmaniae
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Blochman's dudleya occurrences and re-establish historic occurrences, as needed, to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG DUDBLO-1
Management units: 1, 6
From 2017-2021, inspect Blochman's dudleya occurrences annually on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the IMG regional monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Surveys Completed with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG DUDBLO-2
Management units: 1, 6
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at Blochman's dudleya occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities as needed, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SL
MON-SURV-SPEC DUDBLO-3
Management units: 1, 2, 6, 7
In 2019, survey historic Blochman's dudleya locations to determine occurrence status; survey and delineate potentially suitable habitat for new occurrences; survey existing occurrences to identify the potential for enhancement and expansion; and at all sites collect data on occurrence status, habitat and threats and determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
At each extant occurrence, map the extent of the occurrence, collect data on abundance, map adjacent suitable habitat for potential occurrence expansion, collect covariate data on threats including estimates of cover of invasive non-native plants and trampling. |
On hold |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, habitat mapping, and a report with site prioritizations and recommendations for management based upon occurrence status, habitat and threats assessments to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys and Report Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Short-leaved dudleya Dudleya brevifolia
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Short-leaved dudleya occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG DUDBRE-1
Management units: 6, 7
In 2017, continue annual inspections of short-leaved dudleya on Conserved Lands in (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect covariate habitat and threats data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Every Year with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG DUDBRE-2
Management units: 6, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the annual IMG monitoring at short leaved dudleya occurrences on Conserved Lands in (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities as needed, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to at most 20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
Otay Mesa Rare Plants |
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
Otay Mesa Rare Plants |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Variegated dudleya Dudleya variegata
Goal: Maintain or enhance variegated dudleya occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IMG DUDVAR-2
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring in 2016, 2018 and 2020 at variegated dudleya on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Sticky dudleya Dudleya viscida
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing sticky dudleya occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IMG DUDVIS-2
Management units: 6
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring conducted in 2016 and 2021 at sticky dudleya on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Southwestern willow flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore southwestern willow flycatcher occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SL
MON-RES-SPEC EMPTRA-1
Management units: 1, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017-2019, continue the 5-year breeding bird study begun by USGS in 2015 of southwestern willow flycatcher in the San Luis Rey River and other drainages to determine the status in the MSPA and impacts to riparian habitat from SHB/Fusarium complex and other threats. Prepare site-specific management recommendations based on survey results.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Surveys and Reports Completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Southwestern pond turtle Emys marmorata pallida
Goal: Protect and enhance existing populations of southwestern pond turtle to self-sustaining levels (i.e. 200+ individuals, even sex ratio, evidence of recruitment) in areas that meet the conditions for long-term management (low human access; high naturalness) and create new self-sustaining occurrences to ensure persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-TRAN EMYMAR-1
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
From 2017 to 2021, continue efforts to expand and translocate occurrences of pond turtles to increase to self-sustaining levels in MU3 in the Sweetwater and Otay River Watersheds (at SPER, RJER, and other suitable sites) and identify, expand, and translocate pond turtles in at least 2 other watersheds in the MSPA, including but not limited to the San Diego and San Dieguito Rivers. Translocation efforts may include management of invasive aquatic and plant species, providing access protection, and headstart efforts.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct routine management as needed at the Sycuan Peak ER occurrence of southwestern pond turtle. |
In progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Conduct routine management as needed at the Rancho Jamul ER translocated occurrence of southwestern pond turtle. |
In progress |
|
IMP-3 |
Continue to identify, begin management of invasive species, and translocate pond turtle to at least 2 suitable locations in the San Dieguito and San Diego River (e.g. El Monte Ponds, Boulder Creek Preserve) watersheds. |
In progress |
|
IMP-4 |
Submit monitoring and management data to the regional MSP web portal. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, 2 new occurrences translocated in the San Diego and San Dieguito River Watersheds; SPER and RJER occurrences increased by 20% through recruitment from 2017 leve |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-TRAN EMYMAR-2
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
From 2017 to 2021, continue monitoring the effectiveness of southwestern pond turtle translocation experiments at SPER and RJER (see Table of Occurrences) and any additional translocated occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Continue to monitor the expanded and head-started occurrence and/or habitat at SPER and RJER to document success. |
In progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Monitor other translocated occurrences to document success. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Southwestern Pond Turtle Translocation Monitoring and Reports Completed Annually |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IEX EMYMAR-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
From 2017 to 2021, implement invasive aquatic animal and invasive plant control at natural and translocated pond turtle occurrences as needed to increase recruitment and basking habitat.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Follow guidelines in the existing Invasive Plant Strategic Plan (CBI et al 2012) and invasive plant and animal sections of the updated MSP. |
In progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit management data to the regional MSP web portal. |
In progress |
|
IMP-3 |
|
Unknown |
|
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG EMYMAR-4
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
From 2017 to 2021, biennially inspect the existing occurrences of southwestern pond turtle to identify necessary management actions in order to support the expansion of the occurrence to self sustaining levels.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Use regional IMG monitoring protocol to assess status, habitat, and quantify potential threats. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring and management data to the regional MSP web portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed every two years with management recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG EMYMAR-5
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
From 2017 to 2021, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG regional protocol monitoring, including protecting populations from disturbance, removing invasive plants, and removing aquatic predators and exotic species (which compete and or prey on western pond turtle, primarily young) within the known occupied and suitable habitat.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance, controlling invasive plants, and removing invasive aquatic animals. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL EMYMAR-7
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
Beginning in 2019, implement highest priority management actions as identified in the Southwestern pond turtle management plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Management actions to be determined by the management plan. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-4 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented from the Southwestern pond turtle Management Plan |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL EMYMAR-8
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
Beginning in 2019, monitor the effectiveness of management actions implemented for the Southwestern pond turtle.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and report to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2018, 2019
SL
MGT-PRP-RESCPL EMYMAR-9
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
Beginning in 2018, establish program and permits to allow emergency management actions for the Southwestern pond turtle during or immediately following wildfire events, such as implementation of emergency rescue and temporary translocation, to protect from potential loss or extirpation.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Develop protocols, monitoring standards, and permit process for the rescue of Southwestern pond turtles during wildfire events. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildfire rescue program established for Southwestern pond turtle in 2018 |
2021 |
regional
SUPP
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-RESCPL EMYMAR-10
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
Beginning in 2019, implement Southwestern pond turtle rescue program during wildfire events to protect from loss and/or extirpation
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit management data and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildfire rescue program implemented for Southwestern pond turtle |
2021 |
regional
POST
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-RESCPL EMYMAR-11
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
Beginning in 2019, monitor the effectiveness of Southwestern pond turtle rescue programs following wildfire events, including translocation or re-introduction efforts.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and report to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring of post fire rescue programs for Southwest pond turtles implemented |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-FMGT EMYMAR-12
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
From 2017 to 2021, implement post fire management actions to ensure the recovery of Southwest pond turtle at occupied sites following wildfire events, including invasive plant and animal control, debris/sediment removal, erosion control or other management actions as needed after fire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement needed management actions as determined through BAER or other post fire surveys. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Post fire management actions implemented following wildfire events |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-FMGT EMYMAR-13
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
From 2017 to 2021, monitor stream conditions and the effectiveness of management actions implemented to assist in recovery of Southwestern pond turtle for 3 years following wildfire events.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Monitor stream flows and water quality postfire, document recovery of southwestern pond turtle populations and habitat, and effectiveness of any management actions for first 3 years after fire. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring of post fire management actions, stream conditions, and population status for Southwest pond turtles implemented for 3 years post fire |
2021 |
Coast wallflower Erysimum ammophilum
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing coast wallflower occurrences and establish new occurrences, as needed, to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral, coastal bluff, coastal dune and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2019, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG ERYAMM-1
Management units: 6, 7
Beginning in 2017, inspect occurrences of coast wallflower on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional IMG monitoring protocol to record status and to collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs. After 2017, repeat monitoring every 2 years.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed in 2017, 2019, and 2021 with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG ERYAMM-2
Management units: 6, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring at coastal wallflower occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management datasets to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SL
MON-SURV-SPEC ERYAMM-3
Management units: 1, 6, 7
In 2019, conduct baseline surveys of historic coast wallflower locations to determine current occurrence status; survey and delineate potentially suitable habitat for new occurrences; survey existing occurrences to identify the potential for enhancement and expansion; and at all sites collect data on occurrence status, habitat and threats covariates and determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Map suitable habitat based on soils, topography, openings in vegetation communities, and general location for existing occurrence expansion and new occurrence establishment. |
On hold |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, occurrence status, habitat mapping and assessment, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
Demo Tues April 2 - 2019 |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2020, Surveys and Report Completed |
2021 |
San Diego button-celery Eryngium aristulatum var. parishii
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore vernal pool habitat on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF and SL species (i.e., California Orcutt grass, Otay mesa mint, San Diego button-celery, San Diego mesa mint, spreading navarretia, Riverside fairy shrimp, San Diego fairy shrimp, and western spadefoot) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats, such as altered hydrology, climate change and invasive plants, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
VF
MON-IMP-MONPL ERYARI-1
Management units: 3, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual surveys for San Diego button-celery in occupied, historically occupied and potentially suitable vernal pools to determine cover clases in each basin and cover of each nonnative species using a standardize protocol as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Nonnative cover classes will be combined to determine if management triggers for Level 1, 2 or 3 management are met. Management recommendations will be made, noting individual nonnative species that pose a threat to direct specific management actions. Management actions will be implemented annually as part of the general vernal pool habitat management objectives for different management levels (ML1, ML2, ML3).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Surveys Completed with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
Quino checkerspot butterfly Euphydryas editha quino
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore Quino checkerspot occupied habitat and historically occupied habitat and the landscape connections between them to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SL
MON-PRP-MONPL EUPEDI-2
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
Beginning in 2017, prepare a long-term Quino checkerspot metapopulation monitoring plan to track population distribution, abundance, and phenology, and to assess habitats and threats at checkerspot occurrences (see occurrence table), historically occupied and unoccupied high suitability sites across Conserved Lands in the MSPA. The monitoring plan should build upon previous surveys, habitat assessments and modeling to include specific monitoring questions, the sampling frame within the MSPA, monitoring methods, a statistically valid sampling design, sampling locations, timeline, and standardized protocols for determining the status and abundance of larval and adult butterflies and for assessing habitat and threats at each sampling site to determine management needs. The plan should stipulate that for each survey year, a report be prepared with site-specific management recommendations. The monitoring plan will be piloted with field surveys in 2018 to determine if adjustments need to be made and will be finalized in 2019 and then added to the final management plan in 2021 to create a comprehensive Quino Checkerspot Management and Monitoring Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Work with the Butterfly Working Group consisting of species experts, scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers and other stakeholders to develop the monitoring plan. |
in progress |
|
PRP-2 |
Include fire risk and climate change modeling results to provide management recommendations in relation to fire and climate refugia and to reduce fire risk at occurrences. |
in progress |
|
PRP-3 |
Submit project metadata, datasets and Quino Checkerspot Monitoring Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Quino Checkerspot Metapopulation Monitoring Plan Completed in 2019 |
2019 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MONPL EUPEDI-3
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
In 2018 conduct pilot monitoring to evaluate monitoring methodology and sampling design and locations, and prepare recommendations for any adjustments to the monitoring plan. From 2019 to 2021, implement monitoring annually and submit data with management recommendations.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring Implemented and Data with Recommendations Submitted Annually |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-SBPL EUPEDI-5
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
In 2018, begin implementing the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan for Quino checkerspot to collect and store seeds to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new butterfly occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Bulk seed at a qualified facility for butterfly habitat enhancement, expansion, and restoration projects using seed from genetically appropriate donor accessions in the propagation seed bank collection. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Maintain records for collected seed to document donor and receptor sites, collection dates and amounts. Submit seed collection, storage and bulking data to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 Highest Priority Action Implemented for Quino checkerspot from the MSP Seed Collection, Banking, and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-PRP-MGTPL EUPEDI-6
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
In 2017, begin developing an interim 5 year Quino Checkerspot Management Plan that focuses on habitat enhancement and restoration and fire management, and includes the information from the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan for Quino checkerspot, at known occupied and historically occupied sites. In 2021, update and finalize the management plan with results from the captive rearing and translocation projects and combine with the monitoring plan to create a comprehensive Quino Checkerspot Management and Monitoring Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Work with the Butterfly Working Group consisting of species experts, scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers and other stakeholders to develop prioritized management actions. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
PRP-2 |
Include fire risk and climate change modeling results to provide management recommendations in relation to fire and climate refugia and to reduce fire risk at occurrences. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
PRP-3 |
Submit project metadata and management and monitoring plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Quino Checkerspot Management and Monitoring Plan Completed in 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL EUPEDI-7
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
Beginning in 2018, implement highest priority management actions for Quino checkerspot on Conserved Lands.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Management actions to be determined by the Quino Checkerspot Management Plan. |
waiting for precedent action |
Quino Habitat Restoration |
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
Quino Habitat Restoration |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
=1 Management actions implemented for Quino checkerspot by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL EUPEDI-8
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
From 2018 to 2021, monitor the effectiveness of management actions implemented for Quino checkerspot on Conserved Lands
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, monitoring data and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness Monitoring Completed within 1 Year of Management Actions |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-CAPR EUPEDI-9
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
From 2017 to 2021, support existing efforts by the wildlife agencies to collect eggs and captive rear larvae to use in reestablishing and augmenting wild Quino checkerspot populations. Use results to finalize the Quino Checkerspot Management and Monitoring Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Support the Butterfly Working Group consisting of species experts, scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, San Diego Zoo Global and other stakeholders to implement the captive rearing. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Captive Rearing Implemented and Report Submitted by 2021 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-TRAN EUPEDI-10
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
From 2017 to 2021, support existing efforts by the wildlife agenices to translocate captive bred Quino checkerspot larvae to historically occupied habitat.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Support the Butterfly Working Group consisting of species experts, scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, San Diego Zoo Global and other stakeholders to implement the translocation project. |
in progress |
|
IMP-1 |
Support the Butterfly Working Group consisting of species experts, scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, San Diego Zoo Global and other stakeholders to implement the translocation project. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Translocation Implemented by 2020 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-TRAN EUPEDI-11
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
From 2017 to 2021, support efforts by the wildlife agencies to monitor the effectivenss of translocated captive bred Quinoo checkerspot larvae. Use results to finalize the Quino Checkerspot Management and Monitoring Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring data and reportto MSP web portal |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Translocation Monitoring Completed and Report Submitted by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-FMGT EUPEDI-12
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
From 2017 to 2021, implement invasive plant control and other post-fire management actions as needed to ensure the recovery of Quino checkerspot at sites occupied within the last 10 years to facilitate habitat recovery, particularly forbs and host plants after wildfire events.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement needed management actions as determined through BAER or other post fire surveys. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Post fire management actions implemented following wildfire events |
2021 |
regional and/or local
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-FMGT EUPEDI-13
Management units: 3, 4, 6, 9
From 2017 to 2021, for at least the first 3 years following a wildfire, monitor recovery of Quino checkerspot occurrences and habitat affected by fire. Use a standardized postfire protocol to document the butterfly's distribution and abundance over time and to characterize habitat recovery and threats following a wildfire. Postfire monitoring should encompass occupied Quino checkerspot sites and unoccupied sites that are important for enhancing connectivity or for future population expansion. The postfire monitoring should identify and prioritize management actions to assist in recovery of Quino checkerspot populations and important habitat patches.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Prepare and implement a postfire habitat monitoring protocol and sampling design to determine the status of Quino checkerspot occurrences and characterize host plant recovery following wildfire. Use the monitoring results to identify management actions to ensure postfire recovery of high quality habitat as identified in the Quino Checkerspot Management and Monitoring Plan. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, Quino checkerspot postfire survey and habitat monitoring data, annual reports with management recommendations, and a final report documenting project methods and results to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 3 Years of Postfire Monitoring of Quino Checkerspot and Habitats with Annual Management Recommendations |
2021 |
Harbison's Dun Skipper Euphyes vestris
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore Harbison's dun skipper occupied habitat, historically occupied habitat, and the landscape connections between them to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
PRE
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL EYPHAR-6
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11
Beginning in 2018, implement highest priority management actions identified in the Harbison's Dun Skipper Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2022, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented from the Harbison's Dun Skipper Management Plan |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL EYPHAR-7
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11
Beginning in 2018, monitor effectiveness of implementation of highest priority management actions identified in the Harbison's Dun Skipper Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management effectiveness datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IGNPL EYPHAR-8
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11
Beginning in 2019, implement high priority MSP 2018 Wildfire Ignition Reduction Plan measures developed for Harbison's Dun Skipper to reduce the probability of ignition at most at-risk occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2023, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented for Harbison's Dun Skipper from the MSP 2018 Wildfire Ignition Reduction Plan |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-FMGT EYPHAR-9
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11
For at least the first 3 years following a wildfire, monitor recovery of Harbison's dun skipper occurrences and habitat affected by fire. Use a standardized postfire protocol to document the butterfly's distribution and abundance over time and to characterize habitat recovery and threats following a wildfire. Postfire monitoring should encompass occupied dun skipper sites and unoccupied sites that are important for enhancing connectivity or for future population expansion. The postfire monitoring should identify and prioritize management actions to assist in recovery of Harbison's dun skipper populations and important habitat patches.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Prepare and implement a postfire habitat monitoring protocol and sampling design to determine the status of Harbison's dun skipper occurrences and characterize oak woodland and host plant (San Diego sedge) recovery following wildfire. Use the monitoring results to identify management actions to ensure postfire recovery of high quality habitat as identified in the Harbison's Dun Skipper Management Plan. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, Harbison's dun skipper postfire survey and habitat monitoring data, annual reports with management recommendations, and a final report documenting project methods and results to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 3 Years of Postfire Monitoring of Harbison's Dun Skipper and Habitats with Annual Management Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-FMGT EYPHAR-10
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11
For at least the first 3 years following a fire, implement management actions identified by postfire monitoring as necessary to protect and recover Harbison's dun skipper occurrences and habitat impacted by wildfire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement management actions to restore oak woodland and host plant habitat destroyed by wildfire. These management actions may include planting oaks, host plants, and native nectaring plants. Control invasive plants to to =20% absolute cover to reduce postfire invasion of nonnative plants and to allow postfire recovery of native plants by reducing competition for water and light. Manage erosion and human use impacts while habitat is recoverying. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management actions to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 3 Years of Postfire Management in Harbison's Dun Skipper Habitats |
2021 |
Mexican flannelbush Fremontodendron mexicanum
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Mexican flannelbush occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG FREMEX-2
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2017, continue routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring that began in 2014 at Mexican flannelbush occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) . Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
grassland
Goal: Enhance and restore native grasslands and forblands and manage nonnative grasslands on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that support or have the potential to support VF species (i.e., grasshopper sparrow and San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit) and to incidentally benefit a diverse array of other species (e.g., Quino checkerspot, burrowing owl, golden eagle, Stephen's kangaroo rat) so that the vegetation communities have high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
MON-PRP-MONPL GRASSL-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, prepare a long-term monitoring plan for the mosaic of chaparral, coastal sage scrub and grassland vegetation communities that focuses on tracking community composition, structure and ecological integrity over time in relation to climate (i.e., drought) and disturbance from fire. The monitoring plan should include a conceptual model, specific monitoring questions, the sampling frame within the MSPA, monitoring methods, a statistically valid sampling design, permanent sampling locations, timeline, and standardized protocols. Use the landscape-scale ecological integrity classification map to develop a sampling frame and the sampling design with permanent sampling plots spanning north to south and east to west environmental gradients across the MSPA. Evaluate how the vegetation integrity classes characterize other aspects of the ecosystem by integrating other types of monitoring into the long-term sampling plots, such as abiotic element monitoring (e.g., automated weather stations and soil sensors, GIS-data layers), ecological integrity monitoring (e.g., plant and animal communities, ecological processes), MSP VF species monitoring, and threats monitoring (e.g., fire, climate change, invasive plants). A draft monitoring plan should be prepared in 2017, tested in the field with a pilot study in 2018, and finalized by 2019.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Establish a vegetation monitoring working group of scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, and other stakeholders to participate in developing the vegetation monitoring plan. The group should also include interested parties from outside the MSPA, such as representatives from other multiple species plans in Orange and Riverside Counties and from San Diego County military bases, to create a regional monitoring program with greater efficiencies in effort and a broader inference across southern California. |
In progress |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses, and Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub, and Grassland Monitoring Plan to the MSP web portal |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan completed by 2019 |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-DEV-MAP GRASSL-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017, develop a landscape-scale map classifying ecological integrity of shrublands across the MSPA based upon shrub cover and density and invasive nonnative annual grasses using remote imagery (e.g., satellite and high resolution aerial imagery, LIDAR) and vegetation data collected during 2015-2016 California gnatcatcher regional and postfire monitoring. Verify and revise the mapping as needed using field data collected in 2018-2020 as part of the Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Monitoring Program and from related VF species monitoring (e.g., California gnatcatcher regional and postfire monitoring). Revise the integrity classification map as needed to respond to changes in vegetation based upon wildfires, drought or other large-scale disturbances.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Ecological Integrity Map created in 2017 and updated as needed 2018-2021 |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-MONPL GRASSL-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2018, conduct pilot monitoring to collect data and develop any recommendations for finalizing the monitoring plan. From 2019 to 2021, implement the final Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation monitoring plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and reports to the MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Chaparral, Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Vegetation Monitoring Plan implemented 2018-2021 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020
MGT-PRP-BMPPL GRASSL-4
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning on 2019, prepare a plan to test the use of grazing, prescribed fire and other methods of landscape-scale control of invasive grasses and forbs in grassland and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities as BMPs to promote MSP species, native plants and animals, and natural ecosystem processes. The plan should determine the effects of different techniques on natural resources at less than 200 acre treatment areas at 3 different sites in the MSPA. Development of the study plan's experimental approach should include a review of the literature on the effects of grazing, prescribed fire, and other methods of invasive plant control on coastal sage scrub and grassland ecosystems to develop a conceptual model for management and monitoring. The plan should detail how to test different plant control methods over at least 3 years and should include the specific monitoring questions, objectives, and monitoring targets, a statistically valid experimental design with monitoring methods, sampling locations, and standardized protocols. The plan should include annual monitoring to determine the benefits and impacts of each method on natural resources and to track financial costs, logistics and sustainability of invasive plant control.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-2 |
Work with land managers, wildlife agencies, and scientists to determine: methods of landscape-scale invasive plant control to test in coastal sage scrub and grassland ecosystems; locations for testing methods; monitoring targets including MSP species, native plant and animal taxa, and ecological processes; and review of results and development of long-term management and monitoring methods. See COSASC-5 and GRASSL-5 actions for additional information to include in the plan. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Plan to Test Landscape-scale Invasive Plant Control of Coastal Sage Scrub and Grassland Ecosystems Completed in 2020 |
2021 |
Orcutt's hazardia Hazardia orcuttii
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Orcutt's hazardia occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG HAZORC-2
Management units: 6, 7
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through 2016, 2018 and 2020 IMG monitoring of Orcutt's hazardia occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-SBPL HAZORC-4
Management units: 6, 7
In 2018, begin implementing high priority actions for Orcutt's hazardia in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to collect and store seeds at a permanent seed bank and to provide propagules as needed for management oriented research, existing population enhancement and establishment of new occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Bulk seed at a qualified facility for enhancement, expansion, establishment or transplantation projects using seed from genetically appropriate donor accessions in the propagation seed bank collection. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Maintain records for collected seed to document donor and receptor sites, collection dates and amounts. Submit seed collection, storage and bulking data to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2022, =1 Highest Priority Action Implemented for Orcutt's hazardia from the MSP Seed Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL HAZORC-6
Management units: 6, 7
In 2018, begin implementing highest priority management actions identified for Orcutt's hazardia in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2022, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented for Orcutt's Brodiaea from the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL HAZORC-7
Management units: 6, 7
In 2018, begin monitoring effectiveness of implementation of highest priority management actions identified in the Orcutt's hazardia section in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management effectiveness datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
POST
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-RES-SPEC HAZORC-8
Management units: 6, 7
Conduct a study to determine the population dynamics of Orcutt's hazardia in response to natural and altered fire frequencies that may affect successional processes and population dynamics. The study should begin when the next fire burns an Orcutt's hazardia occurrence to research post-fire recovery mechanisms (e.g., resprouter vs. obligate seeder) and circumstances in which post-fire management is necessary to facilitate robust post-fire recovery of Orcutt's hazardia.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses, and report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Orcutt's Hazardia Fire Study Completed and Report Submitted by 5 Years Post Fire |
2021 |
Human uses of the Preserves
Goal: The goal for managing human use of preserves is to understand and reduce the impacts of human uses on Conserved Lands where human use is reducing the population levels and/or viability of MSP species populations.
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-RES-SPEC HUMUSE-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017-2021, continue supporting the ongoing research on recreation and wildlife led by Colorado State University and the Wildlife Conservation Society.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Submit project metadata, data, and report to MSP web portal. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Research data submitted to MSP web portal within one year of project completion. |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-ENF HUMUSE-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2017-2021, support jurisdictions to develop and implement local enforcement programs for the protection of natural resources on Conserved Lands.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Provide funding support to jurisdictions to develop and implement local enforcement programs that are suited for Conserved Lands they are responsible for managing. |
In progress |
|
RSUP-2 |
Submit project metadata, data, and report to MSP web portal. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
=1 Local Enforcement Programs Implemented starting in 2017 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-BMP HUMUSE-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, implement biosecurity measures from existing BMPs (e.g. bleaching equipment between stream surveys, brushing invasive seeds off field boots, etc) during biological surveys and land management activities (e.g. disking, creating fuel breaks) to prevent the unintentional spread of invasive species (i.e. exotic plants and animals) and diseases (e.g. chytrid fungus).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Identify the different types of activities (e.g. biological surveys, disking, fuel breaks, etc) on each preserve that may result in the unintentional introduction of invasive species (i.e. exotic plants and animals) and/or disease (e.g. chytrid fungus) and that can be reasonably controlled using existing BMPs (e.g. bleaching equipment between stream surveys, brushing invasive seeds off field boots, etc). |
|
|
IMP-2 |
Research and begin implementing available biosecurity BMPs as approproate. |
|
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
=1 Biosecurity BMP Implemented in the MSPA by 2018 |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-BMP HUMUSE-4
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, limit or restrict passive recreation uses within Important Management Areas and/or significant occurrences of MSP species during the breeding season for animals and peak growing season for plants and minimize adverse effects from vegetation trampling, erosion, and trash.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Restrictions on Passive Recreation Implemented for the Protection of MSP Resources |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-BMP HUMUSE-5
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017-2021, establish Recreational Area Patrols to assist in identifying and reporting to land managers and rangers any incompatible uses of the preserve that impact natural resources.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Coordinate with land managers who are implementing Recreational Area Patrols to learn how to create a patrol system for other preserves. |
|
South San Diego County Community Outreach |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At least 1 new Recreational Patrol Program Implemented starting in 2018 |
2021 |
Invasive animals
Goal: The overarching goals for addressing invasive animal species in the MSPA are: (1) Protect intact, unspoiled habitat from new or expanding invasive animal species; (2) Detect new invasive species and new invasions early on and control them before they have a chance to establish; (3) Address invasive species using the response appropriate for the level of invasiveness ensuring higher priority invasive animal species are addressed first
regional and/or local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-IAPL INVANI-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2019, implement invasive animal management plan actions.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Management actions to be determined by the management plan. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project meta data and management data to MSP web portal. |
unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented from the Invasive Animal Management Plan |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-IAPL INVANI-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2019, monitor the effectiveness of implementation of invasive animal management plan actions.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and report to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-PIG INVANI-4
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017-2021, continue to support the existing feral pig eradication program.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Continue coordinating with the regional entity leading the feral pig eradication program and provide support as needed and appropriate. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Evidence of Feral Pigs Eradicated from the MSPA by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-SHBMPL INVANI-5
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017-2021, implement the regional SHB management strategy in coordination with federal, state, and local partners.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Continue coordinating with the regional entity leading the shot hole borer program, implement the SHB strategy, and provide support as needed and appropriate. |
In progress |
Shot Hole Borer Surveys and Management Techniques |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =2 High Priority Management Action Implemented from the SHB Strategy |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-SHBMPL INVANI-6
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017-2021, monitor the effectiveness of implementation of the SHB management strategy
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined |
2021 |
Invasive plants
Goal: The overarching goals for addressing invasive plant species in the MSPA are to: (1) Protect Conserved Lands from new or expanding invasive plant species; (2) Detect new invasive species and new invasions early on and control them before the plants have a chance to establish; (3) Address invasive species using the response appropriate for the level of invasiveness (level 1 through 5) as defined in the Invasive Plant Strategic Plan (IPSP)
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-IPSP INVPLA-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017-2021, continue implementing the IPSP by removing Levels 1, 2, and 3 invasive plant species before their distribution becomes too abundant to control.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Continue to provide funding and support to the existing County of San Diego AWM effort to implement the IPSP and remove and control Level 1, 2, and 3 invasive plant species within the MSPA. |
In progress |
Oncosiphon Pilulifer (Stinknet) Management, Regional Invasive Plant Management, Crest Canyon Invasvive Plant Control Project, Riparian Restoration and Arundo Removal, Veldt Grass Removal - San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, Invasive Plant Control - Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary, North County Dunes Restoration |
IMP-2 |
Work with San Diego County AWM to update the annual Work Plan and include new Level 1, 2, or 3 invasive species encountered that are determined to need priority management using the same criteria as the IPSP. |
In progress |
Oncosiphon Pilulifer (Stinknet) Management, Regional Invasive Plant Management, Crest Canyon Invasvive Plant Control Project, Riparian Restoration and Arundo Removal, Veldt Grass Removal - San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, Invasive Plant Control - Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary, North County Dunes Restoration |
IMP-3 |
Submit project metadata, data, and report to MSP web portal |
In progress |
Oncosiphon Pilulifer (Stinknet) Management, Crest Canyon Invasvive Plant Control Project, Riparian Restoration and Arundo Removal, Veldt Grass Removal - San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, Invasive Plant Control - Silverwood Wildlife Sanctuary, North County Dunes Restoration |
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Reduction in =50% of the IPSP Levels 1 and 2 Species by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-IPSP INVPLA-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2017, using a quick assessment, monitor the effectiveness of implementation of the IPSP.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, data, and report to MSP web portal |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of IPSP Implementation Determined |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-IPSP INVPLA-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2017, pursue outside funding for Level 3 invasive plants species (e.g. arundo) to control them at a watershed level.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Coordinate with local agencies to pursue state and federal funding/grant options for the control of Level 3 species. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 1 Proposal Submitted for Outside Funding for Level 3 Species by 2019 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019
MGT-PRP-BSPL INVPLA-4
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2018-2019, prepare a biosecurity plan for the MSPA that includes BMPs to prevent the spread of invasive plants and the introduction of new exotics.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Review ?Preventing the Spread of Invasive Plants: Best Management Practices for Land Managers? by Cal-IPC and use to model a general MSPA Biosecurity Plan. |
Available for implementation |
|
PRP-2 |
Include in the MSPA Biosecurity Plan a breakdown of BMPs for the different habitat types, e.g. riparian, grassland, sage scrub. |
Unknown |
|
PRP-3 |
Provide tailored BMPs for the most resilient and aggressive invasive plants. |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
A Biosecurity Plan Developed for the MSPA by 2020 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-EDRR INVPLA-5
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, develop and adopt an Early Detection and Rapid Response (EDRR) strategy and database for the MSPA that includes the ability for land managers and Citizen Scientists to report invasive plant sightings using handheld devices to feed into a system of review and management action.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Create and maintain a watchlist for known or expected invasive in the MSPA |
Available for implementation |
|
RSUP-2 |
Develop an EDRR database for reporting and monitoring invasive species action in the MSPA |
Unknown |
|
RSUP-3 |
Generate EDRR reporting, treatment, and control protocol for land managers |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
An EDRR Program Developed by 2021 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-IPSP INVPLA-7
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017-2021, remove Level 4 and 5 invasive species that are threatening MSP species as specified in the Invasive Plant Strategic Plan.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Project reports submitted within 1 Year of Removal Efforts |
2021 |
San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit Lepus californicus bennettii
Goal: Maintain, enhance and restore coastal sage scrub, native grassland and forblands, and manage nonnative grassland on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF species (i.e., cliff spurge, Palmer's goldenbush, San Diego barrel cactus, snake cholla, Blaineville's horned lizard, California gnatcatcher, grasshopper sparrow, San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit) and to incidentally benefit a diverse array of other species (e.g., San Diego thornmint, Quino checkerspot, burrowing owl, coastal cactus wren, golden eagle, Stephen's kangaroo rat) so that populations of these VF and other species are resilient to environmental stochasticity, threats and catastrophic disturbances, very large wildfires, invasive plants and prolonged drought, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2019
VF
MON-IMP-MONPL LEPCAL-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
In 2019, begin implementing long-term San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit monitoring as specified in the San Diego Black-tailed Jackrabbit Monitoring Plan. Prepare a report detailing jackrabbit and habitat and threat assessment results and with site specific vegetation management recommendations.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses and monitoring report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
San Diego Black-tailed Jackrabbit Monitoring and Report completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Heart-leaved pitcher sage Lepechinia cardiophylla
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing heart-leaved pitcher sage occurrences and establish new occurrences, as needed, to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral and oak woodland vegetation communities.
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG LEPCAR-1
Management units: 4, 5, 8
If extant occurrences of heart-leaved pitcher sage are discovered on Conserved Lands in 2017-2021, inspect the occurrences and repeat monitoring every 2 years. Use a regional monitoring protocol to record population abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
If Extant Occurrences Found on Conserved Lands, Surveys Completed Every 2 Years with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG LEPCAR-2
Management units: 4, 5, 8
If heart-leaved pitcher sage occurrences are found on Conserved Lands, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring. Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to less than 20% absolute cover. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
If Extant Occurrences Found on Conserved Lands, Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Loss of connectivity
Goal: The overarching and interrelated goals for protecting and restoring connectivity amongst core habitat areas within the MSPA and other regional conservation areas are to: (1) Ensure the persistence of species across the preserve system and (2) Maintain ecosystem functions across the landscape.
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020
MGT-PRP-LINKPL LOSCON-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2018, use results of linkage evaluations and available species modelling to prepare Linkage Implementation Plans that identify and prioritize specific short- and long-term actions to protect, maintain or restore connectivity for target species. Identify the type of monitoring strategy to evaluate linkage function.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Linkage Implementation Plans completed for Priority Linkages by 2020 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-LINKPL LOSCON-4
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, implement linkage enhancement actions outlined in completed linkage evaluations and linkage implementation plans
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
As funding becomes available, implement actions based on monitoring studies and Linkage Implementation Plans to improve connectivity for target species, including maintaining culverts, installing directional wildlife fencing, restoration, and land acquisition. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Linkage improvement recommendations implemented for priority linkages by 2021 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-LINKPL LOSCON-5
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Monitor effectiveness of enhancement actions implemented to improve connectivity for target species at priority linkages.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets, analyses and report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Linkage enhancement monitoring reports submitted |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
MGT-IMP-SR94PL LOSCON-6
Management units: 3, 11
Beginning in 2017, begin implementation of high priority pre-construction connectivity monitoring and management actions identified in the SR 94 Wildlife Infrastructure Plan (CBI 2015) and use this information in discussions with Caltrans on the design and location of wildlife infrastructure improvements.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Distinguish range of actions identified in SR 94 Wildlife Infrastructure Improvement Plan that can be implemented in advance of SR 94 improvements, such as wildlife fencing, culvert maintenance, or habitat restoration. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Work with Caltrans to discuss and evaluate locations and designs for wildlife crossing structures to inform road improvement design studies and plans as they are initiated. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildlife connectivity enhancements (fencing, culvert maintenance, restoration) initiated along SR 94 by 2020 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-SR94PL LOSCON-7
Management units: 3, 11
Monitor effectiveness of actions implemented to improve connectivity for target species across SR-94.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
.Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets, analyses and report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Linkage enhancement monitoring reports submitted |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-SR67PL LOSCON-9
Management units: 4, 5
Implement high priority pre-construction connectivity monitoring and management actions in SR67 Wildlife Infrastructure Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Distinguish range of actions identified in SR 67 Wildlife Infrastructure Improvement Plan that can be implemented in advance of SR 67 widening improvements, such as wildlife fencing, culvert maintenance, habitat restoration, or land acquisition. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project meta data and management actions and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildlife connectivity enhancements (fencing, culvert maintenance, restoration, land acquisition) initiated along SR 67 by 2020 |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-SR67PL LOSCON-10
Management units: 4, 5
Monitor effectiveness of actions implemented to improve connectivity for target species across SR-67.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets, analyses and report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Linkage enhancement monitoring reports submitted to MSP web portal |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
MON-DEV-BMP LOSCON-11
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2019, conduct follow up monitoring to re-assess the effectiveness of added structure on the use of underpasses by small vertebrate species (USGS 2014). Based on results of the study, develop
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
DEV-1 |
Perform an assessment of the current condition of small mammal structure placed at the 4 undercrossings in 2012, and make repairs as needed. |
Available for implementation |
|
DEV-2 |
Conduct camera trap studies in the same locations at each undercrossing for a minimum of six months. |
Available for implementation |
|
DEV-3 |
Prepare report summarizing results and providing recommendations on best practices for enhancing small mammal use of undercrossings. |
Available for implementation |
|
DEV-4 |
Submit project meta data, monitoring datasets and report to MSP web portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Best practices for improving small mammal use of undercrossings completed by 2019 |
2021 |
regional and/or local
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-MONPL LOSCON-13
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Implement quantitative linkage monitoring using best practices for priority linkages
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, data, and monitoring report to MSP web portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring reports submitted annually |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
MON-IMP-IMG LOSCON-15
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10
Implement "Inspect and Manage" monitoring for priority undercrossings and choke points.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit meta data, monitoring data, and management recommendations to MSP web portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Inspect and Manage reports submitted annually for priority undercrossings and choke points |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-EVAL-LINK LOSCON-16
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Starting in 2017, conduct bi-annual regional spatial assessment to identify how changes in land use have altered permeability of Cores and Linkages using available GIS land cover data. Use results to update connectivity objectives and priorities
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
EVAL-1 |
Conduct semi-annual spatial assessments using available GIS, aerial imagery, satellite imagery, habitat suitability/climate/land facet modelling, land use and vegetation data to document how urbanization, infrastructure, and agricultural expansion are altering habitat intactness and connectivity across the MSPA, particularly in important connectivity areas. |
Available for implementation |
Dam's test project |
EVAL-2 |
Use results of regional assessments to re-evaluate connectivity objectives as they relate to habitat restoration, land acquisition, and road infrastructure needs. |
Available for implementation |
Dam's test project |
EVAL-3 |
Submit project metadata, GIS datasets and report to MSP web portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Regional spatial assessment of landscape permeability of cores and linkages completed in 2017 and again in 2019 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-LINK LOSCON-17
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Continue participation in regional efforts (Tri-County Habitat Connectivity Coalition) to prioritize habitat linkages and secure policy and funding in support of habitat connectivity improvements in the 3 county area.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Participate in twice yearly meetings to ensure that MSP linkages are identified as Regional Linkage Priorities. |
In progress |
|
RSUP-2 |
Participate in regional efforts to seek state and federal policy and funding for habitat connectivity. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Tri County Connectivity Group successful in seeking regional cooperation and funding for connectivity by 2021 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-WRWG LOSCON-18
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Develop a Wildlife and Roads Working Group to initiate regular communication on wildlife connectivity issues and to identify status of potential road improvement plans for priority highways and roads that pose a threat to connectivity. Identify opportunities for integrating wildlife movement studies into road planning to inform the design and placement of wildlife crossing infrastructure.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Develop and maintain a list of potential road improvement projects within the MSPA and identify and prioritize those that the group should focus on to maintain or enhance connectivity. |
Available for implementation |
|
RSUP-2 |
Submit meeting minutes and list of priority road improvement projects to MSP web portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildlife and Roads Working Group first meeting held in 2017 |
2021 |
Hermes copper Lycaena hermes
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore Hermes copper occupied habitat and historically occupied habitat and the landscape connections between them to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019
SL
MON-SURV-SPEC LYCHER-1
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
In 2017-2019, continue surveys for adult Hermes copper (see occurrence table) and habitat assessments begun in 2016 to document the butterfly's current distribution and abundance and to assess habitat and threats at survey sites. Prepare site-specific management recommendations based on survey results and habitat assessments.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Search for adult Hermes copper butterflies and host plants (spiny redbery) at known occupied habitat, historically occupied habitat, habitat recovering from wildfire, and suitable habitat with potential to support the butterfly to determine the extent of the range, population sizes, and to better understand habitat relationships. Use a standardized protocol to collect habitat and threats covariate data at each site for developing and prioritizing management actions. |
in progress |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses and report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Hermes Copper Surveys and Reports Completed in 2017 and 2018 |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019
SL
MGT-IMP-TRAN LYCHER-2
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2019, continue Hermes Copper translocation experiments begun in 2014 to test the effectiveness of releasing eggs and larvae to repopulate the Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area (see Table of Occurrences) where the original population was extirpated by fire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Continue releasing Hermes copper eggs at Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area where the butterfly was extirpated in 2017, to see if translocation success can be improved under normal rainfall conditions. Nine of 14 larvae emerged in 2015 from translocated eggs and 1 adult was observed in 2016, despite the prolonged and intense drought. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Hermes Copper Translocation Experiments Completed in 2019 |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-TRAN LYCHER-3
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
From 2017 to 2021, continue monitoring the effectiveness of Hermes Copper translocation experiments begun in 2014 at Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area (see Table of Occurrences). Extend the monitoring for 2 years after the last egg is translocated to determine whether a population has been established.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets, analyses and report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Hermes Copper Translocation Monitoring and Reports Completed Annually |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-MGTPL LYCHER-7
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
In 2018, begin implementing high priority management actions from the Hermes Copper Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2021, =1 High Priority Management Action Implemented from the Hermes Copper Management Plan |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MGTPL LYCHER-8
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
Beginning in 2018, monitor effectiveness of implementation of highest priority management actions identified in the Hermes Copper Management Plan.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit metadata, management effectiveness datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of High Priority Management Actions Determined and Report Completed |
2021 |
regional
PRE
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IGNPL LYCHER-11
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, implement high priority MSP 2018 Wildfire Ignition Reduction Plan measures for Hermes copper to reduce the probability of ignition at most at-risk occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, management datasets, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2023, =2 High Priority Management Action Implemented for Hermes Copper from the MSP 2018 Wildfire Ignition Reduction Plan |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-FMGT LYCHER-12
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
For at least the first 3 years following a wildfire, use a standardized survey protocol to determine the status of Hermes copper occurrences impacted by fire. Use a standardized postfire protocol to collect vegetation and other covariates important in characterizing Hermes copper habitat recovery following a fire. Postfire monitoring should include collecting habitat recovery data at unoccupied sites that are important for enhancing connectivity or for future population expansion. Identify and prioritize management actions to recover Hermes copper populations and important habitat patches.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Prepare and implement a postfire habitat monitoring protocol and sampling design to determine the status of Hermes copper and characterize coastal sage scrub, host plant (spiny redberry), and nectar plant (California buckwheat) recovery following wildfire. Use the monitoring results to identify management actions to facilitate postfire recovery of high quality habitat at occupied sites and at unoccupied sites important for Hermes copper population expansion and connectivity between occurrences. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, Hermes copper postfire survey and habitat monitoring data, annual reports with management recommendations, and a final report documenting project methods and results to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 3 Years of Postfire Monitoring of Hermes Copper and Habitats with Annual Management Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
POST
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-FMGT LYCHER-13
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 11
For at least the first 3 years following a fire, implement management actions identified by postfire monitoring as necessary to protect and rehabilitate high quality habitat to allow for recovery of Hermes copper occurrences impacted by wildfire.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement management actions to restore coastal sage scrub, host plants (spiny redberry) and nectaring plants (California buckwheat) at Hermes copper habitats destroyed by wildfire. These management actions may include planting host plants, nectaring plants, and controlling invasive plants to to =20% absolute cover to reduce postfire invasion of nonnative plants and to allow postfire recovery of native plants by reducing competition for water and light. Control erosion and human use impacts while habitat is recoverying. |
On hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management actions to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
At Least 3 Years of Postfire Management in Hermes Copper Habitats |
2021 |
Jennifer's monardella Monardella stoneana
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Jennifer's monardella occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral, riparian forest and scrub, and southern interior cypress forest vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2019
SL
MON-IMP-IMG MONSTO-1
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2019, inspect Jennifer's monardella occurrences on Conserved Lands in (see occurrence table) using the rare plant IMG regional monitoring protocol to record occupancy abundance and collect covariate data to determine management needs. After 2019, repeat monitoring every 3 years, unless an occurrence faces a high degree of threat, in which case monitor annually.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
on hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed in 2019 with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG MONSTO-2
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring at Jennifer's monardella occurrences in 2016 and 2019 on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities as needed, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP web portal |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Willowy monardella Monardella viminea
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing willowy monardella occurrences and establish new occurrences, as needed, to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-IMG MONVIM-1
Management units: 4, 6
From 2017-2021, inspect willowy monardella occurrences annually on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-IMG MONVIM-2
Management units: 4, 6
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the annual IMG monitoring at willowy monardella occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species =20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019
SL
MON-SURV-SPEC MONVIM-4
Management units: 4, 6
In 2019, survey historic willowy monardella locations to determine occurrence status; survey and delineate potentially suitable habitat for new occurrences; survey existing occurrences to identify the potential for enhancement and expansion; and at all sites collect data on occurrence status, habitat and threats and determine management needs. Conduct a hydrological evaluation at each site to determine the current hydrology and risk to existing or potential occurrences from erosion and flooding. Prioritize all evaluated sites based on feasibility of maintaining a sustainable population over the long term and recommend management needed to reduce threats to existing and potential new occurrences.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
At each extant occurrence, map the extent of the occurrence, collect data on abundance, map adjacent suitable habitat for potential occurrence expansion, collect covariate data on threats including estimates of cover of invasive non-native plants and trampling. |
on hold |
|
SURV-2 |
Submit project metadata, habitat mapping, and a report with site prioritizations and recommendations for management based upon occurrence status, habitat and threats assessments and hydrological evaluations to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys and Report Completed by 2019 |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
POST
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-MON-FMGT MONVIM-10
Management units: 4, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct a post fire evaluation of hydrological processes at willowy monardella occurrences following a fire to determine risks from erosion and flooding and prepare a report with prioritized management recommendations to reduce risk to population persistence and sustainability.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
MON-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses, and report to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Willowy Monardella PostFire Hydrological Evaluation Completed and Report Submitted by 6 Months Post Fire |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
POST
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-FMGT MONVIM-11
Management units: 4, 6
Implement recommendations identified for willowy monardella from the post fire hydrological evaluation.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2 Years Post fire, High Priority Management Actions Implemented for Willowy Monardella from the Post Fire Hydrological Evaluation |
2021 |
Spreading navarretia Navarretia fossalis
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore vernal pool habitat on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF and SL species (i.e., California Orcutt grass, Otay mesa mint, San Diego button-celery, San Diego mesa mint, spreading navarretia, Riverside fairy shrimp, San Diego fairy shrimp, and western spadefoot) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats, such as altered hydrology, climate change and invasive plants, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
VF
MON-IMP-MONPL NAVFOS-1
Management units: 2, 3, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual surveys for spreading navarretia in occupied, historically occupied and potentially suitable vernal pools to determine cover clases in each basin and cover of each nonnative species using a standardize protocol as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Nonnative cover classes will be combined to determine if management triggers for Level 1, 2 or 3 management are met. Management recommendations will be made, noting individual nonnative species that pose a threat to direct specific management actions. Management actions will be implemented annually as part of the general vernal pool habitat management objectives for different management levels (ML1, ML2, ML3).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Surveys Completed with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
Dehesa nolina Nolina interrata
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Dehesa beargrass occurrences and establish new occurrences, as needed, to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG NOLINT-2
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions begun in 2014 identified through the IMG regional protocol monitoring on Conserved Lands. Depending on the type and level of threat, management should only be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to less than 20% relative cover. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019
SO
MGT-PRP-MGTPL NOLINT-4
Management units: 3
In 2019, begin preparing a section for Dehesa nolina in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan that prioritizes management actions to maintain or expand conserved occurrences based upon an assessment of data on occurrence status habitat and threats. Minimum criteria for enhancement are to reduce invasive annual nonnative plants and thatch to less than 20% absolute cover within the occurrence
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for Dehesa nolina in the Rare Plant Management Plan. |
on hold |
|
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for Dehesa nolina in the Rare Plant Management Plan. |
on hold |
|
PRP-2 |
Develop a conceptual model that identifies management actions to effectively reduce threats to Dehesa nolina populations. |
on hold |
|
PRP-3 |
Prioritize occurrences for management based upon an assessment of occurrence status, the potential for management to significantly reduce identified threats, and the availability of adjacent suitable habitat for occurrence expansion. |
on hold |
|
PRP-4 |
Develop an implementation plan for Dehesa beargrass that prioritizes management actions for the next 5 years and details tasks, lead entities, responsibilities, and timelines, budgets. |
on hold |
|
PRP-5 |
Submit project metadata and MSP Rare Plant Management Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2020, Completed Dehesa Nolina Section in the MSP Rare Plant Management Plan |
2021 |
Regional
NFO
2019
SO
MGT-PRP-SBPL NOLINT-7
Management units: 3
In 2019, begin preparing a section for Dehesa nolina in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to preserve genetic diversity and rescue occurrences in case of catastrophic disturbance. The plan should incorporate best science and management practices (e.g., Wall 2009, KEW 2016) and provide guidelines for collecting and storing seeds over the long term at a permanent, established conservation seed bank (e.g., Institute for Conservation Research Native Plant Seed Bank, Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden Seed Conservation Program) and for providing a source of seeds for management purposes. The plan should include recommendations for: collecting and storing seeds for conservation banking; management oriented research; rescuing occurrences after catastrophic disturbances; and seed bulking and out-planting to augment extant occurrences or to establish new occurrences with consideration of genetic implications for population sustainability.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Consult the San Diego County Rare Plant Working Group working group made up of plant ecologists, geneticists, rare plant experts, land managers, restoration practitioners, seed banking and bulking practitioners, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders to provide input and recommendations for Dehesa nolina in the MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-2 |
Prepare a seed collection plan to collect seeds over multiple years, collect seeds several times within a season, accumulate seeds across populations, and to sample among habitats and ecological niches. Include guidelines for collecting and storing seeds along maternal lines from small occurrences (<1,000 plants) and to provide propagules to be used in management experiments, enhancement of existing occurrences, and establishment of new occurrences. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-3 |
The seed collection plan should include guidelines for collecting seeds from occurrences of sufficient size to accommodate harvest and based on genetic studies as available. Include provisions for collecting seed from unconserved populations planned for development. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-4 |
Include protocols and guidelines for collecting voucher specimens and submitting to the San Diego Natural History Museum (McEachern et al. 2007). |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-5 |
Include guidelines for testing seeds for viability and to obtain information on dormancy and germination rates. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
PRP-6 |
Submit project metadata and MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
some occurrences are in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
By 2019, Completed Dehesa Nolina Section in MSP Seed Collection, Banking and Bulking Plan |
2021 |
oak woodland
Goal: Maintain, enhance and restore oak woodlands on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that support or have the potential to support VF species (i.e., Engelmann Oak, California newt) and coast live oak woodlands that incidentally benefit a diverse array of other MSP species (e.g., Harbison's dun skipper, California newt, pallid bat, mountain lion) so that the vegetation communities have high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to invasive pests and disease pathogens, environmental stochasticity, threats and catastrophic disturbances, such as very large wildfires and intense and prolonged drought, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2019, 2020
MON-PRP-MONPL OAKWOO-2
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, prepare an oak woodland vegetation monitoring plan for Conserved Lands in the MSPA to assess tree mortality and recruitment, including that of coast live oak and Engelmann oak, track community composition, structure and ecological integrity, and to document threats and assess environmental conditions. Prepare the oak woodland monitoring to integrate where feasible or bulid upon the results of other monitoring projects such as riparian forest and scrub vegetation monitoring, shothole borer/Fusarium complex monitoring, and golden-spotted oak borer and fungal pathogen monitoring. The monitoring plan should include a conceptual model, specific monitoring questions, the sampling frame within the MSPA, monitoring methods, a statistically valid sampling design, permanent sampling locations, timeline, and standardized protocols. Use the Oak Woodland Tree Mortality map and the distribution of coast live oak and Engelmann oaks to develop a sampling frame and stratified sampling design with permanent sampling plots spanning north to south and east to west environmental gradients across the MSPA. Evaluate ecological integrity at monitoring sites by integrating other types of monitoring into the long-term sampling plots, such as abiotic element monitoring (e.g., automated weather stations and soil sensors, GIS-data layers), ecological integrity monitoring (e.g., plant and animal communities, ecological processes), MSP VF species monitoring, and threats monitoring (e.g., fire, climate change, disease, invasive animals and invasive plants).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Establish a vegetation monitoring working group of scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, and other stakeholders to participate in developing the monitoring plan. The group should also include interested parties from outside the MSPA, such as representatives from other multiple species plans in Orange and Riverside Counties and from San Diego County military bases, to create a regional monitoring program with greater efficiencies in effort and a broader inference across southern California. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit project metadata and the Oak Woodland Vegetation Monitoring Plan to the MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Oak Woodland Vegetation Monitoring Plan completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Southern mule deer Odocoileus hemionus fuliginatus
Goal: Enhance and expand areas occupied by southern mule deer in San Diego County within suitable natural vegetation surrounded by a limited number of high use roads, and increase connectivity (and reduce potential road mortality) between occupied and suitable habitat areas to allow expansion and movement of southern mule deer occurrences and to ensure persistence in the MSPA over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2018, 2019
SS
MON-RES-GEN ODOHEM-1
Management units: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
In 2018-2019, collect genetic material from southern mule deer to determine the extent of deer movement between conserved lands and barriers to connectivity in northern San Diego County
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
In 2018-19, collect and analyze deer genetic material from conserved lands in MUs 6, 7, 8 and 9 to determine the extent of deer movement and connectivity between conserved lands. |
In progress |
|
RES-2 |
Submit project metadata, data and reports to MSP web portal |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Determined deer genetic connectivity between conserved lands in MUs 6, 7, 8 and 9 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-LINKPL ODOHEM-3
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Beginning in 2018, implement high priority wildlife infrastructure improvements to enhance connectivity for deer and other wildlife species
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project data and management actions to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
IMP-2 |
|
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildlife crossing infrastructure improvements implemented to improve mule deer connectivity |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MON-IMP-LINKPL ODOHEM-4
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
From 2018 to 2021, monitor implementation and effectiveness of linkage enhancements actions for mule deer and other wildlife species
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and reports to MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Effectiveness of wildlife crossing infrastructure is in enhancing connectivity for mule deer is monitored |
2021 |
California orcutt grass Orcuttia californica
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore California Orcutt grass occupied and historically occupied habitat to create self-sustaining populations that are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats, such as altered hydrology, climate change and invasive plants, and will be likely to persist over the long-term (>100 years).
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MONPL ORCCAL-1
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual surveys for California Orcutt grass in occupied, historically occupied and potentially suitable vernal pools to determine cover clases in each basin and cover of each nonnative species using a standardize protocol as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Nonnative cover classes will be combined to determine if management triggers for Level 1, 2 or 3 management are met. Management recommendations will be made, noting individual nonnative species that pose a threat to direct specific management actions. Management actions will be implemented annually as part of the general vernal pool habitat management objectives for different management levels (ML1, ML2, ML3).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Surveys Completed with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
Gander's ragwort Packera ganderi
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Gander's ragwort occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG PACGAN-2
Management units: 3, 4
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions identified through the IMG monitoring in 2016 and subsequent years at Gander's ragwort occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to less than 20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management datasets to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Belding's savannah sparrow Passerculus sandwichensis beldingi
Goal: Maintain, enhance and restore salt marsh vegetation on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF species (i.e., wandering skipper, Belding's savannah sparrow) and to incidentally benefit other MSP species (e.g., salt marsh bird's-beak, Ridgway's rail) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats such as climate change, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2019
VF
MON-PRP-MONPL PASSAN-1
Management units: 1, 7
In 2019, develop a regional, long-term monitoring plan to integrate habitat assessment and threat evaluations into the Belding's savannah sparrow population monitoring conducted by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on Conserved Lands in the MSPA. Develop a sampling design and standardized protocol to assess habitat and threats at occupied, historically occupied and suitable unoccupied habitats for the sparrow. Design the habitat and threats assessment to inform regional salt marsh vegetation monitoring. The purpose of the plan is to use habitat and threat monitoring data to develop site specific management recommendations to maintain, enhance or restore Belding's savannah sparrow habitat.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Coordinate with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, scientists and land managers to develop a habitat and threats assessment monitoring protocol to integrate into ongoing regional Belding's savannah sparrow population monitoring. |
On hold |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit project metadata and Belding's Savannah Sparrow Habitat and Threat Assessment Monitoring Plan to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Belding's Savannah Sparrow Habitat and Threat Assessment Monitoring Plan completed by 2019 |
2021 |
Blainville's horned lizard Phrynosoma blainvillii
Goal: Maintain, enhance and restore coastal sage scrub on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF species (i.e., cliff spurge, Palmer's goldenbush, San Diego barrel cactus, snake cholla, Blaineville's horned lizard, California gnatcatcher, San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit) and to incidentally benefit a diverse array of other species (e.g., San Diego thornmint, willowy monardella, Hermes copper, Quino checkerspot, coastal cactus wren) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity, catastrophic disturbances and threats, such as very large wildfires, invasive plants and prolonged drought, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2019
VF
MON-IMP-MONPL PHABLA-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2019, begin implementing long term Blainville's horned lizard monitoring as specified in the Blainville's Horned Lizard Monitoring Plan. Prepare a report detailing lizard and habitat and threat assessment results and with site specific vegetation management recommendations.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, analyses and monitoring report with management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Blainville's Horned Lizard Monitoring and Report completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Townsend's big-eared bat Plecotus townsendii pallescens
Goal: Protect Townsend's big-eared bat diurnal, nocturnal, and maternity roosts from destruction and human disturbance and enhance foraging habitat within commuting distance of nocturnal and maternity roosts to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG PLETOW-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, annually inspect the vicinity of Townsend's big-eared bat roosts on an annual basis (see Table of Occurrences), taking care not to disturb bats, and use a regional monitoring protocol to collect covariate data on human activities and other threats to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct regional IMG monitoring protocol surveys to quantify signs of human activity near occupied or potential roosts and to identify other potential threats. Care should be taken to avoid disturbing roosting bats. |
In progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Based upon threat evaluation, determine if routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
Unknown |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to the MSP web portal. |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual monitoring of Townsend's big-eared bat completed |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG PLETOW-3
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2017, perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2018, 2019
SO
MGT-PRP-MGTPL PLETOW-4
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2018-2019, prepare a management plan for Townsend's big-eared bat that prioritizes management actions to protect roosts from disturbance, ensures sufficient roosts for seasonal temperature requirements and for reproduction, and enhances foraging habitat using data from annual roost monitoring and recommendations from the Townsend's big-eared bat research study.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Prioritize management actions, focusing on reducing threats and expanding occurrences in areas most likely to remain viable over the long-term in the context of future land development. |
available for implementation |
|
PRP-2 |
Identify areas where Townsends big-eared bat and pallid bat management can be complimentary. |
available for implementation |
|
PRP-3 |
Develop a plan for Townsends big-eared bat that prioritizes management actions for the next five years and details tasks, lead entities, responsibilities, and timelines, budgets. |
available for implementation |
|
PRP-4 |
Submit management plan to MSP web portal |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management Plan for Townsend's big-eared bat prepared by 2018 |
2021 |
San Diego mesa mint Pogogyne abramsii
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore vernal pool habitat on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF and SL species (i.e., California Orcutt grass, Otay mesa mint, San Diego button-celery, San Diego mesa mint, spreading navarretia, Riverside fairy shrimp, San Diego fairy shrimp, and western spadefoot) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats, such as altered hydrology, climate change and invasive plants, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
VF
MON-IMP-MONPL POGABR-1
Management units: 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual surveys for San Diego mesa mint in occupied, historically occupied and potentially suitable vernal pools to determine cover clases in each basin and cover of each nonnative species using a standardize protocol as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Nonnative cover classes will be combined to determine if management triggers for Level 1, 2 or 3 management are met. Management recommendations will be made, noting individual nonnative species that pose a threat to direct specific management actions. Management actions will be implemented annually as part of the general vernal pool habitat management objectives for different management levels (ML1, ML2, ML3).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Surveys Completed with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
Otay mesa mint Pogogyne nudiuscula
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore Otay mesa mint occupied and historically occupied habitat to create self-sustaining populations that are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats, such as altered hydrology, climate change and invasive plants, and will be likely to persist over the long-term (>100 years).
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MONPL POGNUD-1
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual surveys for Otay mesa mint in occupied, historically occupied and potentially suitable vernal pools to determine cover clases in each basin and cover of each nonnative species using a standardize protocol as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Nonnative cover classes will be combined to determine if management triggers for Level 1, 2 or 3 management are met. Management recommendations will be made, noting individual nonnative species that pose a threat to direct specific management actions. Management actions will be implemented annually as part of the general vernal pool habitat management objectives for different management levels (ML1, ML2, ML3).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Surveys Completed with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
Mountain lion Puma concolor
Goal: Enhance and expand areas occupied by mountain lion in San Diego County in large interconnected blocks (>1,000 acres) of suitable natural vegetation surrounded by a limited number of high use roads, and increase connectivity (and reduce potential road mortality) between occupied and suitable habitat areas to allow expansion and movement of mountain lion occurrences within San Diego County and adjacent counties to increase effective population size to sustainable levels and work to reduce depredation on livestock to ensure persistence in the MSPA over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SL
MGT-PRP-LINKPL PUMCON-3
Management units: 5, 8, 9, 10
Beginning in 2017 and based on linkage assessment results, prepare Linkage Implementation Plan that outlines specific locations and recommendations for improving mountain lion and deer connectivity across SR 78, 76, 79 and other priority roads in MU s 5, 8, 9, and 10.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Linkage Implementation Plans will identify the locations and design criteria for needed wildlife crossing infrastructure for priority roads and highways in MUs 5, 8, 9, and 10, including locations for road under/overcrossings and barrier fences to funnel lions and other wildlife to crossing locations for priority highways and roads |
waiting for precedent action |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit data and reports to MSP web portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Mountain lion and deer linkage implementation plan completed for MU 5, 8, 9 and 10 by 2019 |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-LINKPL PUMCON-4
Management units: 5, 8, 9, 10
Beginning in 2019, implement linkage enhancement actions outlined in linkage evaluations and linkage implementation plans
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
As funding becomes available, implement priority wildlife crossing improvements for MU 5, 8, 9, 10 and other priority roads. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management actions to improve connectivity for mountain lions and deer implemented |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-LINKPL PUMCON-5
Management units: 5, 8, 9, 10
Beginning in 2019, monitor implementation and effectiveness of linkage enhancements actions for mountain lions and other species, including mule deer.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit Metadata, data, and report to MSP web portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring data submitted to MSP web portal within one year of management actions being completed. |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019
SL
MGT-DEV-BMP PUMCON-6
Management units: 5, 8, 9, 10
Beginning in 2017, support efforts by UC Davis Wildlife Health Center and others to test the effectiveness of various methods to deter mountain lions and other native predators from preying on livestock/domestic animals in locations where depredation permits have been issued in recent past, with the goal of reducing depredation permits by 50%.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Best Practices for Reducing native predator take of domestic livestock developed and disseminated to landowners. |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MGT-IMP-BMP PUMCON-7
Management units: 5, 8, 9, 10
Beginning in 2019, implement Best Management Practices for deterring mountain lions and other predators from preying on livestock/domestic animals with the goal of reducing depredation permits by 50%.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit Metadata, data, and management actions to MSP web portal. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
BMPs implemented to reduce mountain lion predation on domestic animals |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-DEV-BMP PUMCON-8
Management units: 5, 8, 9, 10
Beginning in 2019, monitor the effectiveness of BMPs implemented to deter mountain lions and other predators from preying on livestock/domestic animals.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
DEV-1 |
Implement field studies to assess effectiveness of BMPs in reducing livestock predation by mountain lions and other native predators |
Unknown |
|
DEV-2 |
Monitor rate of depredation permits to evaluate if BMPs are having desired effect on reducing lion mortalities. |
Unknown |
|
DEV-3 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring data and results to MSP web portal. |
Unknown |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring effectiveness of BMPs implemented within one year of management actions |
2021 |
Light-footed Ridgway's rail Rallus longirostris levipes
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore light-footed Ridgway's rail occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-CAPR RALOBS-1
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017 to 2021, continue the existing captive rearing and release efforts for Rideway's rail implememted by the wildlife agencies.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Implement management actions specified by the wildlife agencies for recovery of light-footed Ridgway's rail. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Wildlife Agency specified management actions completed |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG RALOBS-2
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017 to 2021, annually inspect the existing occurrences of Ridgway's rail to identify necessary management actions in order to support the expansion of the occurrence to self sustaining levels.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct regional IMG monitoring protocol survey locations and habitat, assess status, and quantify potential threats. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Based upon threat evaluation, determine if routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with management recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG RALOBS-3
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017-2021, perform routine management activities such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform management activities protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to MSP web portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
riparian forest & scrub
Goal: Maintain, enhance and restore riparian forest and scrub on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF species (i.e., California newt, yellow-breasted chat) and to incidentally benefit a diverse array of other species (e.g., arroyo toad, southwestern pond turtle, least Bell's vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, Townsend's big-eared bat) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to invasive pests and disease pathogens, environmental stochasticity, threats and catastrophic disturbances, such as very large wildfires and intense and prolonged drought, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional
NFO
2019, 2020
MON-PRP-MONPL RIPFOR-2
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Beginning in 2019, prepare a riparian forest and scrub vegetation monitoring plan for Conserved Lands in the MSPA to assess tree mortality and recruitment, track community composition, structure and ecological integrity, and to document threats and assess environmental conditions. Prepare the riparian forest and scrub monitoring to integrate where feasible or bulid upon the results of other monitoring projects such as oak woodland vegetation monitoring and shothole borer/Fusarium complex monitoring. The monitoring plan should include a conceptual model, specific monitoring questions, the sampling frame within the MSPA, monitoring methods, a statistically valid sampling design, permanent sampling locations, timeline, and standardized protocols. Use the Riparian Forest and Scrub Tree Mortality map to help develop a sampling frame and stratified sampling design with permanent sampling plots spanning north to south and east to west environmental gradients across the MSPA. Evaluate ecological integrity at monitoring sites by integrating other types of monitoring into the long-term sampling plots, such as abiotic element monitoring (e.g., automated weather stations and soil sensors, GIS-data layers), ecological integrity monitoring (e.g., plant and animal communities, ecological processes), MSP VF species monitoring, and threats monitoring (e.g., fire, climate change, disease, invasive animals and invasive plants).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
PRP-1 |
Establish a vegetation monitoring working group of scientists, wildlife agencies, land managers, and other stakeholders to participate in developing the vegetation monitoring plan. The group should also include interested parties from outside the MSPA, such as representatives from other multiple species plans in Orange and Riverside Counties and from San Diego County military bases, to create a regional monitoring program with greater efficiencies in effort and a broader inference across southern California. |
waiting for precedent action |
|
PRP-2 |
Submit project metadata and the Riparian Forest and Scrub Vegetation Monitoring Plan to the MSP web portal |
waiting for precedent action |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Riparian Forest and Scrub Vegetation Monitoring Plan completed by 2020 |
2021 |
Small-leaved rose Rosa minutifolia
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing small-leaved rose occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and improve chances of persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SS
MGT-IMP-IMG ROSMIN-2
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2017, conduct routine management actions as identified through the IMG monitoring conducted in 2016 and 2021 at the small-leaved rose occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table). Depending on the type and level of threat, management should be conducted as needed, not necessarily every year, and using BMPs with precautions to do no harm.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to less than 20% absolute cover. |
on hold |
|
IMP-1 |
Perform as needed routine management activities, such as protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing and enforcement and controlling invasive non-native plant species to less than 20% absolute cover. |
available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata and management data to the MSP Web Portal. |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Routine Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Western spadefoot Spea hammondii
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore vernal pool habitat on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF and SL species (i.e., California Orcutt grass, Otay mesa mint, San Diego button-celery, San Diego mesa mint, spreading navarretia, Riverside fairy shrimp, San Diego fairy shrimp, and western spadefoot) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats, such as altered hydrology, climate change and invasive plants, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
VF
MON-IMP-MONPL SPEHAM-1
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual surveys for western spadefoot in vernal pools to determine distribution and status and to assess habitat conditions and threats. Management recommendations will be made and implemented annually as part of the general vernal pool habitat management objectives for different management levels (ML1, ML2, ML3).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
On hold |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Surveys Completed with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
California least tern Sternula antillarum browni
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore California least tern occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-PRED STEANT-1
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017-2021, annually conduct predator control at breeding least tern colonies before and during the nesting season to improve fledgling success. Include tracking of predator-tern interactions to provide real-time data to improve control efforts during the breeding season.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct predator control prior to breeding and during the breeding season to control the various taxa (e.g. mammals, reptiles, birds, inverebrates) that prey on adult, nestling, and fledgling least terns. |
in progress |
|
IMP-2 |
Submit data and reports to MSP web portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Predator Control Implemented and Reports Completed Annually |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-PRED STEANT-2
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017-2021, monitor the effectiveness of predator control at least tern colonies and monitor overall tern predator status and trend to identify larger issues potentially affecting other MSP species and to improve management effectiveness.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit monitoring data and reports to MSP web portal |
available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Monitoring completed and data and report submitted within 1 year of management actions being completed. |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-SURV-SPEC STEANT-3
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017 to 2021, continue the existing survey efforts for California least tern implemented by the wildlife agencies and military.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
In progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Least Tern Surveys and Reports Completed Annually |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MON-IMP-IMG STEANT-4
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017 to 2021, annually inspect the existing nest sites for California least tern, taking precautions to avoid disturbance during the nesting season, to identify necessary management actions in order to support the expansion of the occurrence to self sustaining levels.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Conduct regional IMG monitoring protocol survey locations and habitat, assess status, and quantify potential threats. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-2 |
Based upon threat evaluation, determine if routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
Available for implementation |
|
IMP-3 |
Submit monitoring data and management recommendations to MSP web portal |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed Annually with management recommendations |
2021 |
local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SO
MGT-IMP-IMG STEANT-5
Management units: 1, 7
From 2017-2021, perform routine management activities such as invasives removal, sand replenishment, nest prep, and protecting occurrences from disturbance through fencing, signage, and enforcement.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Management Completed as Needed Based Upon Monitoring Recommendations |
2021 |
Riverside fairy shrimp Streptocephalus woottoni
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore Riverside fairy shrimp occupied and historically occupied habitat to create resilient, self-sustaining populations that provide for persistence over the long-term (>100 years).
local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
SL
MON-IMP-MONPL STRWOO-1
Management units: 3
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual qualitative surveys during the wet season to determine the presence of Riverside fairy shrimp in vernal pools on Conserved Lands. Every 3 years conduct dry season quantitative cyst soil sampling at a rotating panel of vernal pools to determine the density of San Diego fairy shrimp cysts, as identified by genetic analysis. Use methods and protocols specified in the City of San Diego Vernal Pool Management and Monitoring Plan (VPMMP; 2015) . Determine whether the pools fall into Level 1 (stable), Level 2 (enhancement) or Level 3 (restoration) management categories based on the presence of shrimp among pools in each complex and track increases or declines in cyst densities over 3 monitoring years to determine if movement is triggered between management categories as identified in the VPMMP. If there is sufficient decline in Riverside fairy shrimp cyst density to trigger an increase in management levels as identified in the VPMMP, then more intensive monitoring is required to determine topographic or hydrologic disturbances as described in the VPMMP.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and monitoring reports with management and Monitoring recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
Available for implementation |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Annual Qualitative Surveys Conducted for Riverside Fairy Shrimp and Quantitative Cyst Sampling Every 3 Years with Reports Completed |
2021 |
American badger Taxidea taxus
Goal: Enhance and expand areas occupied by American badger in San Diego County in large interconnected blocks (>1,000 acres) of suitable natural vegetation surrounded by a limited number of high use roads, and increase connectivity (and reduce potential road mortality) between occupied and suitable habitat areas to allow expansion and movement of badger occurrences and to ensure persistence in the MSPA over the long-term (>100 years).
regional
NFO
2019, 2020
SL
MON-RES-SPEC TAXTAX-1
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2019-2020, continue the study begun in 2014 to: determine the locations of American badgers in western San Diego County (see occurrence table); to assess and analyze occurrence status, identify and characterize suitable habitat, and evaluate threats; to record movement patterns to determine the risk of direct mortality from existing and planned future roads; and to examine ways to improve badger connectivity between IMAs and reduce mortality (e.g. culverts, bridges, fencing, etc.). Use the study results to prepare specific management recommendations for badger habitat management and for connectivity enhancement within the MSPA.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Conduct badger surveys to determine spatial and temporal distribution of badgers, assess habitat, and collect threat covariate data. |
in progress |
|
RES-2 |
Conduct badger information outreach with hotline for the public to report badger detections. |
unknown |
|
RES-3 |
Utilize species experts and veterinarians (through workshops or other collaborative means) to develop techniques to safely attach satellite transmitter packages to track the movement of American badger. |
in progress |
|
RES-4 |
Use satellite transmitters and other methods as appropriate to examine the movement patterns of badgers in San Diego County and to determine high risk areas for badgers crossing roads and priority areas for fencing and under crossings. High priority areas for the study should include areas within or adjacent to badger IMAs where traffic volume is anticipated to increase in the next 5-10 years. The study results should include recommendations for locations and types of structures (including fencing) needed to allow safe movement of badger. |
|
|
RES-5 |
All badgers captured as part of studies should have their rodenticide levels evaluated and genetic samples collected. |
in progress |
|
RES-6 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and reports including results, analyses, and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
in progress |
|
Criteria |
Deadline year |
In 2020, Completed Badger Habitat and Connectivity Study Report |
2021 |
regional
NFO
2019, 2020
SL
MON-RES-GEN TAXTAX-2
Management units: 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11
In 2019-2020, continue the study begun in 2014 to determine the population genetics of American badger in western San Diego County (see occurrence table), within the range of T. t. Jeffersoni, to determine the extent of connectivity between badger occurrences and if possible, the number and relationship of existing individuals, and use this information to determine where to prioritize connectivity enhancements and whether or not existing occurrences of American badger are self-sustaining.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RES-1 |
Collect and analyze genetic data from the badgers using scat, hair traps, and captured individuals to determine the abundance and location of individual badgers in the MSPA. |
in progress |
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RES-1 |
Collect and analyze genetic data from the badgers using scat, hair traps, and captured individuals to determine the abundance and location of individual badgers in the MSPA. |
in progress |
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RES-2 |
Based upon the genetic results, try to determine effective population size for occurrences in the MSPA. |
in progress |
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RES-3 |
Evaluate population genetic structure to determine if there is connectivity between badger occurrences in the MSPA. |
in progress |
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RES-4 |
Prepare management recommendations to enhance connectivity and to maintain genetic diversity. |
in progress |
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RES-5 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and reports including results, analyses, and management recommendations to the MSP WebPortal. |
in progress |
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Criteria |
Deadline year |
In 2020, Completed Badger Genetics Report |
2021 |
Parry's tetracoccus Tetracoccus dioicus
Goal: Maintain or enhance existing Parry's tetracoccus occurrences to ensure multiple conserved occurrences with self sustaining populations to increase resilience to environmental and demographic stochasticity, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure persistence over the long term (>100 years) in chaparral and coastal sage scrub vegetation communities.
regional and/or local
NFO
2019
SS
MON-IMP-IMG TETDIO-1
Management units: 3, 8
In 2019, inspect Parry's tetracoccus occurrences on Conserved Lands (see occurrence table) using the regional rare plant IMG monitoring protocol to record abundance and collect habitat and threats covariate data to determine management needs.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Based upon occurrence status and threats, determine management needs including whether routine management or more intensive management is warranted. |
on hold |
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IMP-2 |
Submit project metadata, monitoring datasets and management recommendations to the MSP Web Portal. |
on hold |
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Criteria |
Deadline year |
Surveys Completed in 2019 with Management Recommendations |
2021 |
Urban development
Goal: The goal for managing the effects of urban development in the preserves is to better understand and reduce the impacts on Conserved Lands where urban development is reducing the population levels and/or viability of MSP species populations.
regional and/or local
NFO
2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-RSUP-TRASH URBDEV-1
Management units: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
From 2017-2021, support land managers in preventing or cleaning up dump sites & trash collection.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
RSUP-1 |
Provide support to land managers for enforcement, signage or fencing, public outreach, or cleanup projects.
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Available for implementation |
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Criteria |
Deadline year |
Project reports submitted within 1 Year of Management Efforts |
2021 |
vernal pools and alkali playa
Goal: Protect, enhance, and restore vernal pool habitat on Conserved Lands in the MSPA that supports or has the potential to support VF and SL species (i.e., California Orcutt grass, Otay mesa mint, San Diego button-celery, San Diego mesa mint, spreading navarretia, Riverside fairy shrimp, San Diego fairy shrimp, and western spadefoot) so that the vegetation community has high ecological integrity, and these species are resilient to environmental stochasticity and threats, such as altered hydrology, climate change and invasive plants, and will be likely to persist over the long term (>100 years).
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-SURV-VEG VERPOO-1
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual qualitative monitoring of all vernal pools on Conserved Lands in the MSPA to document threats such as trampling, dumping and invasive plants, and as defined in the City of San Diego's Vernal Pool Managment and Monitoring Plan (VPMMP; City of San Diego 2015). Qualitative surveys should be conducted during the wet season using standardized protocols and should assess threats, whether pools are inundated, and verify fairy shrimp viability and reproduction. Three visits should be made during the wet season to determine pool inundation. The monitoring results should be used to determine the overall disturbance category (i.e., Levels 1-3), formulate management recommendations and to determine whether more comprehensive threats monitoring is required.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and annual Vernal Pool Management and Monitoring Report with results and management recommendations to the MSP web portal |
Available for implementation |
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Criteria |
Deadline year |
Qualitative Monitoring conducted annually and report submitted with management recommendations |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-SURV-VEG VERPOO-2
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct baseline hydrological surveys of vernal pools on Conserved Lands in the MSPA to characterize the hydrology of each basin within a vernal pool complex and prepare a report with survey results for each pool complex. Use a standardized methodology and protocol to determine maximum pool depth, define pool inlet and outlets, and geomorphic setting of the complex, as described in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015).
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
SURV-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and annual Vernal Pool Management and Monitoring Report with results and management recommendations to the MSP web portal |
Available for implementation |
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Criteria |
Deadline year |
Baseline Hydrological Surveys completed in all vernal pools by 2022 and report submitted |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MON-EVAL-DIST VERPOO-3
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Starting in 2018, conduct a topographic disturbance assessment if annual qualitiative monitoring indicates there is topographical and/or hydrological disturbance at a vernal pool (see City of San Diego VPMMP). Measure maximum pool depth for each basin, determine inlet and outlet locations. These data can be compared against baseline hydrological survey data to inform management recommendations. If there is a need to reconstruct a basin because of disturbance, then monitoring should be repeated to determine if the restored pool has achieved hydrological function.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
EVAL-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and annual Vernal Pool Management and Monitoring Report with results and management recommendations to the MSP web portal |
On hold |
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Criteria |
Deadline year |
Topographic Disturbance Assessment completed as needed and report submitted |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-VPML1 VERPOO-4
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct annual routine stewardship management to maintain vernal pool habitat and existing MSP species populations as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Level 1 pools are those where little maintenance is needed, other than routine access patrols and enforcement, removal of trash and debris, edge effects maintenance (e.g., offsite erosion control and irrigation management), maintaining fencing and signage, reparing trespass damage, repairing minor topographic disturbances, and controlling invasive plants for MSP species and general habitat maintenance (2 visits per spring).
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Level 1 Management implemented annually and report submitted |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-VPML2 VERPOO-5
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct Level 2 management to enhance and stabilize vernal pool habitat and MSP species that monitoring has shown to be in decline based on VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015) management triggers. Level 2 management includes implementing all Level 1 actions in addition to other more intensive management. This more intensive management includes mechanized and hand repair to baseline conditions those moderate topographic disturbances that affect pool integrity, ponding potential and overall size as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Vernal pools with MSP species should be dethatched as needed to clear thatch from vernal pool basins and in = 20-foot surrounding site-specific management buffers followed up with invasive plant control 2 times in the spring. General invasive plant control should be conducted in other vernal pool basins and/or associated upland watersheds, with the number of visits increased to 3 per year. For Level 2 management, seed banking, bulking and redistribution may be needed to enhance declining populations of MSP plant species. For declining MSP fairy shrimp populations, additional monitoring is required to determine what is causing the decline followed by management to mitigate the threat. Shrimp cysts may need to be collected from other pools in the complex and redistributed into the impacted pool, although with no collection from pools containing Lindahl's fairy shrimp. Off-site cyst collection may be implemented if there is no on-site cyst bank or it is too depauperate.
Criteria |
Deadline year |
Level 2 Management implemented as needed and report submitted |
2021 |
Regional and/or Local
NFO
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
MGT-IMP-VPML3 VERPOO-6
Management units: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Beginning in 2018, conduct Level 3 management to restore vernal pool habitat and MSP species that monitoring has shown to be in decline or in very poor condition based on VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015) management triggers. Level 3 management includes implementing all Level 1 actions in addition to other more intensive management. This more intensive management includes restoring existing pools to increase populaitons of MSP species, mechanized and hand repair to baseline conditions those extensive topographic disturbances that affect pool integrity, ponding potential and overall size as defined in the VPMMP (City of San Diego 2015). Vernal pools with MSP species should be dethatched as needed to clear thatch from vernal pool basins and in a 35-foot watershed management buffer followed up with invasive plant control 4 times in the spring. General invasive plant control should be conducted in other vernal pool basins and/or associated upland watersheds, with the number of visits increased to 4 per year. For Level 3 management, some MSP species may be absent from the seed bank, requiring off-site collection from genetically appropriate populations, bulking and redistribution to restore the MSP species seed bank. Container plantings may also be needed to restore MSP species. For declining MSP fairy shrimp populations, additional monitoring is required to determine what is causing the decline followed by management to mitigate the threat. Shrimp cysts may need to be collected from other pools in the complex and redistributed into the impacted pool, although with no collection from pools containing Lindahl's fairy shrimp. Off-site cyst collection may be implemented if there is no on-site cyst bank or it is too depauperate.
Action |
Statement |
Action status |
Projects |
IMP-1 |
Submit project metadata, datasets, and annual Vernal Pool Management and Monitoring Report with results and management recommendations to the MSP web portal |
On hold |
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Criteria |
Deadline year |
Level 3 Management implemented as needed and report submitted |
2021 |