Updated Application Materials Now Available

OPC has made important updates to the Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program application materials. These updates aim to provide clearer guidance and better support for applicants, including changes to funding availability, an adjusted timeline for Track 2 (implementation) projects, and expanded project categories. Notably, the updates now clearly differentiate between single jurisdiction and multi-jurisdictional San Francisco Bay subregional adaptation plans, consistent with the draft Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plan (RSAP) Guidelines.

Upcoming Deadlines:

• December 20, 2024 – Submission deadline for project consideration at the February 2025 Council meeting.
  • For applicants interested in applying by the December 20 deadline, an Office Hour will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Register for the Office Hour

Key Updates to the Application Materials Include:

• Funding Availability: Revised information on available SB 1 funds.
• Track 2 Release Date: Updated timeline for Track 2 submissions, with the solicitation for competitive Track 2 (implementation) projects anticipated to be released mid-2025.
• Project Categories: Clear distinction between single jurisdiction and multi-jurisdictional San Francisco Bay subregional adaptation plans, in alignment with the draft RSAP.
• Application Requirements: Clarifications on full proposal components, including project area maps, budget justifications, and conditional requirements for letters of support and commitment.
• New Resources: Supplemental questionnaire for applicants submitting proposals to complete San Francisco Bay Subregional Adaptation Plans.

For full details and to view all updated materials, visit the SB 1 Funding Webpage.