Summary
Ecosystem resiliency project will improve habitat conditions and long-term ecosystem resiliency for manzanita (arctostaphylos regismontana) through the selective removal of competing woody vegetation while retaining dominant canopy structure, sensitive habitat features, and native forest character. The project will focus on the selective removal of smaller competing trees and understory vegetation, particularly Douglas-fir, tanoak, and other encroaching woody species, to reduce shading, maintain open habitat structure, improve growing conditions for manzanita, and enhance overall ecosystem resiliency. The estimated level of effort for the combined Base Bid and Additive Alternate work is approximately 1,915 vegetation treatment labor hours. Work will generally include hand cutting, limbing, and on-site treatment of vegetation while retaining dominant canopy trees, sensitive habitat features, and native forest structure. Project implementation will emphasize ecological restoration objectives, public safety, and minimal ground disturbance.