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wildlife use; determine how elevations are affecting diversity and composition; and assess water quality as needed. This monitoring data will be used to document trends and to guide other restoration efforts that the County may implement along the IRL. Data will be available for use by others for research or restoration efforts. A detailed monitoring plan for the site will be developed as part of the design and engineering process. Baseline monitoring will be conducted prior to project implementation to document site conditions. It is anticipated that long-term proposed monitoring activities may include: > Photographic Monitoring: Establishment of photo stations to document conditions within the wetlands over time. > Vegetative Monitoring: Establishment sampling methods to document diversity and cover within the wetlands and uplands. > Hydrologic Monitoring: Installation of staff gauges as needed to verify water levels during monitoring events and other needed timeframes. > Sediment Monitoring: Inspection of the system to detect any areas of significant erosion that may cause problems in wetland operation. The County may also elect to conduct baseline and periodic benthic analyses to evaluate trends and compare to data from other parts of the IRL. > Water Quality Monitoring: As part of the monitoring of the site, data including temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH may be collected. Samples to determine influent and effluent levels of specific nutrients may be included as part of the proposed monitoring to evaluate the level of water quality enhancement provided by flow -way created wetlands that may be incorporated into the project design. > Wildlife Assessment: Collection of observed wildlife species on the LTICA will help guide adaptive management planning efforts. Site management will focus on maximizing potential habitat by incorporating strategies enhance foraging, loafing and breeding opportunities. Monitoring data will be used to further agency efforts detailed within various species recovery plans. To supplement the proposed monitoring plan, an adaptive maintenance plan will be developed for the project. I. Educational Programming As part of the stakeholder engagement process, the County will develop educational information for viewing and distribution at meetings. This information may include educational boards focusing on challenges facing the Lagoon (IRLNEP Vital Signs), and informational materials describing the importance of the LTICA habitat plan, and specific ecological benefits. VI. TASK IDENTIFICATION: Task 1: Council's Initial Project Executive Summary sheet: The County will prepare and submit Council's Initial Project Executive Summary Sheet Task 2: Procurement of Contractor: The County will generate a Request for Proposal, advertise, select, and award the project agreement once the contract is executed. Task 3: Additional Baseline Data Collection: The county will collect additional data as outlined in Section V.C. above. Task 4: Development of a Conceptual Plan: The County will develop a conceptual habitat enhancement plan for use in regulatory and stakeholder engagement meetings. This plan will present a formative strategy for the eventual development of the engineered plan and will be used to solicit input from 39