SAMPLE LETTER OF REQUEST
FOR A
SECTION 204 STUDY
Colonel Patrick V. Kinsman
District Commander
U.S. Army Engineer District, Norfolk
803 Front St
Norfolk, VA 23510
ATTN: Planning Branch
Dear Colonel Kinsman:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992, as amended, the (state, city, county, town, non-profit organization) is requesting Corps of Engineers assistance in addressing an ecosystem restoration or storm damage protection problem using dredged material at (name and location of the project opportunity with an associated federal navigation project).
We are fully aware of the following non-Federal requirements associated with projects under the Section 204 authority.
Feasibility Phase: Funded 100% by the Federal government.
Design and Implementation Phase: The non-Federal sponsor is responsible for costs of all lands, easements, relocations and disposal areas. If this amount is less than 35% of the total project cost, the non-Federal sponsor must provide either in-kind services or an additional cash contribution to make the total equal 35% of the total project cost.
We are aware that this letter serves as an expression of non-Federal intent to cooperate on this project and is not a contract obligation. Either party may discontinue this effort at any point prior to construction.
· Add any additional information or discussion desired.*
Signed by a Director, Mayor, Town Manager,
or his/her representative