Hancock Historic Commission meeting tonight

The Hancock Historic Commission will meet at 6 p.m tonight in the city garage.

Among the items on the agenda is approval of current members term dates, consider the purchase of items for the museum from New Power Tool and approve the color scheme for the museum.

There will also be an opportunity for public comment.

Proposals sought for Bond Falls Mitigation and Enhancement Fund Grant

Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) is now accepting proposals through October 15 for the annual Bond Falls Mitigation and Enhancement Fund (MEF) grant. The goal of the grant is to create tangible, measurable improvements to aquatic and terrestrial environments within the Ontonagon River watershed. This watershed includes UPPCO’s Bond Falls and Victoria Hydroelectric Projects. UPPCO contributes annually to the MEF, which is managed by the Bond Falls Implementation Team (BFIT). BFIT is comprised of representatives from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), United States Forest Service (USFS), Keweenaw Bay Indian Community (KBIC), Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) and other stakeholders.

Applicants must contact a BFIT representative to discuss their proposal during the early stages of project development to ensure the objectives of the MEF grant are met. Proposals should focus on projects that improve aquatic, terrestrial, and/or riparian habitats. Research into the benefits of previous watershed improvements is also eligible for MEF grant funding. For more information visit www.uppco.com and click on Environmental Efforts.