Before any monies are granted pursuant to section 45-2113, and by July 1, 1995, and every three years thereafter, the commission shall develop in conjunction with the department guidelines for applicants for funding. Guidelines shall include the following:
1. Delineation of geographic areas in this state where protection and restoration will be emphasized.2. Identification of issues of concern.3. Types of measures needed to address issues of concern.4. A requirement that the applicant include a description of the relationship between the proposed project and existing plans, reports and information that are relevant to the proposed project.