In developing the strategic plan provided for by section 10308, subsection 5, paragraph A and reviewing and awarding grant proposals submitted pursuant to section 10308, subsection 5, paragraph B, the board shall consider whether a project involves:

1.__Fisheries and wildlife and habitat conservation.__For the category of fisheries and wildlife and habitat conservation:

A.__A species or species group adversely affected due to lack of management or habitat loss;

B.__A species or species group that is adversely affected due to unusual vulnerability to man-made disturbances and requirements for a special or limited habitat type;

C.__Measurable benefits vital to the future welfare of a species or species group; and

D.__Available matching funds;

2.__Acquisition and management of public lands, parks, wildlife conservation areas, and public access and outdoor recreation sites and facilities.__For the category of acquisition and management of public lands, parks, wildlife conservation areas, and public access and outdoor recreation sites and facilities:

A.__Public recreation opportunities of statewide or regional significance;

B.__Fish or wildlife habitat of statewide or regional significance;

C.__Habitat of a threatened or endangered species listed under state or federal law;

D.__Rare or exemplary natural communities or ecosystems as determined by the State's Natural Areas Program database;

E.__Lands or areas providing for public recreation opportunities of statewide or regional significance;

F.__Rare or exemplary geological features;

G.__Areas with proximity to lands dedicated to conservation purposes or public recreation or with access to lands or waters with significant natural resources values; and