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. 1. Delineation of geographic areas in this state where protection and restoration will be emphasized.
2. 2. Identification of issues of concern.
3. 3. Types of measures needed to address issues of concern.
4. 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.