Environment DEC
From the February 2005 issue
Grants Available for Water Quality Improvement Projects New York City Watershed Protection Program
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Erin M. Crotty today announced that grant applications are now being accepted for Water Quality Improvement Projects (WQIP) under the New York City Watershed Protection Program. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2005.
Grants are available to
safeguard drinking water
supplies
"These grants will enable us to build upon the success of our water improvement and education programs," Commissioner Crotty said. "The New York City Watershed is one of the most environmentally important regions in the northeast, and the critical work being done in the watershed is essential for the future health of the region, its communities, and the drinking water supply. This funding is instrumental in supporting projects that further protect and safeguard the largest unfiltered drinking water supply in the nation."
The New York City Watershed Protection Program will be advanced through funding from the federal Safe Drinking Water Act Grant Program. For federal fiscal year 2005, $1 million will be available for Non-Point Source Abatement; Assessment, Planning and Research; and Outreach and Education projects in the New York City Watershed.
A new WQIP 2005 Application Form must be submitted to be considered for funding. Applications from previous years will not be carried over.
Application materials for Water Quality Improvement Projects have been mailed to each municipality in the watershed. Copies are also available by calling DEC's Division of Water at (518) 402-8164. All project applications must be postmarked by February 28, 2005.
