Governor Cuomo Announces $45 Million in Water Quality Improvement Grants
By Long Island News & PRs
Albany, NY - August 2, 2013 - Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that $45 million in grants are available for Water Quality Improvement Projects (WQIPs) by municipalities, soil and water conservation districts and non-profit organizations. The WQIP program is a competitive, reimbursement grant program for projects that improve water quality, reduce polluted runoff, and restore habitat in New York’s bodies of water. Recipients can be reimbursed 75 percent to 85 percent of the project costs, depending on the type of project. Application deadline is November 8, 2013.
“Investing in clean water projects protects New York’s natural resources and environment while supporting the economy and health of our communities,” Governor Cuomo said. “The State is funding projects that will improve water quality statewide, from controlling polluted runoff and strengthening wastewater treatment facilities to restoring natural habitats and making communities more resilient against severe weather.”
Municipalities, Soil and Water Conservation Districts and not-for-profit corporations are eligible to apply for funding. Funding will be available for projects that focus on:
Municipal wastewater treatment
Polluted runoff abatement and control from non-farm sources
Aquatic habitat restoration
“This grant program provides needed funding to help communities restore local waterbodies,” DEC Commissioner Joe Martens said. “We encourage eligible applicants to review the grant criteria and to apply for funding. These grants decrease pollution in our waterways and improve critical habitat."
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