In a formal notice November 26, the Department of Environmental Protection said it would accept Watershed Restoration and Flood Protection Grant applications by March 3.

DEP will accept project applications that address flood projection projects as well as nonpoint source pollution, such as comprehensive watershed plan implementation; legacy sediment and stream restoration; nutrient and sediment trading; long-term operation and maintenance for watershed projects and mine drainage treatment systems; urban and agricultural runoff; and upgrades to on-lot sewage systems.

Eligible projects also could include reducing nonpoint source pollution in watersheds where streams are impaired; designing practices and activities that support water quality trading initiatives; integrating stormwater management and flood protection into watershed management; encouraging the beneficial use of abandoned mine pool water; and integrating air deposition controls and management with mitigating water quality problems.

Applications must be postmarked no later than March 3 and if hand delivered, the package must be received by 4:30 p.m. on March 3. Late submissions will not be considered.

For more information, visit the Growing Greener webpage.

11/25/2005