DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Updated May 1, 2009

The ARRA provides funds for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects statewide. The Clean Water State Revolving Fund provides funds to local governments for water pollution control infrastructure including the upgrade and expansion of wastewater, reclaimed water and stormwater facilities. Existing water quality loan and grant program criteria provide the mechanism for determining eligibility for funds and their distribution. The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund provides funds through a federal/state partnership for loans to public water systems for capital improvements. Drinking Water SRF funds are targeted to increasing public health protection and other safe drinking water activities.

The ARRA specifically targets projects under the SRF programs that can move forward quickly and provide the needed improvements to local communities intended under these programs.

A specific requirement for BUY AMERICA goods and materials is a part of the ARRA funding agreements. Buy American Waiver Process

Additionally, Water Quality Planning grants are being provided to assist with local involvement in planning for watershed.

Notice of Intent to Award: The Water Quality Planning Bureau has sent out Notices of Intent to Award letters to the nine recipients of ARRA 604(b) funds. The letters stipulated that the funds will be made available after both parties agree to Scope of Work and have fully executed the resulting contract. Contract will be completed by September 30, 2010. Please see the Water Quality Planning tab for complete listings of projects and recipients.