Summary of Community and Tribal Programs

SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations This document is a summary of some of the available grant programs offered by the Region 7 United States Environmental Protection Agency. Region 7 includes Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska & nine (9) Federally-recognized Tribes. While the list is focused on grants to Tribes & communities, this information does not represent all of EPA’s available grant programs. This listing is not a substitute for each program's Federal Register or solicitation notice &/or regional guidance. For more comprehensive information about EPA’s grant programs, visit the EPA website: http://www.epa.gov and the Federal Register website: www.gpoaccess.gov/fr/index.html. The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance or (CFDA) is a government-wide compendium of Federal programs, projects, services, & activities which provide assistance or benefits to the American public. It contains financial & nonfinancial assistance programs administered by departments & establishments of the Federal government. CFDA website: http://www.cfda.gov/. Also, Tribes can access the American Indian Environmental Office (AIEO) website at http://www.epa.gov/indian/ or go directly to the AIEO grants information at http://www.epa.gov/tribalportal/grantsandfunding/index.htm or the Tribal Compliance Assistance Center at http://www.epa.gov/tribalcompliance/. *February 17, 2009 – The President signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) providing additional funding to states, communities and tribes for specific environmental priorities as identified in this matrix. Detailed descriptions for these grants are in the following pages: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Wastewater Operator Training Grant Program/Technical Assistance Water Pollution Control Program CWA § 106…………… (IA) (KS) (MO) (NE) ……………………………………………………………….…………...(Tribal) Risk Management Program CAA 112(r) Water Quality Management Planning Grants, CWA § 604(b) * Nonpoint Source Implementation (NPS) Grant, CWA § 319 (IA) (KS) (MO) (NE) ………………………………………………………………….…………...(Tribal) Superfund Technical Assistance (TAGS) Environmental Education (EE) Childhood Blood-Lead Screening & Lead Awareness (Educational) Outreach for Indian Tribes (Tribal Lead Grants) State & Tribal Lead-Based Paint Certification & Accreditation Program Grants Environmental Justice Small Grants Solid Waste Disposal Act § 8001 Pollution Prevention (P2) Children’s Health Protection National Environmental Exchange Network Capitalization Grants for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund*….(IA) (KS) (MO) …………………………………………………………………..……….............(NE) Indoor Air Quality Grants Radon Grants Source Reduction Assistance Grants Indian Environmental General Assistance Program (GAP) Grants Kelly Beard-Tittone Regina Kidwell Sabre Germano Tina Lowery Regina Kidwell Sabre Germano Peter Davis Hattie Thomas Denise Morrison Crystal McIntyre Crystal McIntyre Althea Moses Jeannette Kerr Jeannette Kerr Carlin Hafiz Maryane Tremaine Judy Novak Rao Surampalli Bob Dye Bob Dye Jeannette Kerr Heather Hamilton Stanley Holder Aaron Casady Gina Grier Amy Bhesania Chrissy Wolfersberger Jeannette Kerr Debby White Mandy Whitsitt Heather Duncan Jason Daniels (913) 551-7217 (913) 551-7332 (913) 551-7026 (913) 551-7964 (913) 551-7332 (913) 551-7026 (913) 551-7372 (913) 551-7762 (913) 551-7402 (913) 551-7261 (913) 551-7261 (913) 551-7649 (913) 551-7245 (913) 551-7245 (913) 551-7871 (913) 551-7430 (913) 551-7360 (913) 551-7453 (913) 551-7605 (913) 551-7605 (913) 551-7245 (913) 551-7039 (913) 551-7374 (913) 551-7592 20. Clean Air Act §103 Air Program State Grants…………………..............(IA) (KS) ………………………………………………………………………….….…(MO) …………………………………………………………………………….…..(NE) …………………………………………………………………………...…(Tribal) Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Development & Implementation State & Tribal Wetland Program Development Grants Strategic Agricultural Initiative Five Star Restoration Matching Grants Program 21. 22. 23. 24. (913) 551-7078 (913) 551-7147 (913) 551-7864 (913) 551-7245 (913) 551-7886 (913) 551-7311 (913) 551-7640 (913) 551-7443 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Heather Duncan 25. Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP) 26. Capitalization Grants for Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)*……...(NE) Rao Surampalli (913) 551-7640 (913) 551-7453 (913) 551-7360 (913) 551-7275 (913) 551-7773 (913) 551-7628 (913) 551-7357 (913) 551-7568 (913) 551-7786 (913) 551-7874 (913) 551-7649 (913) 551-7147 (913) 551-7147 (913) 551-7353 (913) 551-7761 (913) 523-4793 (913) 551-7268 (913) 551-7353 (913) 551-7761 (913) 523-4793 (913) 551-7268 (913) 551-7353 (913) 551-7761 (913) 523-4793 (913) 551-7268 (913) 551-7353 (913) 551-7761 (913) 523-4793 (913) 551-7268 (515) 284-4612 (913) 551-7438 (573) 636-5223 (402) 437-5080 (515) 284-4612 (913) 551-7332 (913) 551-7332 (913) 551-7332 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. ………………………………………………………………..………(IA)(KS)(MO) Brownfields Assessment Grants* Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Grants* Brownfields Cleanup Grants* Brownfields Job Training Grants* Brownfields Targeted Assessments * Brownfields State/Tribal Response Programs Community Action for a Renewed Environment (CARE) Program Environmental Justice Collaborative Problem Solving Cooperative Agreement National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program* State Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program* Leaking Underground Storage Tanks*………...................................................(IA) ……………………………………………………………………………….. (KS) ………………………………………………………………………………..(MO) ………………………………………………………………………………..(NE) LUST Trust Fund - Energy Policy Act - Prevention …...................................(IA) ………………………………………………………….……………..…….. (KS) ………………………………………………………….……………..……..(MO) ………………………………………………………………………………..(NE) LUST Trust Fund Corrective Action…….…….…..........................................(IA) ………………………………………………………….………..………….. (KS) ………………………………………………………….………..…………..(MO) ………………………………………………………………………………..(NE) Underground Storage Tanks – STAG – Prevention ……..................................(IA) ………………………………………………………….……………..……... (KS) ………………………………………………………….……………..……..(MO) ………………………………………………………………………………..(NE) State FIFRA Performance Partnership Grants………….................................. (IA) (KS) (MO) (NE) Tribal Pesticide Circuit Rider Grant Public Water System Supervision Underground Injection Control Program Water Security Grants Judy Novak Devin Pollock Jim Seiler Deb Kennedy Ina Square Ron King Susan Klein Kathleen Fenton Althea Moses Amy Bhesania Amy Bhesania Victoria Matthews Bjorn Brinkman Jim Clemenson Linda Garwood Victoria Matthews Bjorn Brinkman Jim Clemenson Linda Garwood Victoria Matthews Bjorn Brinkman Jim Clemenson Linda Garwood Victoria Matthews Bjorn Brinkman Jim Clemenson Linda Garwood Craig Thomson Todd Phillips Walter Roachell Dick Wiechman Craig Thomson Reggie Kidwell Reggie Kidwell Reggie Kidwell Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 1. Wastewater Operator Training Grant Program (Technical Assistance) CWA § 104 (g) CFDA 66.467 Grants for on-site training/technical assistance for small communities to get back in compliance with their NPDES permit. To substantially enhance the proficiency of personnel engaged in the operations & maintenance of treatment works & related activities by financing pilot programs. 2. Water Pollution Control Program CWA § 106 Grants CFDA 66.419 To protect water resources by conducting the following activities; to conduct ambient monitoring. Develop water quality inventories under CWA §305; develop continuing planning process (CPP); list impaired waters required under CWA §303(d) compliance/enforcement, combined sewer overflow (CSO), biosolids (sludge) management, groundwater, NPDES permits, stormwater, pretreatment, & administration. 3. Risk Management Program Clean Air Act §112(r) CFDA 66.810 The primary focus of this project is to conduct compliance assistance site visits to RMP facilities. During these compliance assistance site visits, the State investigator will tour the sites, interview representatives, offer guidance in correcting deficiencies & continue to support & monitor the establishment until RMP compliance is achieved. IDALS will maintain a tracking database & provide EPA & the LEPC information on the facility’s progress to meet the federal regulations. States, tribes & local Agencies Purpose Eligible Applicants State agencies (State Training Centers; State Environmental Agencies) or the designated organizations of the states & federallyrecognized tribes. The Indian Health Service has provided technical assistance to the federally-recognized tribes. Additionally, a “not for profit institution” may also apply for funding if acting as a designated organization of the state. States, tribes, & interstate agencies. States may subcontract activities. Announcement Date Application Due Date Available in January Application Due Dates are set by the Region. Tentative award by September 30. Contact EPA Region 7 States: per Guidance: June 1 per CWA: July 1 (Funds are allotted among the states on the basis of the extent of the pollution problems) Tribes: Contact EPA Region 7 Usually 60 days after the grant application is received by EPA States FY 09 $169,900 Tribes contact EPA Region 7 May June Selection Date Award Amount Usually 60 days after the grant application is received by EPA FY09 Avg. $24,650 per State Usually 60 days after the grant application is received by EPA $75,000 (1 to 4 grants will be selected.) Matching Share Generally 25% match of the requested federal amt may be waived in certain cases Assistance supports the allowable direct cost expenditures incidental to program performance. Allocable portions of indirect cost in accordance with applicable OMB circulars. States MOE Tribes contact EPA Region 7 •Establish and maintain adequate measures for prevention and control of surface and ground water pollution from both point and nonpoint sources. •States: adopt new comprehensive monitoring strategies and develop statistically-valid monitoring networks; support of cost-effective water quality management decisions; implement concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOS) and storm water permit programs; and support EPA in implementing the Permitting for Environmental Results Strategy (PERS). States - Regina Kidwell (913) 551-7332 Tribes - Sabre Germano (913) 551-7026 None Priorities Chemical Emergency Preparedness & Prevention Contact Kelly Beard-Tittone (913) 551-7217 Tina Lowery (913) 551-7964 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 4. Water Quality Management Planning Grants CWA § 604(b) CFDA 66.454 Allotment of funds to carry out planning under CWA §s 205(j) & 303 (e) includes ARRA funding* 5. Nonpoint Source (NPS) Implementation Grants CWA § 319 CFDA 66.460 6. Superfund Technical Assistance (TAGS) CFDA 66.806 Purpose Financial assistance to state water quality agency for development & revising water quality standards, developing the list of impaired waters & TMDL’s required under CWA §303(d), developing water quality inventories required under CWA §305(b), maintaining continuing planning process as required under §303(e) & supporting water quality planning program development. State Water Quality Agencies. Sub-agreements may be made with Regional planning agencies to support water quality planning efforts which significantly contribute to overall state water pollution control program. Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 The 319 grants are used by states and tribes to implement Nonpoint source Management Programs in accordance with §319 of the Clean Water Act. Emphasis of 319 programs is development & implementation of watershed-based plans. To assist communities in hiring an independent expert to help them interpret technical data, understand site hazards & become more knowledgeable about the different technologies that maybe used to clean up a Superfund site so the community can make informed decisions. Eligible Applicants Only states and tribes water quality agencies can receive 319 grants directly from EPA. Other agencies & non-profit & public organizations can apply to the state for §319 subgrantee funds. Contact state programs for call for proposals & schedules. Contact EPA Region 7 or State Program Contact EPA Region 7 Community groups affected by a Superfund site that is proposed or listed on the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL). Announcement Date 0Application Due Date Selection Date Contact EPA Region 7 Applications may be submitted after a site is proposed or placed on the NPL. After community notification period (30 to 60 days) application review & processing time, & approval Up to $50,000 per NPL site. Additional funds may be available at complex sites. Award Amount FY 09 $100,000 Base *IA $538,636 *MO $1,103,286 *KS $359,235 *NE $203,563 States/territories: $519,600 to $10,271,100 (FY 09); $3,433,536 (FY 09). Indian Tribes: base grants $30,000; competitive grants up to $150,000 (FY 09) 319 Grant Funding requires a 40% nonfederal cost share. State Water Quality Agency is the lead for implementing the state NPS program & solicits applications for subgrant agreements to implement watershed based NPS projects. Tribes contact EPA Region 7. The 319 grant program continues to emphasize the watershed approach, & funds watershed plan implementation intended to result in NPS pollutant load reduction & water quality restoration & protection. National 319 Grants Guidelines are available at: http://www.epa.gov/OWOW/NPS/cwact.html Matching Share No match required on 604(b) grant 20% non-federal government matching share required; in-kind contributions may be used to meet this match. Priorities Activities support States& EPA’s priorities & environmental goals. Statesare encouraged to direct grant resources to priority activities in watersheds & CBEP approaches to ecosystem protection. (In general §604(b) funds support planning & §106 funds support implementation. of programs. Highlights of the application process are as follows: • One TAG grant per NPL site • EPA notifies the community of TAG availability through public notice (local newspaper & direct mailing.) • EPA notifies interested communities upon receipt of the first letter of intent announcing group plans to apply for a TAG. • EPA encourages community groups to consolidate through the primary applicant rather than compete for the grant. (This provides technical assistance to the most widely representative group of individuals possible.) Hattie Thomas (913) 551-7762 Contact Regina Kidwell (913) 551-7332 States Sabre Germano (913) 551-7026 Tribes Peter Davis (913) 551-7372 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 7. Environmental Education & Training Program CFDA 66.951 8. Childhood Blood-Lead Screening & Lead Awareness (Educational) Outreach for Indian Tribes (Tribal Lead Grants) CFDA 66.715 The purpose of these grants is to support tribal lead awareness outreach (educational) activities & the efforts of Indian tribes to identify children’s risks to lead by conducting a baseline assessment of existing exposure &/or potential lead exposures. Federally recognized Indian Tribes or Tribal Consortia Purpose To train educational professionals in the development & delivery of environmental education programs. To support projects which design, demonstrate or disseminate environmental education practices, methods or techniques. Eligible Applicants Project grants to institutions of higher education or nonprofit institutions. Local, federally-recognized tribes, or state education agencies, educational institutions, incorporated non-profit organizations, state environmental agencies, & non-commercial educational broadcasting agencies 9. State Lead Certification Grants Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Title IV State Lead Grants Certification of Lead-Based Paint Professionals CFDA 66.707 To assist States, Tribes, & territories in developing & carrying out authorized programs for accrediting training programs for persons engaged in lead-based paint activities. EPA also seeks to enter into cooperative agreements with Federally Recognized Indian governing bodies for the development of similar programs. States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, the Canal Zone, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, & any other territory or possession of the United States may receive assistance under § 404 (g) of TSCA Federally Recognized Indian governing bodies are also eligible to apply for & receive assistance under § 402/404 TSCA. See Federal Register Announcement Date Varies Project Grants: Applicants may receive up to $75,000 for an outreach project, $50.000 for baseline assessment activities, or $125,000 for a combined grant proposal for both outreach & baseline assessment activities. See Federal Register See Federal Register See Federal Register None • Baseline Assessment of Existing Exposure & Risks of Exposure to Lead Poisoning of Native American Children. Includes: testing & analyzing lead in blood, paint, dust, & soil & to conduct inspections & risk assessments of pre-1978 Tribal homes for hazardous lead levels. • Lead Awareness: Lead Educational Outreach for Native American Tribes • Quality Assurance Project Plan for Lead Baseline Assessment for Indian Tribes. Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Matching Share Priorities November 15 May-June Up to $50,000 regionally (Avg. $15,000$25,000) 25% non-federal matching share required • Build state capacity to deliver environmental education programs • Use EE to advance state education reform goals • Improve teaching skills • Educate the public through community based organizations • Educate teachers, health professionals, community leaders, & the public about human health threats from pollution, especially as it affects children • Promote environmental careers See Federal Register See Federal Register Range & Average: $16,000 - $400,000 None TSCA Title IV State Lead Grants Certification of Lead-Based Paint Professionals: To assist states, federallyrecognized tribes & territories in developing & carrying out authorized programs for accrediting training programs for persons engaged in lead-based paint activities & certifying contractor engaged in lead-based paint activities. Contact Denise Morrison (913) 551-7402 Crystal McIntyre (913) 551-7261 Crystal McIntyre (913) 551-7261 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 10. Environmental Justice Small Grants CFDA 66.604 To provide assistance to eligible organizations planning &/or implementing projects to address Environmental Justice issues. To provide financial assistance to grassroots community-based groups to support projects to design, demonstrate or disseminate practices, methods or techniques related to Environmental Justice. Specifically, EPA will grant funding to be used for: 1. Environmental Justice education & awareness programs; 2.Environmental Justice Programs (for example, river monitoring & pollution prevention programs); 3. Technical assistance in gathering & interpreting existing Environmental Justice data; & 4. Technical assistance to access available public information. http://www.epa.gov/compliance/environmen taljustice/grants/ Applicants must be affected, local community-based organizations that are nongovernment & not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) organizations located in the same area as the environmental or public health problem. They must be comprised of members of the affected community; focused primarily on addressing the environmental &/or public health problems of the residents in the affected community; & at the most basic level of the organizational hierarchy such as a grassroots group/neighborhood organization, that is not affiliated with a larger national, regional, or state organization. February April See Federal Register Up to $25,000 None Required Projects that improve the environmental quality of the community by: having wide application or addressing a high priority issue; enhancing skills addressing EJ issues; establishing or expanding information systems for communities; facilitating communication, information exchange & community partnerships; motivating the public to be more conscious of EJ issues leading to action to address other issues Althea Moses (913) 551-7649 11. Solid Waste Disposal Act § 8001 Solid Waste Management Assistance CFDA 66.808 To support demonstration projects that promotes effective solid waste management through source reduction, reuse & recycling. To promote the use of integrated solid waste management systems to solve municipal solid waste generation & management problems at the local, regional & national levels 12. Pollution Prevention (P2) CFDA 66.708 To support Regional, State, & Tribal environmental assistance activities that address preventative approaches to the generation & management of pollutants across all environmental media: air, land & water. Pollution prevention demonstration projects or helps establish pollution prevention infrastructure in a wide range of sectors. Purpose Eligible Applicants Incorporated non-profit organizations, Federally-recognized Tribes, state, city, county, or local government agencies. State agencies, Federally-recognized Tribes, territories & possessions. Statesare encouraged to form partnerships with incorporated non-profit organizations &/or local governments. Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Matching Share Priorities See Federal Register See Federal Register See Federal Register As funds available None Required Training & demonstration projects endorsed by State Solid Wasted & Recycling Program Officials that have region-wide impact. Support for State & Tribal solid waste programs. Recycling marketing development March May 13 See Federal Register Average in FY09 $80,000 50% non-federal government matching share required Projects that develop measurement criteria, promote partnering among environmental & business providers, advance state environmental goals and promote accomplishments within state’s environmental programs Contact Jeannette Kerr (913) 551-7245 Jeannette Kerr (913) 551-7245 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 13. Children’s Health Protection CFDA 66.609 To address environmental health risks to children & the elderly such as respiratory illnesses, indoor/outdoor air quality, water quality, and bacterial infections, etc. (See Priorities) 14. National Environmental Exchange Network CFDA 66.608 The goal of the Exchange Grant Program is to advance the National Environmental Information Exchange Network (NEIEN) which will transform & facilitate the exchange of information. The types of grants being offered include: grants to enable states & tribes to re-engineer their environmental reporting; grants to demonstrate progress in validating the Network; & challenge grants that pursue state or multi-state or tribal collaborative efforts to integrate environmental information. State, Territory, Federally-recognized Tribes, & possessions of the U.S. including the District of Columbia Purpose 15. Capitalization Grants for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) CFDA 66.458 *includes ARRA funds The DWSRF is authorized to provide low cost loans & other types of assistance to public water systems to finance the costs of infrastructure projects needed to achieve or maintain compliance with SDWA requirements. States are also authorized to use a portion of their capitalization grants to fund a range of set-aside activities including source water protection, capacity development, & operator certification Eligible Applicants Community groups, public non-profit institutions, Federally-recognized Tribes, specialized groups, profit organizations, private nonprofit institutions, organizations, state & local governments. See Federal Register See Federal Register State drinking water programs receive grant funds and in return loan monies to communities in need at a low interest rate. Announcement Date Application Due Date See Federal Register Applications due 60 days after published in Federal Register See Federal Register States have 2 fiscal years to apply for traditional capitalization grants. The ARRA funds are a one time grant that is available for 12 months from 2/17/09. Contact state DWSRF program manager at the state water quality agency for loan application information & schedule. Selection Date Award Amount approx. 180 days Up to $2,000,000-nationally (avg. $15-$35,000) Contact EPA Region 7 One Stop Grant is up to $100,000 Challenge Grant is $300,000 None FY08 IA $4,000,000 KS $3,000,000 MO $7,000,000 NE $4,000,000 *IA $25,000,000 KS $20,000,000 MO $39,000,000 NE $20,000,000 20% of the amount for traditional capitalization grants. *no match requirement for ARRA funds except for Program Management setaside. •Capitalization grant is deposited in the State Revolving Fund which is used to provide loans to local communities & inter-municipal & interstate agencies •Up to 31% of the grant amount may be set-aside to fund program (non-project) activities. •A maximum 4% of this total may be used for the cost of administering the State Revolving Fund. Matching Share to the maximum extent possible none Priorities •To catalyze community based & regional projects that enhance public outreach & communication •Assist families in evaluating risks to children & in making informed consumer choices •Build partnerships that increase a communities long-term capacity to advance protection of children’s environmental health ,& safety: •To promote protection of children from environmental threats through lessons learned •Leverage private & public investments to enhance environmental quality by enabling community efforts to continue past EPA’s ability to provide assistance Carlin Hafiz (913) 551-7871 •To define & negotiate the exchange of data. •To stimulate a partnership with selected states who have decided to undertake a comprehensive re-engineering of their information management processes in order to reduce the burden of environmental reporting on the regulated community, integrate agency data & data management processes across program & organizational lines & improve public access to environmental information Contact Maryane Tremaine (913) 551-7430 IA, KS, MO - Judy Novak (913) 551-7360 NE – Rao Surampalli (913) 551-7453 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 16. Indoor Air Quality Grants CFDA 66.034 To support indoor environment demonstration projects, outreach & training. 17. Radon Grants CFDA 66.032 To develop state & Tribal Radon program. The Indoor Radon Abatement Act (IRAA), § 306, & the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), § 10, authorizes EPA to assist States & Federally-recognized Tribes in the development & implementation of programs & projects reducing radon risks. 18. Source Reduction Grants CFDA 66.717 Project initiatives can involve but are not limited to: air toxics, improving facility & institutional operations by reducing pollutant use & exposure, reformulating & procuring products to reduce toxic constituents; improving reuse & recycling opportunities; providing direct technical assistance to businesses & other organizations; encouraging green product design & manufacturing; conducting outreach; conducting & analyzing data; & integrating pollution prevention concepts in state, regional & tribal environmental media programs. Purpose Eligible Applicants All applicants are eligible. States & Federally-recognized Tribes. State & tribal funds can be passed through to other organizations. Contact EPA Region 7 Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Matching Share Priorities Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 Varies None • Provides support for indoor air quality programs for schools, businesses & homes • Specific targets include: schools, homes, large buildings, environmental tobacco smoke & asthma • Regional emphasis is on training. 01/09/2009 03/02/2009 Contact EPA Region 7 FY09 $10,000 - $25,000 50% match requirement for states only • Building radon-resistant homes • Disclosure & radon testing during real estate transactions • Developing coalitions to address radon • Setting & measuring environmental results for radon awareness, testing & mitigation • Testing schools for radon Bob Dye (913) 551-7605 Annual - as funds available Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 Up to $500,000 Requires a minimum 50% match Agriculture & Persistent Bioaccumulative & Toxic Chemical Reduction Contact Bob Dye (913) 551-7605 Jeannette Kerr (913) 551-7245 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 19. Indian Environmental General Assistance Program (GAP) Grants CFDA 66.926 To provide general assistance grants (GAP) to Indian Tribal governments & intertribal consortia to build capacity to administer environmental regulatory programs on Indian lands; & provide technical assistance from EPA to Indian tribal governments & intertribal consortia in the development of multimedia programs to address environmental issues on Indian lands. Federally recognized Indian Tribes & intertribal consortium 20. Clean Air Act Grants § 103 CFDA 66.606 Support tribes in their development & implementation of tribal air programs. The STAG money can be awarded as § 103, or § 105, or transferred to a GAP grant, or part of a PPG. 21. Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Development & Implementation Grants CFDA 66.436 Examples of eligible research, investigations, studies, training, & demonstrations may include but are not limited to developing “best practices” for generating data, models, techniques, methods, & training personnel that lead to improved State TMDL programs, & disseminating the results of the project. Not for “routine” TMDL work supported by CWA §§ 106 & 319 grants. States, territories, Indian Tribes, & possessions of the U.S, public & private universities & colleges, hospitals, laboratories, other public or private nonprofit institutions & individuals. See Federal Register, determined annually Purpose Eligible Applicants Federally-recognized Indian Tribes & intertribal consortium Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Matching Share Annually There is no grant period announcement. The money is no year money. As long as there is money available. There is no application due date. Notified by EPA Region 7 The award amount depends on the tribal need. § 103 grants are project grants used for assessing air quality needs, doing outreach, & there is no match. § 105 grants are continuing program grants providing for implementing programs for the prevention & control of air pollution. Eligible tribes’ area also eligible for the reduced matching requirement (5 to 10%) of the § 105. Assess air quality, do emission inventories, do outreach, & participate with EPA in air activities. Determined Annually Annual The minimum award for the first year of the grant is $75,000. This program has no matching requirements. (40 CFR Part 35) Due 45 days after Federal Register notice Notified by EPA Region 7 Up to $400,000 annually none required Priorities Develop capacity to administer environmental regulatory programs • New & improved methods of developing TMDL for directing best management practices & TMDL implementation, &/or • Trained staff & demonstrated applications of improved TMDL development methods that involve new, or innovative targets that also provide improved & accelerated TMDL implementation, &/or • New tools or innovative methods for TMDL development by using modern techniques that would accelerate the production of TMDLs, &/or • New tools & arrangements to foster regional coordination of TMDL development Debby White (913) 551-7886 Contact Heather Hamilton (913) 551-7039 Aaron Casady (913) 551-7592 Stanley Holder (913) 551-7374 (IA) (KS) Gina Grier (913) 551-7078 (MO) Amy Bhesania (913) 551-7147 (NE) Chrissy Wolfersberger (913) 551-7864 (Tribes) Jeannette Kerr (913) 551-7245 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 22. State & Tribal Wetland Program Development ants CWA §404(b)(3) CFDA 66.461 To develop new, or refine existing, wetlands or riparian areas protection programs. Eligible activities include development of state, tribal & local Wetland conservation plans §404 permit program assumption related activities, wetland monitoring, development of wetland/watershed protection plans/projects, demonstration projects, river corridor & wetlands restorations, assessing & monitoring the ecological integrity of wetlands, & tribal regulatory programs. 23. Strategic Agriculture Initiative CFDA 66.716 This grant program encourages “systems” approaches that integrate pest, soil & crop management practices. Although the focus is on reducing dependency on pesticides & developing alternatives to pesticides targeted under FQPA, a broader approach to problem solving is encouraged. Grants are awarded for projects that enable growers to decrease reliance on agricultural pesticides while maintaining economical outcomes, by developing, demonstrating &/or applying reduced risk alternatives & ecologically based integrated approaches to pest management. Public & private non-profit institutions & groups, including commodity groups/ associations & farmer’s groups, individuals, State agencies, Federally recognized Indian tribal governments, & Native American Organizations, Cooperative Extensions, public & private universities & colleges, hospitals & laboratories. 01/09/2009 24. Five Star Restoration Matching Grants Program CWA §104 (b)(3) CFDA 66.462 The five-star restoration program provides modest financial assistance on a competitive basis to support community-based wetland, riparian, & coastal habitat restoration projects that build diverse partnerships & foster local natural resource stewardship through education, outreach & training activities. Purpose Eligible Applicants State agencies, federally recognized Indian Tribes, & local governmental entities. Any public or private entity Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount See Federal Register Contact EPA Region 7 http://www.epa.gov/owow/wetlands/restore/5st ar/ Mid February Late May – Early June In the past Region 7 has selected some of the projects not funded through the National solicitation. 25% non-federal match • Preference will be given to projects that: • Are part of a larger watershed or community stewardship effort; • Include specific provisions for long-term management, monitoring, & protection; & • 3. Demonstrate the value of innovative, collaborative approaches to restoring the nation’s waters. Jason Daniels (913) 551-7443 Usually in the spring See Federal Register HQ allocation R7 FY09 allocation: $1,038,738 03/13/2009 See Federal Register $5,000 - $50,000 Matching Share Priorities 25% non-federal match • • • • Wetland monitoring is a top priority Less than 50% contracted out Funding of projects usually 1-3 years Grant funds cannot be used for construction &/or operations of wetlands. No match required although encouraged • Encourage “systems” approach that integrate pest, soil & crop management practices. • Reducing dependency on pesticides & developing alternatives to pesticides targeted under FQPA Contact Mandy Whitsitt (913) 551-7311 Heather Duncan (913) 551-7640 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 25. Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP) CFDA 66.714 Goal of the PESP is to reduce the risks associated with pesticide use in agricultural & non-agricultural settings through addressing pesticide pollution prevention, integrated pest management (IPM), IPM in schools, children’s health issues related to pesticides, & methods for documenting IPM adoption or the reduction of risks associated with changes in pesticide use. States, any agency or instrumentality of a state including universities, & all federally recognized Native American Tribes 26. Capitalization Grants for Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) CFDA 66.458 *includes ARRA funding CWSRF program is available to fund a wide variety of water quality projects including traditional municipal wastewater treatment projects, & all types of nonpoint source, watershed protection or restoration, & estuary management projects. 27. Brownfields Assessment Grants CFDA 66.818 *includes ARRA funding To promote the cleanup & reuse of Brownfields, to provide financial assistance for brownfields revitalization, & to establish or enhance state & tribal response programs. Brownfields are real properties, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant as defined in PL 107-118. Local governments, & clearance authorities or similar quasi-governmental agencies under control of local government. Government entities created by State Legislatures, Regional Councils, Redevelopment Agencies charted by the state, states, & federally recognized Tribes. (For cleanup grants only: Recipients must own the property to be cleaned up, may not be a responsible party for the contamination and may include nonprofit organizations.) Varies Depends upon Announcement Date Purpose Eligible Applicants State water pollution control programs receive grant funds and in return loan monies to communities in need at low interest rates. Announcement Date Application Due Date HQ to send RFP See Federal Register Contact EPA Region 7 States have 2 fiscal years to apply for traditional capitalization grants. The ARRA funds are a one time grant that is available for 12 months from 2/17/09. Contact state CWSRF program manager at the state water quality agency for loan application information & schedule. Selection Date Award Amount See Federal Register Regional allocation: $40,000 Contact EPA Region 7 FY08 IA $9,000,000 KS $6,000,000 MO $19,000,000 NE $3,000,000 *IA $57,000,000 KS $38,000,000 MO $117,000,000 NE $22,000,000 20% match required for traditional cap grants. *no match for ARRA funds The amounts received by each state are based on a needs survey formula that is conducted periodically. Depends upon Announcement Date Initially up to $200,000 per property, additional funding possible *ARRA funds to be announced None required Projects that: stimulate the availability of other funding for assessment, cleanup & reuse; stimulates economic development; addresses, identifies or reduces threats to human health & the environment; facilitates the reuse of existing infrastructure; creates/preserves a park, greenway, or undeveloped property; meets the needs of the community unable to draw on other resources because of the small population or low income of the community; allow for the fair distribution of funds between urban & non-urban areas; provides for community involvement; identifies & reduces threats to the health & welfare of children, pregnant women, minority or low-income communities or other sensitive populations. Devin Pollock (913) 551-7275 Matching Share Priorities No match required although encouraged N/A Contact Heather Duncan (913) 551-7640 IA, KS, MO - Judy Novak (913) 551-7360 NE - Rao Surampalli (913) 551-7453 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 28. Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund Grants CFDA 66.818 *includes ARRA funding 29. Brownfields Cleanup Grants CFDA 66.818 *includes ARRA funding To promote the cleanup & reuse of Brownfields, to provide financial assistance for brownfields revitalization, & to establish or enhance state & tribal response programs. Brownfields are real properties, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant as defined in Public Law 107118. Local governments, & clearance authorities or similar quasi-governmental agencies under control of local government. Government entities created by State Legislatures, Regional Councils, Redevelopment Agencies charted by the state, states, & federally recognized Tribes. (For cleanup grants only: Recipients must own the property to be cleaned up & may not be a responsible party for the contamination at the property. Eligible recipients for cleanup grants also include nonprofit organizations.) 30. Brownfields Job Training Grants CFDA 66.818 *includes ARRA funding To promote the cleanup & reuse of Brownfields, to provide financial assistance for brownfields revitalization, & to establish or enhance state & tribal response programs. Brownfields are real properties, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant as defined in Public Law 107-118. Colleges, universities, nonprofit training centers exempt from taxation under 26 U.S.C. 501 (c) (3), community job training organizations, states, cities, towns, counties, U.S. territories, & federally recognized Indian Tribes are eligible. Purpose To promote the cleanup & reuse of Brownfields, to provide financial assistance for brownfields revitalization, & to establish or enhance state & tribal response programs. Brownfields are real properties, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant as defined in Public Law 107118. Local governments, & clearance authorities or similar quasi-governmental agencies under control of local government. Government entities created by State Legislatures, Regional Councils, Redevelopment Agencies charted by the state, states, & federally recognized Tribes. (For cleanup grants only: Recipients must own the property to be cleaned up & may not be a responsible party for the contamination at the property. Eligible recipients for cleanup grants also include nonprofit organizations.) Varies Depends upon Announcement Date Depends upon Announcement Date Initially up to $1,000,000, additional funding possible *ARRA funds to be announced Eligible Applicants Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Varies Depends upon Announcement Date Depends upon Announcement Date Up to $200,000 per property *ARRA funds to be announced March 19, 2009 April 20, 2009 To be determined Up to $200,000, additional funding possible *ARRA funds to be announced Matching Share Priorities 20% match *no match for ARRA funds Projects that stimulate the availability of other funding for assessment, cleanup & reuse. Projects that stimulate economic development; address, identify or reduces threats to human health & the environment. Projects that facilitate the reuse of existing infrastructure; creates/preserves a park, greenway, undeveloped property. Projects that meet the needs of the community unable to draw on other resources because of the small population or low income of the community. Projects that allow for the fair distribution of funds between urban & nonurban areas; provides for community involvement. Projects that identify & reduce threats to the health & welfare of children, pregnant women, minority or low-income communities or other sensitive populations. Jim Seiler (913) 551-7773 20% match *no match for ARRA funds Projects that stimulate the availability of other funding for assessment, cleanup & reuse. Projects that stimulate economic development; address, identify or reduces threats to human health & the environment. Projects that facilitate the reuse of existing infrastructure; creates/preserves a park, greenway, undeveloped property. Projects that meet the needs of the community unable to draw on other resources because of the small population or low income of the community. Projects that allow for the fair distribution of funds between urban & non-urban areas; provides for community involvement. Projects that identify & reduce threats to the health & welfare of children, pregnant women, minority or low-income communities or other sensitive populations. None required Projects that bring together community groups, job training organizations, educators, investors, lenders, developers, & other affected parties to address the issue or providing training for residents in communities impacted by brownfields. Projects that facilitate cleanup of brownfields properties contaminated with hazardous substances & prepare trainees for future employment in the environmental field. Contact Deborah Kennedy (913) 551-7628 Ina Square (913) 551-7357 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 31. Brownfields Targeted Assessments (a service provided by EPA or State Environmental Agency; not a grant) *includes ARRA funding 32. Brownfields State/Tribal Response Program CFDA 66.817 33. Community Action for a Renewed Environment (CARE) Program CFDA 66.035 To support and empower community partnerships that work locally to identify their environmental risks, and determine and implement long-term solutions. Purpose To promote the cleanup & reuse of Brownfields, to provide financial assistance for brownfields revitalization, & to establish or enhance state & tribal response programs. Brownfields are real properties, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant. States, cities, towns, countries, U.S. territories, federally recognized Tribes, & nonprofit organizations. To promote the cleanup & reuse of Brownfields, to provide financial assistance for brownfields revitalization, & to establish or enhance state & tribal response programs. Brownfields are real properties, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant. States & federally recognized Tribes with VCP Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs). State & federally recognized tribes that include, or are taking reasonable steps to include the following elements: timely survey & inventory or brownfields properties; protect human health & the environment; conduct their activities in accordance with state & federal laws; are able to ensure that necessary response activities are completed; provide opportunity for public participation; approves cleanup plans & certifies response completion. Varies Depends upon Announcement Date Depends upon Announcement Date Up to $1,500,000 Eligible Applicants Local, Public non-profit institution/ organizations, Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Government, Native American Organizations, Private nonprofit institution/organization, Quasi-public nonprofit institution/organization, local government, colleges, universities, interstate and intrastate Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing Varies with project need *ARRA funds to be announced Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 CARE Level 1 grants up to $100,000. CARE Level II grants up to $300,000. Matching Share Priorities Not applicable Projects that assist public entities with abandoned or under-utilized property that may be contaminated by hazardous substances at publicly owned or non-profit owned properties. Projects that investigate environmental conditions at properties targeted for beneficial reuse. Projects that have community support & address a community need. None Establish or enhance “4 element” of a response program. Establish & maintain public record or brownfields sites. Enhance the response program or cleanup capacity. Reduce exposures to toxic pollutants through collaborative action at local level; Help communities gain understanding of potential sources of exposure to toxic pollutants: Work with communities to set priorities for risk reduction activities; Create self sustaining community based partnerships that will continue to improve the local environment. The following program strategies will be used: Provide information & tools to help communities understand & assess toxic risks; Collaborate with community stakeholder groups to prioritize plans for risk reduction; Mobilize local resources & utilize EPA voluntary programs to implement risk reduction activities; Link EPA programs together to efficiently support communities; Create a positive environment that encourages all members to join the collaborative partnership; Facilitate networking among CARE communities to share experiences & lessons learned; & build long term community capacity to continue improving the local environment. Kathleen Fenton (913) 551-7874 Contact Ron King (913) 551-7568 Susan Klein (913) 551-7786 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs 34. Environmental Justice Collaborative Program Solving Cooperative Agreement CFDA 66.306 To provide financial assistance to enable affected local community-based organizations to collaborate with other stakeholders (e.g., industry, government, academia, etc.) to develop and implement locally-based solutions that will significantly address local environmental and/or public health issues. www.epa.gov/compliance/environmentaljust ice/grants/ej-cps-grants.html An eligible applicant MUST BE either: (1) a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization as designated by the Internal Revenue Service; OR (2) a non-profit organization, recognized by the state, territory, commonwealth, or tribe in which it is located. In addition, an eligible applicant must be able to demonstrate that it has worked directly with, or provided services to, the affected community. An “affected community,” for the purposes of this assistance agreement program, is a community that is disproportionately impacted by environmental harms and risks and has a local environmental and/or public health issue that is identified in the proposal. Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date See Federal Register 35. National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program CFDA 66.039 *includes ARRA funding To provide funding to reduce emissions from existing diesel engines through a variety of strategies. 36. State Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program CFDA 66.040 *includes ARRA funding To provide funding to reduce emissions from existing diesel engines through a variety of strategies. Purpose Eligible Applicants Eligible entities are U.S. regional, state, local, tribal or port agencies with jurisdiction over transportation or air quality; and nonprofit organizations or institutions that represent or provide pollution reduction or educational services to persons or organizations that operate diesel fleets; or have as its principle purpose the promotion of transportation or air quality. School districts, federally recognized Indian tribes, municipalities, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), cities and counties are all eligible under this program. Other entities are eligible to carry out diesel projects, as long as they partner with an eligible entity to apply. Assistance under this program is available to all 50 states, including D.C. www.epa.gov/cleandiesel www.epa.gov/cleandiesel See Federal Register www.epa.gov/cleandiesel www.epa.gov/cleandiesel See Federal Register www.epa.gov/cleandiesel www.epa.gov/cleandiesel Award Amount See Federal Register *$26,000,000 available to Region 6 and Region 7 None required • Provide grants to entities for reducing emissions from diesel engines and: • Maximize public health benefits; • Are the most cost-effective; • Are in areas with high population density, that are poor air quality areas; • Are in areas that receive a disproportionate quantity of air pollution from diesel fleets, • Include and maximize the useful life of a certified engine configuration or verified technology • Conserve diesel fuel Amy Bhesania (913) 551-7147 *IA $1,730,000 KS $1,730,000 MO $1,730,000 NE $1,730,000 None required • Provide grants to entities for reducing emissions from diesel engines and: • Maximize public health benefits; • Are the most cost-effective; • Are in areas with high population density, that are poor air quality areas; • Are in areas that receive a disproportionate quantity of air pollution from diesel fleets, • Include and maximize the useful life of a certified engine configuration or verified technology • Conserve diesel fuel Amy Bhesania (913) 551-7147 Matching Share Priorities None required Projects that improve the environmental quality of the community by: having wide application or addressing a high priority issue; enhancing skills addressing EJ issues; establishing or expanding information systems for communities; facilitating communication, information exchange & community partnerships; motivating the public to be more conscious of EJ issues leading to action to address other issues Contact Althea Moses (913) 551-7649 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs Purpose 37. Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund Program CFDA 66.805 *includes ARRA funding The purpose of the ARRA Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Corrective Action Cooperative Agreement is to create jobs by conducting corrective action at eligible LUST sites. The Cooperative Agreement is intended to assist the state in ensuring the proper corrective action of releases of petroleum products and hazardous substances in a manner that protects human health and the environment. Activities include the taking of corrective action at eligible LUST sites listed in the work plan. 38. LUST Trust Fund - Energy Policy Act - Prevention CFDA 66.804 The Energy Policy Act of 2005 includes Provisions for USTs (USTCA Regulations – Guidelines - Title XV, Subtitle B) 39. LUST Trust Fund Corrective Action CFDA 66.805 In 1986, Congress created a petroleum UST response program by amending Subtitle I of RCRA through SARA (Section 205 of P.L. 99-499). On 8-8-05, President Bush signed H.R. 6, the Domenici-Barton Energy Policy Act of 2005. I Program Funds provide resources for the XV Subtitle B of the Act are amendments to oversight and monitoring and cleanup of petroleum releases from leaking Subtitle I of the SWDA addressing the underground storage tanks (LUSTs). regulation of USTs entitled the “UST Compliance Act (USTCA) of 2005”. The new provisions expand the eligible uses of the LUST Trust Fund, and include provisions addressing inspection frequency, operator training, fuel oxygenate remediation, delivery prohibition, and either secondary containment or installer/manufacturer financial responsibility. LUST Prevention cooperative agreements are only available to states and territories. Additionally, only Federally-recognized Tribes and Intertribal Consortia that meet the requirements, as described in the Federal Register Notice, Vol. 67, NO. 213, pp. 67181-67183 may apply Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 FY 08 IA $391,894 KS $306,713 MO $470,393 NE $305,000 25% matching share • UST facility inspections once every 3 years. • Operator Training • Fuel Oxygenate Remediation • Fuel Delivery Prohibition • Secondary Containment (IA, KS, NE) • Financial Responsibility (MO) • Public Record States have the authority to monitor and administer funds for USTs using LUST funds. Eligible Applicants Cooperative agreements are only available to states and territories that have UST programs. Additionally, only Federallyrecognized Tribes and Intertribal Consortia that meet the requirements, as described in the Federal Register Notice, Vol. 67, No. 213, pp. 67181-67183 may apply. Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 *IA $2,719,000 *KS $2,210,000 *MO $3,340,000 *NE $2,333,000 Cooperative agreements are only available to states and territories that have UST programs. Additionally, only Federallyrecognized Tribes and Intertribal Consortia that meet the requirements, as described in the Federal Register Notice, Vol. 67, No. 213, pp. 67181-67183 may apply. Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 FY08 IA $921,000 KS $806,000 MO $1,113,000 NE $811,000 10% matching share • • • • • • Responsible Party Searches Site Assessments Risk Based Decision Making Site Remediation Public Participation Cost Recovery Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Matching Share Priorities None required The projects should be of the following nature: • Create jobs, • Cleanup eligible LUST sites • Decrease the number of open leaking USTs • Restore LUST sites in the states • Cost Recovery • Public Record IA: Victoria Matthews (913) 551-7353 KS: Bjorn Brinkman (913) 551-7761 MO: Jim Clemenson (913) 523-4793 NE: Linda Garwood (913) 551-7268 Contact IA: Victoria Matthews (913) 551-7353 KS: Bjorn Brinkman (913) 551-7761 MO: Jim Clemenson (913) 523-4793 NE: Linda Garwood (913) 551-7268 IA: Victoria Matthews (913) 551-7353 KS: Bjorn Brinkman (913) 551-7761 MO: Jim Clemenson (913) 523-4793 NE: Linda Garwood (913) 551-7268 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs Purpose 40. Underground Storage Tanks – STAG – Prevention CFDA 66.804 The UST STAG $ are intended to be used to assist states in building and maintaining UST compliance programs. The funding provides protection of public health and the environment through fewer and smaller releases of petroleum from USTs. 41. State FIFRA Performance Partnership Grants – CFDA 66.605 STAG funds are used by State Lead Agencies (SLAs) to implement the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act. The funds allow SLAs to protect human health and the environment from risks resulting from pesticide production, registration, distribution, use and disposal, while recognizing the benefits that pesticides offer to society. Additionally, the funds help SLAs prevent pollution and protect human health, land, air and water from pesticides. Cooperative agreements are only available to states that have been delegated authority for FIFRA by the EPA Administrator (as specified in Sec. 22 of FIFRA.) 42. Tribal Pesticide Circuit Rider Grant – CFDA 66.700 STAG funds are used to implement a program to reduce risk to human health and the environment from pesticide exposure within the boundaries of the host and circuit tribes’ reservations. In FY 2009, the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska is the host tribe for the only tribal pesticide circuit rider program in EPA Region 7. The circuit rider provides program coverage to the Winnebago and Omaha Tribe of Nebraska reservations. Cooperative agreements are available to all federally recognized tribes. Eligible Applicants Cooperative agreements are only available to states and territories that have UST programs. Additionally, only Federallyrecognized Tribes and Intertribal Consortia that meet the requirements, as described in the Federal Register Notice, Vol. 67, No. 213, pp. 67181-67183 may apply Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Approximately 90 days before start of state fiscal year 60 days before start of state fiscal year Continuing cooperative agreements are renewed annually FY 2009 awards: IA = $841,043; KS = $617,201; MO = $657,015; NE = $787,630 Contact EPA R7 60 days before start of project Contact EPA R7 Contact EPA R7 Up to $100,000 for the first year of the circuit rider program; up to $50,000 for subsequent years if workplan commitments are met. None Matching Share 25% match requirement Priorities • Manage and maintain UST registration; • update & maintain UST databases • Secure compliance with requirements for leak detection, corrosion protection spill and overfill prevention; • Conduct compliance inspections of UST systems; • Provide compliance assistance to owners & operators of UST systems; IA: Victoria Matthews (913) 551-7353 KS: Bjorn Brinkman (913) 551-7761 MO: Jim Clemenson (913) 523-4793 NE: Linda Garwood (913) 551-7268 15% match requirement ,except for a 50% match requirement for funds provided for certification and training of pesticide applicators (as specified in Sec. 23 of FIFRA). • Administer and enforce state pesticide laws and FIFRA to protect citizens and their environment from adverse effects of pesticides; • Certify and train pesticide applicators; • Provide outreach to ag workers; and • Protect endangered species and water resources from pesticides. IA: Craig Thomson (515) 284-4612 KS: Todd Phillips (913) 551-7438 MO: Walter Roachell (573) 636-5223 NE: Dick Wiechman (402) 437-5080 • Conduct inventories and outreach activities to protect residents, school staff and students, water resources, and endangered species from adverse effects of pesticides. Contact Craig Thomson (515) 284-4612 Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance. SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY AND TRIBAL GRANT PROGRAMS U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7: IA, KS, MO, NE & 9 Tribal Nations Grant Programs Purpose 43. Public Water System Supervision Program CFDA 66. 432 Implement the Public Water System Supervision Program under the Safe Drinking Water Act States (IA, KS, MO, NE) 44. Underground Injection Control Program CFDA 66.433 Implement the Underground Injection Control Program under the Safe Drinking Water Act States (KS, MO, NE) (EPA directly implements in Iowa) 45. Water Security CFDA 66.474 Implement Water Security Grants Eligible Applicants States (IA, KS, MO, NE) Announcement Date Application Due Date Selection Date Award Amount Matching Share Priorities n/a September 30 Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 25% match requirement • Ensure that water systems comply with the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations • Ensure that drinking water systems, of all types, and of all sizes: (1) that are currently in compliance with the drinking water regulations, remain in compliance, (2) that are not currently in compliance, achieve compliance, and (3) are preparing to comply with any new drinking water regulation that took effect in FY 06 Reggie Kidwell (913) 551-7116 n/a September 30 Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 25% match requirement • Develop and maintain UIC regulations • Develop and maintain inventories of injection systems • Develop and maintain databases housing compliance information on underground injection well activities • Implement UIC permitting activities • Implement enforcement programs to ensure that underground sources of drinking water are protected from endangering injection activities Reggie Kidwell (913) 551-7116 Annually if appropriated Goal September 30 Contact EPA Region 7 Contact EPA Region 7 None • Enhance public health protection by securing critical infrastructure through support for counter-terrorism preparedness • Ensure security best practices for small systems • Develop and oversee emergency response and recovery plans, including those related to pandemic flu concerns Contact Reggie Kidwell (913) 551-7116 For the most recent information please see: http://www.epa.gov/region07/economics/r7_grant_opportunities.htm for Region 7 Grants http://www.grants.gov for all Federal grants Last Updated: April 6, 2009 EPA Region 7 Toll Free Info-line: Office of Public Affairs 1-800-223-0425 This information does NOT represent all of EPA’s community and tribal grant programs. This information is NOT a substitute for each program’s Federal Register or Solicitation Notice and regional guidance.