Connoquenessing Creek Watershed Conservation Plan - Western ...

Connoquenessing Creek Watershed Conservation PlanSponsoring Organization Description / Restrictions ContactRemediation/Restoration (continued)Community FoundationEPA - Nonpoint Source ImplementationGrantsProjects related to abandoned mine drainage remediation, alkaline discharges,streambank preservation, removal of spoil piles, and other issues related towater quality are of interest to the foundation's board of advisors.(814) 669-4847Funds are provided to the state to carry out non-point source projects and www.cfda.gov/static/p66460.htmprograms pursuant to Section 319 of the Clean Water Act as amended by theWater Quality Act of 1987. Grants are awarded to a single agency in each state,designated by the governor. 40 percent non-federally funded match required.Only one administered to each state.NOAA Fish Habitat Restoration Program Financial assistance for community-based habitat restoration projects, to n/aOffice of Surface Mining Clean StreamInitiativeThis grant is used to treat AMD. Design and administration is covered but thebulk of funding must go into construction. Must have funding partners.Applications available upon request. Review period takes 2.5-3 months,depending on eligibility. Must be a cooperative agreement.(717) 782-2285PA DEP -Stream Improvement ProjectReimbursementsProvides assistance in an instance where a stream is posing a treat to structures,such as homes or businesses. Must pose threat to structure. Must be applied forby a conservation group or municipality.(717) 783-7480PA Fish and Boat Commission Habitat improvement and technical assistance. (814) 359-5158Partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of To foster cooperation on projects of mutual interest, such as fish and wildlife www.nfwf.orgEngineershabitat restoration, non-structural flood control opportunities, wetlandrestoration, and endangered species protection.Pinellas County Environmental Foundation -A partnership between Pinellas County and the National Fish and Wildlife www.nfwf.orgNational Fish and Wildlife Foundation Foundation. These two groups share the common goals of actively pursuing theprotection, restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife habitat, anddeveloping creative and sustainable solutions to natural resource issues.Appendix L. Funding Sources Page 13 of 15