WIB is annoucing the 2019 additional grant opportunity (AGO). Submit your proposal by completing the LOI with a budget on/before April 15, 2019. There is approximately 100 - 125k for funding one-two year projects that must address nonpoint source pollution issues. WIB will consider project proposals with budgets that range from $2,000 - $15,000 plus the required 40% match. CLICK-HERE to learn more. |
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The five-year mandatory review/revision of West Virginia's NPS Management Plan is currently underway. A DRAFT will be submitted to USEPA on/before March 25, 2019 for their review and approval. The new management plan will be available HERE once the process is complete. |
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WIB accepts watershep projects and plans for the §319 grant cycle on/or before May 1 of each year. To be eligible, project proposals must meet program requirements described on our webpages and within the NPS Program's Management Plan. Visit the website below to learn more.
https://dep.wv.gov/WWE/Programs/nonptsource/Pages/Grants.aspx |
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§319 annual project site tours |
USEPA project officers toured §319-project sites in Greenbrier and New River basins. Projects in Anthony Creek, Indian Creek, Piney Creek and Second Creek were visited. A stop at the White Sulphur Springs National Fish Hatchery constructed wetland project was also included. Click-Here for details.
Click-Here for highlights from the 2018 tour. |
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WIB will provided funding to support four watershed group staff through 2021. It is clear from the successes of the initial Watershed Pilot Project (WPP) that staff is a critical component that improves project management, communication and sustainability. Click-Here to learn more. |