Source Water Buffer Program

Award Range

Not specified - Not specified

Total Program Funding

$5,000,000

Number of Awards

Not specified

Matching Requirement

Yes - The State will provide a maximum of 75% of the total eligible costs for the project. The State funded contribution in dollars or percentages cannot increase because of budget changes or variations. This program requires that a minimum 25% of the total eligible costs be contributed by the landowner, operator, and/or project sponsor. This contribution may be in the form of cash, or in-kind services which are calculated using an assigned cash value. An assigned cash value provided by the landowner or operator must be reasonable and is subject to adjustment by the department. If the Project Sponsor will be contributing to the 25% match, the contribution may be in the form of in-kind services and/or cash (non-state funds). Recommended or actual hourly rates (see Appendix 2 of this RFA) may be used to determine the value of Project Sponsor in-kind services. Funds from the Source Water Buffer Program will be provided contingent upon the sponsor receiving necessary funds to provide the required match. A written commitment for other required funds or resources must be provided before the funding allocations will be finalized. Any cost overruns above the total project cost are the responsibility of the participating landowner experiencing the overrun.