Commercial and Charter Vessel Access Grant Program
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is extending the application deadline for the Commercial and Charter Vessel Access Grant Program, funded through the LDWF 2019 Flood Disaster Grant. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) allocated funds to mitigate the effects of freshwater flooding on Louisiana’s saltwater resources. Grants of up to $500,000 will be awarded to public and private entities for constructing new facilities, acquiring land, or improving access for saltwater commercial and charter fishing vessels. The new application deadline is May 31, 2024, extending from the original date of May 15, 2024. Projects must be in coastal areas impacted by the 2019 flood and accessible to the public. Recipients must maintain facilities for at least 20 years.
Award Range
Not specified - $500,000
Total Program Funding
$58,000,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Reimbursement for eligible expenses, with planning/design costs limited to 10% of the construction budget. Requests must not be less than $5,000 and should include itemized invoices. Final payment will be held until all required documentation and inspections are complete.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
- Applicants must have ownership rights or a lease/land control agreement for the project. - Projects must not restrict public access and must be maintained for at least 20 years. - A five-member committee will evaluate applications based on criteria established by LDWF. Projects will be prioritized and funded according to their ranking.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
April 1, 2024
Application Closes
May 31, 2024
Grantor
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
Phone
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