Description
The Clean Vessel Act Grant Program provides funding to support the construction, renovation, operation, and maintenance of pumpout stations and waste reception facilities for recreational boaters. The program aims to improve water quality, provide convenient services for boaters, and inform boaters about the use and benefits of pumpout stations. Eligible applicants include state agencies, and the program requires a 25% cost share or match. The program has an estimated total funding of $14,000,000, with a maximum award amount of $1,500,000. Key activities include:
* Constructing, renovating, operating, and maintaining pumpout stations and waste reception facilities
* Informing boaters about the use and benefits of pumpout stations
* Providing convenient services for boaters
* Improving water quality
* Supporting the overall goals of the Clean Vessel Act