Urban Drought Assistance Grant Proposal Deadline

Mon, Jul 21st 2008, all day
Due July 21, 2008 Proposition 50: The Water Security, Clean Drinking Water, Coastal and Beach Protection Act of 2002.

DWR Announces Release of Prop 50 Urban Drought Assistance Grant Program Proposal Solicitation Package. This Proposal Solicitation Package is on an extremely fast track, with a proposal submittal deadline of July 21, 2008

Pursuant to the Governor's Executive Order declaring Drought conditions in the State, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) is seeking proposals for immediate implementation of urban water use efficiency projects to help urban communities cope with water shortages and drought conditions. This grant program will provide fast track financial drought assistance for urban water use efficiency projects. The total amount of funding for the 2008 Urban Drought Assistance Grant Program under Proposition 50 is $12 million. Of the total $12 million for this program, $2 million will be designated for Disadvantaged Communities at the discretion of DWR.