Lake Tahoe Erosion Control Grant Program

Objective

The goal of the program is to fund projects that address urban stormwater runoff pollution. This program addresses urban runoff from public roads and right of ways and funds research projects high in technical merit and relevant to land management and regulatory agencies working in the Tahoe Basin. The environmental goals of the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program are defined using thresholds that were established to protect the natural environment and maintain public health and safety within the basin. The thresholds applicable to this program are water quality, soil conservation, and air quality.

Who Can Apply

• State
• Tribal
• Foreign Non-Government Nonprofit Organization
• Nonprofit Organization

Eligible applicants for National Forest System awards include State Forestry or equivalent agencies, tribes, non-profits, and municipalities in the local governing bodies of political subdivisions in the Lake Tahoe basin. Eligible applicants for competitive research awards include State Agricultural Experiment Stations, universities and colleges, State and local governments, U.S. Territories, nonprofit research institutions or organizations, international organizations, individuals, and for-profit organizations. Eligible applicants for State, Private and Tribal Forestry awards include local governments.

Who Benefits

• Local

Beneficiary eligibility for National Forest System and State, Private, and Tribal Forestry awards include governing bodies of each of the political subdivisions (including public utilities) located in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Beneficiary eligibility for competitive research awards include organizations and scientists involved in basic and applied research activities related to forest and rangeland renewable resources.

Assistance Types

• Grant

Program Contact

theresa.cody@usda.gov
530-543-2788