County Approval of $13.7 Million Watershed Protection Grant

Original title: Request Board acceptance of the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) NRCS program in the amount of $13,691,180.80; and to execute a Resolution implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) 25-030 through the Public Works Grant Fund in the amount of $13,691,180.80 to appropriate budget, and authorize the County Manager to execute all documents associated with the grant described in this memo. Countywide (Timothy Jecks, Management & Budget Director) Requesting Department - Public Works

April 22, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This action authorizes the county to accept and spend $13,691,180.80 in federal funds for watershed protection, requiring a formal budget amendment to incorporate these dollars into the county's financial accounts.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Public Works

The department is responsible for managing the $13.7 million grant and executing the associated projects.

County Manager

The County Manager is authorized to execute all legal documents associated with the grant.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 22, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

The Board of County Commissioners has approved a $13.7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for emergency watershed protection. This funding will be managed through the Public Works Grant Fund to support countywide infrastructure and environmental projects.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program?

It is a federal program administered by the USDA that provides funding for emergency measures to safeguard lives and property from floods and soil erosion.

How will this money be spent?

The funds are allocated to the Public Works Grant Fund for countywide watershed protection projects.