Formula Grant 98934924

This $50,283,000 formula grant awarded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (CFDA 66.468) program provides capitalization funding to the State of California Water Resources Control Board. The grant supports the planning, design, and construction of eligible drinking water infrastructure projects undertaken by public water systems across California. Key activities include providing low-interest financing to public water systems for facility upgrades, distribution system improvements, and lead service line replacements to enhance drinking water quality and safety. Additionally, the funding may be used for set-aside activities such as technical assistance to small water systems, operator certification, and source water protection. The anticipated deliverables include the completion of various drinking water infrastructure projects, as well as enhancements to the technical, managerial, and financial capacity of public water systems, with the overall goal of protecting public health. The grant period runs from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029.