The agreement provides assistance to state and tribal assistance grants to assist with work directly related to either the development of an application for an EPA-approved state program, or for…

The agreement provides assistance to state and tribal assistance grants to assist with work directly related to either the development of an application for an EPA-approved state program, or for work directly related to the implementation of an EPA-approved state program for the control of coal combustion residuals. Activities:the grant funds will be used to implement the EPA-approved state program. These activities will include: staffing/salaries, training, facility outreach, public participation, and software or equipment (e.g. groundwater or air monitoring).subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables include . . Training staff on CCR rules and regulations - developing program infrastructure - submittal of CCR state permitting program application - reviewing and approving plans of operation at CCR landfills (issuing CCR permits) - conducting inspections at CCR landfills - closure of at least one CCR landfill during the grant period - pursuing enforcement and compliance assurance actions as needed - digitizing CCR landfill files the expected outcomes include . . Improved understanding of CCR state program requirements, preparedness to address CCR program issues, and environmental oversight. An approved CCR state permitting program, partnership of site regulation between DNR and CCR landfill owners, and more work toward successful closure of CCR landfills. The intended beneficiaries include. . The residents of the state of wisconsin.