Project Grant 02D02021
Award Date
3/1/21
Completion Date
2/28/24
Dollars Obligated
$148K
Federal Agency
EPA Region 4
Federal Grant Program
66.436
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
TEMPLE TERR, FL 33617, USA
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