This $262,171 federal Project Grant, awarded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under the "Surveys, Studies, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Training Grants and Cooperative Agreements - Section 104(b)(3) of the Clean Water Act" program (CFDA 66.436), provides funding for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation to monitor and assess potential transboundary mining pollution within Washington-British Columbia watersheds. The key activities include collecting and analyzing water, sediment, and biofilm samples from the Columbia River, Similkameen River, Kettle River, and Big Sheep Creek. The project will also analyze water quality regulations within Washington and British Columbia to identify any regulatory gaps. The findings will be shared through workshops, conferences, and meetings with stakeholders, including the International Joint Commission. The project has five sub-awards totaling $190,180 that support developing quality assurance plans, conducting monitoring, and organizing outreach events.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $262.2k | 6/9/25 |