Project Grant 12E00765

Award Date 10/1/22
Completion Date 9/30/23
Dollars Obligated $204K
Federal Agency
EPA Region 5
Federal Grant Program
66.472
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Minnesota, USA
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The Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 awarded the Minnesota Department of Health $204,000 under the Beach Monitoring and Notification Program Implementation Grants (CFDA 66.472) federal project grant for the period of October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023.

The funding will support the recipient's beach water quality monitoring and public notification program for the upcoming swimming season. Specifically, the Minnesota Department of Health will monitor bacterial levels at designated recreational beaches in Minnesota and notify the public when water quality exceeds thresholds. The Cook County Soil and Water District will receive a subaward to collect water samples and make observations at 12 beaches on Lake Superior's shoreline for up to 30 days.

The anticipated outcomes are the submission of water quality data and documentation of public notifications. The program aims to reduce swimmer illness by informing the public about bacteria levels so they can make informed decisions on beach attendance. All residents and tourists visiting the beaches will benefit from these services.

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