This Project Grant award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Beach Monitoring and Notification Program Implementation Grants (CFDA 66.472) provides $203,000.00 to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) to fund the state's beach monitoring and public notification program for the upcoming 2024-2025 swimming season. The grant supports MDH's efforts to monitor water quality at designated recreational beaches in Minnesota, test for harmful bacteria, and promptly notify the public when water quality exceeds safe thresholds. Key activities include collecting water samples, analyzing them, issuing public advisories or beach closures, and reporting annual monitoring data to the EPA. MDH will collaborate with local county and health departments to carry out the on-site sample collection and observations. The overall objective is to reduce swimmer illness by empowering the public to make informed decisions about which beaches to visit based on the provided water quality information.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $203.0k | 9/28/24 |