[Federal Register Volume 65, Number 93 (Friday, May 12, 2000)]
[Notices]
[Page 30588]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 00-12000]


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[FRL-6606-1]


Chesapeake Bay Program Activities Grants

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is issuing a request 
for proposals that will assist the Chesapeake Bay Program in meeting 
its goals and commitments. Approximately $2 million is available 
through the RFP. Subjects addressed in the RFP include air quality, 
nutrients, sediments, best management practices, chemical contaminants, 
communication, exotic species, fish, habitat restoration, oysters, 
student engagement, submerged aquatic vegetation, water quality, local 
government and community engagement, and sound land use. Functional 
categories that proposals should fall under include implementation and 
technical assistance; workshops, seminars, and training; monitoring and 
assessment; research and analysis; and education and outreach. 
Applicants must be a non-profit organization, local government, state 
agency, interstate agency, college, or university institution. Funding 
will be provided to an organization under the authority of the Clean 
Water Act, section 117.
    The RFP is available starting May 5, 2000 at the following web-
site: http://www.epa.edu/r3chespk/ You may request a paper copy by 
calling Carol Cochran at 215-815-2986 or by e-mail 
[email protected] or by calling Lori Mackey at 410-267-5715 or e-
mail at [email protected]. All proposals must be received by the 
Chesapeake Bay Program Office by close of business June 9, 2000. Any 
late, incomplete, or faxed proposals will not be considered.

Peter J. Marx,
Acting Director, Chesapeake Bay Program.
[FR Doc. 00-12000 Filed 5-11-00; 8:45 am]
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