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The City of Augusta, the Kennebec County Soil & Water Conservation District (KCSWCD) and the Worromontogus Lake Association (WLA) are working together to administer a grant from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) aimed at improving the water quality in Worromontogus Lake (Togus Pond) and Togus Stream.
The intent of this grant is to reduce Nonpoint Source (NPS) pollution that enters the waterway. Basically, NPS is rainwater that carries contaminants from driveways, roofs, roads, fields and other surfaces. NPS pollution is caused by excess sediment or nutrients, high bacteria, toxic substances, increased water temperature, altered water flow, etc. There is grant money available to road associations, municipalities and individuals to fund projects that will benefit the lake and stream. The City, the KCSWCD and the WLA are working together to provide technical assistance and to review, prioritize and award grant funds based on the potential benefit to the watershed. You will find a document on this page titled “Cost Share Guidelines” that will provide you with further details.
The forms needed to apply for funds under this grant are also available on this page.
I think you will agree that this is a tremendous opportunity to work together and help assure the on-going health of the watershed. It is a chance to preserve this area not only for our enjoyment but to pass on to our children. If you have any questions about this grant program, please feel free to call me at 623-2790 or write me at the address above or president@togusponds.org
Best Regards
Patten Williams, President
WLA Introductory Landowner letter [doc]
Bid Sheet & Measurement & Payment [xls]
Submitting Your Proposal [rtf]
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