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MassDEP to focus 319 funding on implementation projects; state waives 40% match for this cycle
Summary
MassDEP said all 319 funds in this RFP are for implementation projects tied to MassDEP‑approved watershed plans and that the state will waive the historical 40% nonfederal match requirement for this funding round (waiver contingent on funding and eligible match sources).
Panmini told applicants that this RFP will use 319 funds exclusively for implementation projects and that projects must demonstrate pollutant‑load reductions and be part of a MassDEP‑approved nine‑element watershed plan. "Implementation project is, implementation of MassDEP approved 9 element watershed based plan," she said, and warned that if an applicant does not already have an approved plan they must secure approval before a contract is complete.
The presenter said 319 historically requires a 40% nonfederal match, but that the department gathered match at the state level in the prior cycle and will again waive the applicant match requirement "for this funding cycle." Panmini credited the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) and EPA Region 1 for assisting in assembling match resources. She also reminded applicants to check Buy America (BABA) compliance and waivers for materials and equipment that may be part of implementation projects.
