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��� � <br /> �� MINIyF � � y� y��+ <br /> td <br /> Minnesota Department of Natural Resources <br /> o � <br /> � W <br /> y ,� <br /> y p 50O Lafayeue Road <br /> ``�'Lr �P� St. Pauf. Minnesota SSIi>-4fl <br /> �FNATURP <br /> Date: November 6, 2000 <br /> To: . Local Grant Applicants � <br /> � <br /> From: Wayne Sames, Loca1 Grants Section <br /> Subject: 2001 Grant Application Round <br /> Enclosed you will find information on grant programs available for the 2001 application round. ' <br /> Please review the materials carefully and thoroughly. Application requirements, such as due dates I <br /> for complete applications, do vary. I <br /> The total amount of funding that may be available for these programs is uncertain at this time. I <br /> The Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCMR) has indicated that it will <br /> recommend funding for a number of these programs. This recommendation will be forwarded to I <br /> the 2001 Legislature, which will decide whether to appropriate the funds. Congress has also <br /> taken action to restore some funding to the states for the federal Land and Water Conservation <br /> Fund. A final allocation figure for Minnesota should be available after the first of the year. Other I <br /> federal funding is expected for the National Recreation Trail Program. The 2000 Legislature did I <br /> appropriate $500,000 for a Regional Park Grant Program. See the enclosed fact sheet for more <br /> information on this new program. The 2000 Legislature atso appropriated funds for the trail grant , <br /> programs. , <br /> If you are interested in applying for a grant; we recommend that you return the enclosed <br /> Application Request Form as early as possible. This will allow adequate time for the DNR staff to <br /> discuss the project with you and provide you with the appropriate application materials. Lead <br /> time may be required to meet apptication requirements, such as holding a public hearing, permit <br /> review, completion of appraisals, etc. <br /> Also enclosed is information about the Minnesota Conservation Corps (MCC). We encourage <br /> local governments to consider partnering with the MCC, particularly for projects receiving <br /> National Recreation Trail Funds. <br /> A series of public open houses on these grant programs will be held in various locations around <br /> the state in December. Please see the enclosed meeting schedule for the dates and locations. <br /> DNR Information: 651-296-6157 • 1-888-646-6367 � TTY: 651-296-5484 • 1-800-657-3929 <br /> An Equal Opportunity Empioye� I� Printed on Recycled Paper Containing a <br /> Who Values Diversity ���i Minimum of 10 % Post-Consumer Waste <br />