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TWO SOURCES of grants are available in Washington State for lake management activities and are outlined in the table below. The state also provides low-cost loans for projects under the State Revolving Fund for Water Pollution Control. Additional information is available from the Washington State Department of Ecology, Water Quality Program at 360/407-6400.
| Aquatic Weed Management Fund | Centennial Clean Water Fund | |
| Purpose | Supports local aquatic weed projects (invasive, non-native weeds like Eurasian watermilfoil receive funding priority). | Supports water quality planning and implementation projects. |
| Eligibility | Local, state governments, tribes, conservation and special purpose districts eligible. For lakes with public boat ramps or designated as fly fishing only. | Local, state governments, tribes, conservation and special districts eligible. For lakes with public access. |
| Match | Provides 75 percent matching funds. Projects limits of $30,000 to $75,000. | 50-75 percent matching funds. |
| Project | Funds start-up costs only; not ongoing operations & maintenance. | Funds start-up costs only; not ongoing operations & maintenance. |
| Deadline | Applications due November 1. | Applications due February. |
| Budget | $300,000 available each year. | Future availability uncertain. |
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