Besides the important fact that preventing contamination from occurring is much cheaper then treating the water after it has been contaminated. Your public water system can qualify for loan programs that will assist the public water system in developing or implementing drinking water source protection plans.
Can non-profits and local governments that are not involved in the direct operation of public water systems apply for grants/loans?
Yes. Although preference is given to public water systems with Endorsed Drinking Water Source Protection Plans that apply, any organization proposing projects promoting strategies that protect sources of public drinking water can qualify. Funding for these projects can be pursued through the Alaska Clean Waters Actions (ACWA) grant process, or the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) loan process. The amount of funding available and eligibility varies. Contact Drinking Water Source Protection for further information: 907-269-7549.
Can the Wellhead Protection Management CD ROM be used to create an Endorsed Drinking Water Source Protection Plan?
Yes: This CD, available by contacting DEC Drinking Water Source Protection, allows you to enter information specific to your community/water systems and give examples of possible strategies to use in your plan. Although originally designed for the protection of wells, it can also be used to develop a draft plan for surface water sources. The CD produces a draft Microsoft Word .rtf file, and modifications can be made manually to tailor the plan to your surface water source.
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