Contact: Steven Michels, (608) 267-7874
Madison β Governor Scott Walker proclaimed September 2017 as Coastal Awareness Month in Wisconsin in recognition of the important impact the Great Lakes have on the state.
βItβs critical we highlight the importance of our Great Lakes,β said Governor Walker. βThey drive Wisconsinβs economic growth through connecting us with the national and global economy, as well as provide us all with increased tourism, recreation, and greater appreciation for our stateβs rich natural history.β
The Department of Administrationβs Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) is accepting grant applications for proposals to enhance and protect resources within Wisconsinβs coastal zone.
WCMP, now in its 39th year, works cooperatively with Great Lakes stakeholders to help protect and enhance the natural, cultural, and historical resources of the Great Lakes while encouraging responsible economic development. The program anticipates awarding approximately $1.5 million in grant funding for the 2018 Wisconsin Coastal Management Grant Program.
βThe proclamation is a reminder for the people of Wisconsin to protect, promote and enjoy the stateβs Great Lakes,β said Secretary Scott Neitzel. βWe are committed to ensuring the Great Lakes remain a vibrant part of Wisconsinβs economy and quality of life.β
Applicants may contact WCMP staff to discuss proposal ideas and application requirements. Application materials are available on the WCMP website. Applications are due November 3, 2017.