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Partners for ConservationIllinois Clean Lakes Program
State funding for the program is made available under Partners for Conservation legislation (formerly Conservation 2000). Two types of grant awards are authorized under ICLP. Phase I lake study grants are awarded to identify problems and sources of pollution, and to develop a feasible course of corrective action. A typical Phase I study period lasts two years. Phase II grants support the implementation of procedures recommended in the Phase I report to improve water quality, recreational and ecological aspects of the lake. Before a Phase II grant can be awarded, a Phase I study or equivalent must be conducted. Phase I grants are awarded on a 60 percent state, 40 percent local cost-share basis. Phase II grants are awarded on a 50/50 basis. Illinois EPA evaluates all applications on three primary factors: an assessment of the lake's overall water quality, its potential for improved water quality, and potential public benefits. For further information and an application, down a copy of the Illinois Clean Lakes Program Financial Application Package. |
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The
Illinois Clean Lakes Program (ICLP) is a financial assistance grant program
that supports lake owners' interest and commitment to long-term, comprehensive
lake management. Through the ICLP, Illinois EPA provides technical and financial
assistance primarily to governmental entities that manage publicly-owned lakes
with extensive public access and use. Controlling sources of pollution affecting
water quality, restoring lakes that have deteriorated in recreational and ecological
quality, and protecting high quality lake resources are the primary objectives
of the program. 