For the purpose of the Local Levee Grant Program, how will DWR define the type of facilities that are levees?
As currently proposed, the draft Guidelines for the Local Levee Grant Program define a “levee” as “an embankment intentionally constructed for the purpose of preventing overflow of a watercourse.” Notwithstanding revision resulting from public comment, for a local levee evaluation grant proposal to be considered under the LOLE Program, the subject facility must meet the definition of a “levee” as defined on page 8 of the draft guidelines. • Is it correct that applicants must provide a 50-percent non-State match for Local Levee Grant Program funding? Yes. DWR will require that 50 percent of the eligible costs for repair or evaluation are provided by the grantee. • Is there a preference between cash or in-kind matching for Local Levee Grant Program funding? DWR does not have a preference on whether the grantee’s 50-percent share is accomplished through in-kind services or cash payments. If in-kind services are rendered, DWR will require that the costs be reasonable and justified, as dete
