ST. PAUL, MN (KDAL) – A 1.1 million dollar grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will support Minnesota Lake Superior Coastal Programs.
Significant local projects include a shore protection structure assessment from the DNR, coastal erosion outreach and a new exhibit at the Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth about key watershed concepts.
The DNR is also taking applications for Short Term Action Request grants to protect coastal resources and support sustainable use.
The first round applications for the 2500 to 10,000 dollar grants are due September 1st.
Information and applications are at mndnr.gov/miscp.
