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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-2 - RURAL GRAVEL ROAD MAINTENANCE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-2-.07 - The Criteria for the Award of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The RC&D
				must have non-profit status.
(2)
				Application must be approved by the local soil and water conservation district
				and the county unit of government.
(3) No more than 1 hydrant per 3 miles square
				will be approved.
(4) A water
				source survey and a location map of anticipated hydrant installation sites must
				be completed prior to approval of any application.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-2 - RURAL GRAVEL ROAD MAINTENANCE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-2-.08 - Directions and Deadlines for Applying for Such Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis
				 from counties wishing to participate. When available funds are spent or
				 obligated, the remaining applicants are placed on a reserve list. Application
				 form attached.
Rural Gravel Road Maintenance Program
Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission
P.O. Box 8024
Athens, Georgia 30603
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.01 - Purpose

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the
				 "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information
				 on a grant program being implemented in the fall of 1993.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.02 - The Name of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The No-Till Assistance Grant Program.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.03 - The Citation to Statutory Basis for the Grant Program in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated or other General Law of the State of Georgia

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Funded from the Stripper Well Settlement Agreement and
				 Petroleum Overcharge funds through the Governor's Office of Energy
				 Resources.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.04 - The General Scope and Purpose of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
To implement energy conservation measures to conserve energy,
				 soil, and water.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Georgia Resource Conservation and Development Council
				 will:
(1) Provide through contractual
				arrangements or otherwise to soil and water conservation district cooperators a
				partial inventory of equipment for conservation tillage implementation
				including:
a. Conservation tillage
				drills/planters with seed attachments and acreage meters.
b. Energy efficient power units compatible
				with the drills.
c.
				Hydroseeders
d. Grass
				spriggers
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.06 - Eligible Recipients of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Non-Profit Resource Conservation and Development Councils
				 (RC&D's).
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.07 - The Criteria for the Award of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The RC&D must have non-profit status. Application must be
				 approved by the local soil and water conservation district.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-3 - NO-TILL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-3-.08 - Directions and Deadlines for Applying for Such Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis
				 from counties wishing to participate. However, preference is given to those
				 counties who have not previously participated in the program. When available
				 funds are spent or obligated, the remaining applicants are placed on a reserve
				 list.
No-Till Assistance Program
Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission
P.O. Box 8024
Athens, Georgia 30603
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-8-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.01 - Purpose

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the
				 "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information
				 on a grant program implemented by the Conservation
				 Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.02 - The Name of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission and United
				 States Fish and Wildlife Service Partners for Wildlife Grants
				 Program.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.03 - The Citation to Statutory Basis for the Grant Program in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated or other General Law of the State of Georgia

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Conservation Commission is authorized under 2-6-27(6) to
				 receive and accept grant funding from outside sources and to manage and
				 disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.04 - The General Scope and Purpose of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
To provide funds for installation of soil and water
				 conservation measures which are also wildlife habitat restoration measures
				 under provisions of the "Partners For Wildlife" agreement with the U.S. Fish
				 and Wildlife Service.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
For an agreed upon amount of funding, usually not to exceed
				 $5,500 as total cost or as cost-share, landowners must install certain
				 conservation and wildlife habitat restoration measures and maintain same for a
				 period of ten years while keeping the area of the activity open for educational
				 visits and inspection tours.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.06 - Eligible Recipients of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Owners of lands in the State of Georgia upon whose land
				 exists conditions which fit the criteria of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
				 for wildlife habitat restoration and concurrent Conservation Commission
				 conservation practice implementation and who are able and willing to meet the
				 requirements of the Partners For Wildlife agreement.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.07 - The Criteria for the Award of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Availability of funding, conditions on the land which fit the
				 requirements of the program, willingness of the owner to commit funds to
				 install measures, willingness of the owner to adhere to longterm aspects of the
				 agreement and physical capacity to accomplished the work.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-4 - PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-4-.08 - Directions and Deadlines for Applying for Such Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Generally depending on the time of the availability of grant
				 funds but usually in time for any work to be completed before the end of the
				 calendar year.
Partners for Wildlife Grant Program
Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission
P.O. Box 8024
Athens, GA 30603
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.01 - Purpose

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the
				 "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information
				 on a grant program implemented by the Conservation
				 Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.02 - The Name of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Agricultural Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Grants
				 Program.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.03 - The Citation to Statutory Basis for the Grant Program in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated or other General Law of the State of Georgia

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Conservation Commission is authorized under 2-6-27 to
				 receive and accept grant funding from outside sources and to manage and
				 disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.04 - The General Scope and Purpose of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
To carry out the Commission's responsibilities as the lead
				 state agency in working with other agencies, groups and individuals in
				 controlling pollution from agricultural nonpoint sources through funding of
				 agricultural water quality best management practices implementation
				 demonstration projects. Costshare funds are made available to the Commission
				 from the EPA through the Georgia EPD under auspices of Section 319(h) of the
				 Federal Water Pollution Control Act.
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-6-27;
				  12-2-4;
				  12-2-6;
				  12-2-7.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Agencies, groups and individuals can apply for cost-share
				 funds to install best management practices (BMP's) to demonstrate how they
				 control nonpoint source pollution from agricultural activities. These grants
				 are on an annual basis and the costshare cannot exceed 60% for the installation
				 of BMP's. Grants cannot replace existing NPS funds from the
				 state.
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-6-27;
				  12-2-4;
				  12-2-6;
				  12-2-7.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.06 - Eligible Recipients of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Agencies, groups, and individuals in Georgia who control
				 water resources or runoff to water resources on agricultural
				 lands.
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-6-27;
				  12-2-4;
				  12-2-6;
				  12-2-7.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.07 - The Criteria for the Award of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Recipient must have one (1) or more acres in size in an
				 area identified as having a water quality impairment or high potential for
				 impairment from NPS pollution from agricultural activities. The recipient must
				 have a demonstrated need for the BMP's and resources adequate to meet minimum
				 participation levels.
Priority for grant applications is assigned primarily on the
				 basis of:
1. The seriousness of the
				NPS problem.
2. The degree of
				innovation which can be demonstrated to solve the problem.
3. Control of interstate problems.
4. The degree of surface and groundwater
				protection afforded.
Other factors considered include watershed priority,
				 available funds, development of water quality parameters and documentation of
				 BMP effectiveness. Repeat grants are available but contingent on prior
				 satisfactory progress.
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-6-27;
				  12-2-4;
				  12-2-6;
				  12-2-7.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-5 - AGRICULTURAL NONPOINT SOURCE GRANTS › Rule 600-5-5-.08 - Directions and Deadlines for Applying for Such Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Application should be provided to the Conservation Commission
				 prior to April 1. Applications after that date may not be funded in the same
				 year. Information and assistance in developing applications is available from
				 the Conservation Commission upon request. It is required that the application
				 first be reviewed by the appropriate soil and water conservation district prior
				 to submission to the Conservation Commission.
Agricultural Nonpoint Source Pollution Prevention
Grants Program
Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission
P.O. Box 8024
Athens, Georgia 30603
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-6-27;
				  12-2-4;
				  12-2-6;
				  12-2-7.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.01 - Purpose

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the
				 "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information
				 on a grant program implemented by the Conservation
				 Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.02 - The Name of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Bobwhite Quail Initiative.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.03 - The Citation to Statutory Basis for the Grant Program in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated or Other General Law of the State of Georgia

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Conservation Commission is authorized under 2-6-27(6) to
				 receive and accept grant funding from outside sources and to manage and
				 disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.04 - The General Scope and Purpose of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
To provide funds for installation of soil and water
				 conservation measures to preserve habitat for wildlife, specifically bobwhite
				 quail and song birds, under provisions of the intergovernmental agreement with
				 the Department of Natural Resources.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
For an agreed upon amount of funding, usually not to exceed
				 $15,000 total cost over a three year period of time as cost-share, landowners
				 must install certain wildlife habitat conservation measures and maintain such
				 measures for a specified period of time.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.06 - Eligible Recipients of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Owners of lands in the State of Georgia who reside in
				 counties specified by the Department of Natural Resources and whose land meets
				 the application requirements specified by the Department of Natural
				 Resources.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.07 - The Criteria for the Award of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Availability of funding, conditions on the land which fit the
				 requirements of the program, willingness of the owner to commit funds to
				 install measures, willingness of the owner to adhere to long-term aspects of
				 the agreement and physical capacity to accomplish the work.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-6 - BOBWHITE QUAIL INITIATIVE › Rule 600-5-6-.08 - Directions and Deadlines for Applying for Such Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Generally dependent on the time of the availability of grant
				 funds anytime between January and December.
Coordinator
Bobwhite Quail Initiative Program
DNR Wildlife Resources Division
116 Rum Creek Drive
Forsyth, GA 31029-6518
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.01 - Purpose

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the
				 "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information
				 on a grant program implemented by the Conservation
				 Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.02 - The Name of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Incentive
				 Program.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.03 - The Citation to Statutory Basis for the Grant Program in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated or Other General Law of the State of Georgia

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Conservation Commission is authorized under 2-6-27(6) to
				 receive and accept grant funding from outside sources and to manage and
				 disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.04 - The General Scope and Purpose of the Grant Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The purpose of the Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation
				 Incentive Program is to provide financial assistance through incentive payments
				 and irrigation efficiency audits to agricultural producers to foster water
				 conservation and enhance water quality.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
For an agreed upon amount of funding, not to exceed $8,000
				 for irrigation retrofitting or $50,000 for renovation/construction of an
				 agricultural water catchment structure as a cost-share. Landowners must install
				 certain water conservation measures and maintain same for a period of three
				 years.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.06 - Eligible Recipients of the Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Incentive
				 Program shall be available to agricultural producers in counties and soil and
				 water conservation districts given priority designations for inclusion in the
				 program shall be under the authority of the Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.07 - The Criteria for the Award of the Grant

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Eligible Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Projects
				 are those projects that upgrade or modify an existing irrigation system(s) for
				 the purpose of reducing stream and/or aquifer water withdrawals. In order to be
				 eligible, projects must be recommended in an irrigation system audit conducted
				 by the Commission. Eligible Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Projects
				 shall include, but not be limited to, agricultural water catchment structures
				 and renovation, the repair, modification, replacement or installation of
				 sprinkler heads, center pivot end gun shutoff, sprinkler head piping and
				 connections (not main line) and pressure restriction and/or flow reduction
				 hardware on existing irrigation system(s).
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-5 - GRANTS › Subject 600-5-7 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-5-7-.08 - Directions and Deadlines for Applying for Such Grants

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Generally dependent on the time of the availability of grant
				 funds but usually in July of each calendar year.
Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Incentive
				 Program
Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission
P.O. Box 8024
Athens, GA 30603
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-27.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE ('BMP') INCENTIVES PROGRAM ('BMP' PROGRAM) › Rule 600-6-1-.01 - Authority

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The State Soil and Water Conservation Commission was created
				 under the Soil and Water Conservation Districts Law, O.C.G.A.  2-6-20,
et seq.
The Conservation Commission was created to serve as the Governor's
				 representative and to act for him in carrying out the administrative functions
				 necessary for the operation of the Soil and Water Conservation Districts
				 program. The Conservation Commission is authorized under O.C.G.A.  2-6-27 to 
				 receive gifts, appropriations, materials, equipment, land and facilities and to
				 manage and disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE ('BMP') INCENTIVES PROGRAM ('BMP' PROGRAM) › Rule 600-6-1-.02 - Purpose and Scope

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The purpose of the BMP Program is to provide financial
				 assistance through incentive-payments to agricultural producers in order to
				 enhance water quality in return for recipients applying agricultural Best
				 Management Practices.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE ('BMP') INCENTIVES PROGRAM ('BMP' PROGRAM) › Rule 600-6-1-.03 - Eligible Recipients

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The BMP Program shall be available to agricultural producers
				 in all 159 counties and 40 soil and water conservation districts. Priority
				 designations for inclusion in the program shall be under the authority of the
				 Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE ('BMP') INCENTIVES PROGRAM ('BMP' PROGRAM) › Rule 600-6-1-.04 - Eligible Best Management Practices

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Eligible Best Management Practices (BMPs) shall include, but
				 not be limited to, diversions, filter strips, fencing along streams, field
				 borders, alternative watering systems or sources, critical area plantings,
				 grassed waterways, terraces, heavy use areas, closures of lagoons, riparian
				 buffers or equivalent controls, animal waste systems and application, manure
				 stack houses and other waste-holding structures, and other practices or
				 projects that enhance water quality.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE ('BMP') INCENTIVES PROGRAM ('BMP' PROGRAM) › Rule 600-6-1-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of BMP Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Funding -
				Funds available to the Commission to provide financial incentives for the BMP
				program shall be as appropriated or otherwise made available to the Commission.
				Agricultural procedures approved by the Commission for the BMP Program will
				receive up to 75% of the documented cost of construction or renovation up to
				the maximum cost-share benefit of $50,000 per applicant.
(2) Application Procedure.
(a) The Commission will accept applications
				from Eligible Recipients for participation in the BMP Program during a minimum
				of two sign up periods per calendar year, those periods being January 1 -
				January 31 and July 1 - July 31. Other application periods may be established
				based on availability of funds.
(b)
				Applications shall be submitted in a format directed by the Commission and
				shall include at least the following information:
(i) the name and address, tax identification
				number of the applicant and location of the farm where BMP Programs are to be
				implemented; and
(ii) a complete
				description of the proposed BMP Programs and the timetable for accomplishing
				the project(s); and
(iii) the
				anticipated costs of the BMP Programs to be implemented, and the percentage of
				such costs the applicant proposes to bear, which percentage shall not be less
				than 25%.
(iv) In order to remain
				eligible for participation in the Program, the applicant shall cooperate with
				the Commission during the review process, and provide additional information as
				required, on-site access, independent verification of costs, etc.
(c) An original and two copies of
				an application shall be submitted by the application deadline to one of the
				Commission's six (6) regional offices which has responsibility over the area in
				which the applicant's farm is located.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-2 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-6-2-.01 - Authority

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The State Soil and Water Conservation Commission was created
				 under the Soil and Water Conservation Districts Law, O.C.G.A.  2-6-20,
et seq.
The Conservation Commission was created to serve as the Governor's
				 representative and to act for him in carrying out the administrative functions
				 necessary for the operation of the Soil and Water Conservation Districts
				 program. The Conservation Commission is authorized under O.C.G.A.  2-6-27 to 
				 receive gifts, appropriations, materials, equipment, land and facilities and to
				 manage and disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-2 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-6-2-.02 - Purpose and Scope

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The purpose of the Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation
				 Incentive Program is to provide financial assistance through incentive payments
				 and irrigation efficiency audits to agricultural producers to foster water
				 conservation and enhance water quality in return for recipients applying
				 agricultural irrigation projects.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-2 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-6-2-.03 - Eligible Recipients

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Incentive
				 Program shall be available to agricultural producers in all 159 counties and 40
				 soil and water conservation districts. Priority designations for inclusion in
				 the program shall be under the authority of the Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-2 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-6-2-.04 - Eligible Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Projects

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Eligible Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Projects
				 are those projects that upgrade or modify an existing irrigation system(s) for
				 the purpose of reducing stream and/or aquifer water withdrawals. In order to be
				 eligible, projects must be recommended in an irrigation system audit conducted
				 by the Commission within the one-year period immediately preceding the
				 applicant's application for incentive payments under the Agriculture Irrigation
				 Water Conservation Incentive Program. Eligible Agriculture Irrigation Water
				 Conservation Projects shall include, but not be limited to, surface irrigation
				 water retention structures and renovation, the repair, modification,
				 replacement or installation of sprinkler heads, center pivot end gun shutoff,
				 sprinkler head piping and connections (not main line) and pressure restriction
				 and/or flow reduction hardware on existing irrigation
				 system(s).
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-6 - AGRICULTURAL WATER QUALITY\CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAMS › Subject 600-6-2 - AGRICULTURE IRRIGATION WATER CONSERVATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM › Rule 600-6-2-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Incentive Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Funding - Funds available to the Commission to provide
				 financial incentives for the Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation
				 Incentive Program shall be as appropriated or otherwise made available to the
				 Commission. Agricultural producers approved by the Commission for the
				 Agriculture Irrigation Water Conservation Incentive Program will receive up to
				 75% of the documented cost of construction, renovation, installation,
				 modification or upgrade of approved projects, subject to the following
				 limitations: (i) up to a maximum of $50,000 for surface water retention
				 structures such as ponds; (ii) up to a maximum of $8,000 for irrigation
				 delivery units where end gun shut offs are utilized; and (iii) up to a maximum
				 of $5,000 for other irrigation delivery unit upgrades, modifications, retrofits
				 or enhancements.
(1) Application Procedure.
(a) The Commission will accept applications
				 from Eligible Recipients for participation in the Agriculture Irrigation Water
				 Conservation Incentive Program based on two deadlines per year, January 1 -
				 January 31 and April 1 - July 31.
(b) Applications shall be submitted in a
				 format directed by the Commission and shall include at least the following
				 information:
(i) the name and address, tax
				 identification number of the applicant and location of the farm where
				 Irrigation Efficiency is to be implemented; and
(ii) a complete description of the proposed
				 Irrigation Efficiency and the timetable for accomplishing the project;
				 and
(iii) the anticipated costs of
				 the irrigation water savings upgrades to be implemented, and the percentage of
				 such costs the applicant proposes to bear, which percentage shall not be less
				 than 25%.
(iv) In order to remain
				 eligible for participation in the Program, the applicant shall cooperate with
				 the Commission during the review process, and provide additional information as
				 required, on-site access, independent verification of costs, etc.
(c) An original and two copies of
				 an application shall be submitted by the application deadline to one of the
				 Commission's six (6) regional offices which has responsibility over the area in
				 which the applicant's farm is located.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-7 › Subject 600-7-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER USE MEASUREMENT PROGRAM › Rule 600-7-1-.01 - Authority

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The State Soil and Water Conservation Commission was created
				 under the Soil and Water Conservation Districts Law, O.C.G.A. §
									2-6-20,
et seq.
The Conservation
				 Commission was created to serve as the Governor's representative and to act for
				 him in carrying out the administrative functions necessary for the operation of
				 the Soil and Water Conservation Districts program. The Conservation Commission
				 is authorized under O.C.G.A. §
									2-6-27 to  receive gifts,
				 appropriations, materials, equipment, land and facilities and to manage and
				 disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-7 › Subject 600-7-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER USE MEASUREMENT PROGRAM › Rule 600-7-1-.02 - Purpose and Scope

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The purpose of the Agricultural Water Use Measurement Program
				 (the "Ag Measurement Program") shall be to implement, conduct, and maintain a
				 water use measuring program that efficiently utilizes public funds, integrates
				 cooperative arrangements with the private sector and partnerships with other
				 State agencies, and meets the water-use data needs of the State for effectively
				 managing and utilizing water resources; while, at the same time, is sensitive
				 to and respects the distinctive implications of carrying out actions under the
				 auspices of the State that involve entering onto private lands and installing,
				 maintaining, and monitoring State owned equipment on private irrigation
				 systems.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-7 › Subject 600-7-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER USE MEASUREMENT PROGRAM › Rule 600-7-1-.03 - Farm Use Water Permits Covered by the Ag Measurement Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Ag Measurement Program shall be applicable to
				 agricultural water use permit holders in all 159 counties and 40 soil and water
				 conservation districts. Priority designations for inclusion in the program
				 shall be under the authority of the Commission.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-6-20.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-7 › Subject 600-7-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER USE MEASUREMENT PROGRAM › Rule 600-7-1-.04 - Priorities for Inclusion in Ag Measurement Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Timetable.
(a)
i. As
				provided in House Bill 579, new O.C.G.A. §
											12-5-31(m.1) and new O.C.G.A.
				§
											12-5-105(b.1) contemplate that the
				Commission shall develop a priority system for installation of water-measuring
				devices for farm uses that have permits as of July 1, 2003.
ii. Provided adequate funding is received,
				the Commission is directed to install and commence operation and maintenance of
				such water measuring devices for all such farm uses by July 1, 2009, provided,
				however, that the Commission shall not install a water measuring device on any
				irrigation system for such a farm use if such irrigation system is equipped
				with a meter as of July 1, 2003, if such meter is determined by the Commission
				to be properly installed and operable, but any subsequent replacement or
				maintenance of such an irrigation system that necessitates replacement of such
				meter shall necessitate installation of a water measuring device by the
				Commission.
iii. The Commission may
				charge any permittee the Commission's reasonable costs for purchase and
				installation of a water measuring device for any farm use permit issued by EPD
				after July 1, 2003 unless such permittee submitted its permit application prior
				to December 31, 2002.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-7 › Subject 600-7-1 - AGRICULTURAL WATER USE MEASUREMENT PROGRAM › Rule 600-7-1-.05 - General Terms and Conditions of Agricultural Water Use Measurement Program

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Funding.
Funds available to the Commission to provide water-measuring
				 devices for the Ag Measurement Program shall be as appropriated or otherwise
				 made available to the Commission. The Commission is authorized under O.C.G.A.
				 §
										2-6-27 to  receive and accept grant
				 funding from outside sources and disperse same in support of soil and water
				 conservation activities.
(2) Education and Public Awareness Efforts
				for the Ag Measurement Program.
Water-use measuring devices such as flow meters are common in
				 some areas of the U.S. as a component of irrigation management practices, but
				 the Commission has determined that a significant number of irrigators in
				 Georgia may lack adequate knowledge and understanding of meters and how they
				 might be used. Accordingly the Commission has determined the need for
				 conducting an educational program for farmers and others regarding the
				 implications of metering, potential farm management improvements that can
				 result from measuring water-use, and the critical need for measuring
				 agricultural water-use for Georgia. To this end, the Director shall cause basic
				 information to be distributed and insure appropriate announcements will be
				 provided to the public.
(3)
				Data Management Plan.
(a) General Guidelines.
				The ultimate goal of the Ag Measurement Program is generating useful data on
				water-use by farmers. HB579 states that "the State Soil and Water Conservation
				Commission shall on behalf of the State purchase, install, operate, and
				maintain water-measuring devices.". Data collected from this program is
				intended to contribute to the sound-science initiative, and provide information
				to EPD on how much water farmers use on a crop-by-crop basis, and in each river
				basin. Protocols will be established to ensure that information is accurately
				recorded, compiled, analyzed, and summarized.
(b) Frequency of Meter Readings. The
				Commission will read meters annually or cause such meters to be read annually
				(or otherwise collect data from such meters) or more frequently in the
				discretion of the Commission. Commission personnel shall have the authority to
				enter the property where a meter has been installed.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-8 › Subject 600-8-1 - EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PERSONS INVOLVED WITH LAND DISTURBING ACTIVITIES › Rule 600-8-1-.01 - Authority

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The State Soil and Water Conservation Commission (the
				 "Conservation Commission") was created under the Soil and Water Conservation
				 Districts Law, O.C.G.A. §
									2-6-20,
et seq.
The Conservation
				 Commission was created to serve as the Governor's arm in carrying out the
				 administrative functions necessary for the operation of the Soil and Water
				 Conservation Districts program. The Conservation Commission is authorized under
				 O.C.G.A. §
									2-6-27 to  receive gifts,
				 appropriations, materials, equipment, land and facilities and to manage and
				 disperse same in support of soil and water conservation
				 activities.
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-6-27,  12-7-19.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 600 - STATE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION COMMISSION › Chapter 600-8 › Subject 600-8-1 - EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PERSONS INVOLVED WITH LAND DISTURBING ACTIVITIES › Rule 600-8-1-.02 - Purpose and Scope

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The purpose of the Education and Training Certification
				 Requirements for Persons Involved with Land Disturbing Activities is to
				 implement a program for the administration of the education and training
				 program established under O.C.G.A. §
									12-7-19, as
				 amended.
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-6-27,  12-7-19.