2009
-2010 «*
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Introduction to the Clean Water Act (CWA)
July 16, 2009, 1:00pm-3:00pm Eastern
Objective: Provide an introduction to key sections of the Clean Water Act (CWA) and focus on how
Tribes can use those programs to protect human health and water resources on Reservation lands.
Information presented will help Tribes build an effective tribal water quality program.
Introduction to Section 106 of the Clean Water Act (CWA):
Grants for Pollution Control Programs
August 26, 2009, 2:OQpm-4:OOpm Eastern
Objective: Provide introductory information on the Section 106 program, with particular emphasis
on what is needed to establish a water quality program. This session is intended for those with less
than 18 months of experience with the Section 106 program and those who wish to refresh their
basic knowledge of the program.
Introduction to Section 319 of the Clean Water Act (CWA):
Nonpoint Source (NPS) Management Program
• Session 1: July 22, 2009, 1:00pm-2:30pm Eastern
Objective: Discuss NPS pollution, common best management practices, and using section 106 or
other funding (other than 319) to help implement an NPS Program.
• Session 2: August 12, 2009, 1:00pm-2:30pm Eastern
Objective: Discuss 319 eligibility requirements and developing or revising NPS assessment and
management plans.
• Session 3: Date to be determined*
Objective: Discuss base and competitive funding processes and developing a good work plan.
• Session 4: Date to be determined*
Objective: Discuss outreach and education tools to gain support for watershed assessments,
watershed plans, and implementing management practices to address polluted runoff.
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