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Page references a 2026 QZ Grant Solicitation Notice but no explicit deadline was visible on the page. Stored deadline of 2026-04-17 has passed as of today (2026-04-29). Eligibility differs from stored data — page says reservoir owners/managers, not local governments/nonprofits/educational institutio
"Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program is sponsored by California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways. This grant supports preventative plans to protect California's reservoirs from quagga and zebra mussel infestations. It's open to local and state government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions committed to aquatic ecosystem management and protection.
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Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program Alert Something is happening and people are freaking out. California water body authorities very early recognized the westward spread of mussel infestation via the Colorado River system and the potential harm to state waterways should our lakes and reservoirs be invaded.
To help prevent California waterways from infestation, DBW was authorized to manage the collection and use of the quagga and zebra mussel infestation prevention fees from California fresh water boaters.
2026 QZ Grant Solicitation Notice (Press Release) 2026 QZ Grant Presentation Notice and Agenda 2026 QZ Presentation Questions and Answers QZ Grant Program Notifications Sent Save the Date Grant Announcement, Sent 2/3/2026 Link to Online Grant Application (OLGA) OLGA Step-By-Step Instructions Scope of Work and Table of Deliverables Tier 1: Planning/Assesment Project Narrative Instructions --OR-- Tier 2: Implementation Project Narrative Instructions Resolution/Letter of Approval Template Sample Owner/Management Authority Information 2026 Webinar: 2026 Webinar Slides For New Applicants: QZ Grant Program Overview Video Tier 1 and Tier 2 Project Comparison QZ Grant Review and Scoring Questions If Awarded: Example of Early-Detection Mussel Monitoring Requirements for Grantees 2014-2025 Master QZ Grant Funding Summary 2025 QZ Grant Map Locations 2024 QZ Grant Map Locations 2023 QZ Grant Map Locations 2022 QZ Grant Map Locations 2021 QZ Grant Map Locations 2019/2020 QZ Grant Map Locations 2018/2019 QZ Grant Map Locations 2017/2018 QZ Grant Map Locations 2016/2017 QZ Grant Map Locations 2015/2016 QZ Grant Map Locations 2014/2015 QZ Grant Map Locations As part of its mission, the Division of Boating and Waterways manages the Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program, which supports preventative plans that help protect California’s reservoirs from a dreissenid mussel infestation.
Through program funding, the State could avert significant damage to the water delivery system, which provides drinking water to millions of Californians and irrigation to a $40 billion per year agricultural industry. Preventive programs can also help keep reservoirs open for recreational activities, like boating and fishing.
Funding priority is given to prevention plans that are consistent with Fish and Game Code, Section 2302 , which also takes into consideration the benefits of a regional-scale dreissenid mussel infestation Prevention Plan such as: Assessing the vulnerability of the reservoir for the introduction of non-native dreissenid mussel species by, but not limited to: Monitoring the number of visitors Inquire as to the origin of visitors (relative to dreissenid infested waters) Monitor outside equipment that is allowed (rentals) Survey the duration of use (day-use, slipped/moored) Monitor access (managed or unmanaged) Prevention efforts being implemented Education efforts being implemented Develop and implement a program designed to prevent the introduction of non-native dreissenid mussel species by including, at a minimum, all of the following: Public Education consists of handouts, flyers, signage, postings and verbal communication and education.
Monitoring consist of applying substrate and plankton tows equipment for monitoring the adult and/or larval mussels. Management of those recreational, boating or fishing activities that are permitted which shall include, but not limited to; inspections, decontamination stations and/or information where to decontaminate a vessel, exit inspections and banding of vessels to trailers.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local and state government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions in California. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,000,000 (total expected awarded). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was April 17, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program is funded by California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start with the full solicitation document linked on this page — it contains the submission instructions and required forms.
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