| Through the "Dam, Lake, Stream, Flood Control,
                                  Water Resources, and Wastewater Treatment Project
                                  Bond Act of 2003," P.L.2003, c.162, $15,000,000
                                  was made available for Lake and Stream Restoration
                                  Project Loans. In 2005, applications were accepted
                                  and 18 projects were selected to receive funding.
                                  All $15,000,000 was obligated in this first round
                                  of funding. The loan program is a revolving loan
                                    program. As loans are repaid and funds become available,
                                    the Department will offer addition application
                                    periods to fund future projects. Information regarding
                                    future application periods will be posted on this
                                    web site. The program is administered by the Office
                                    of Engineering and Construction. Should you have
                                    any questions regarding this program, please contact
                                    John Ritchey at (609) 984-0859 or by email at john.ritchey@dep.state.nj.us. 
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