W. Va. Code R. § 33-10-3 - Grants Available From Recycling Assistance Grant Program

3.1. The recycling assistance grant program provides grants to assist local governments and other interested parties in:

3.1.a. initiating, expanding, or upgrading recycling and/or source reduction programs;

3.1.b. public education programs which promote recycling and/or source reduction; and

3.1.c. recycling market procurement efforts.

3.2. The Recycling Assistance Fund Grant Review Committee shall evaluate the Recycling Assistance grant proposals that have met all department submission requirements and eligibility requirements established by this rule and are in compliance with one or more criteria of section 3.1 of this rule on a competitive basis considering each proposal's objectives towards maximizing the following factors:

3.2.a. conservation of limited natural resources;

3.2.b. public education regarding litter control recycling and/or source reduction;

3.2.c. recycling of valuable materials;

3.2.d. extending the useful life of solid waste landfills; and

3.2.e. reducing the need for new landfills.

3.3. The following types of grants are available:

3.3.a. Local Government Recycling Feasibility Study and Planning Grant - This grant is for researching the feasibility of community, county, and regional recycling programs including market development and requires submittal of a detailed comprehensive plan. A local government may use a professional service to assist in planning and/or implementing a comprehensive recycling program.

3.3.b. Recycling Program Assistance Grant - This grant is for initiating, expanding, or upgrading recycling programs, and emphasizes the integration of source reduction and recycling.

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W. Va. Code R. § 33-10-3