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Here's a little newzzzzz about Cost Share Grants |
The Oneida County office has $47,000.00 in Cost Share funding for 2021.
Each NEW project that qualifies, could receive up to $8,000.00
or 50% of their project cost, whichever is less.
Each NEW project that qualifies, could receive up to $8,000.00
or 50% of their project cost, whichever is less.
- Our program's #1 GOAL is to protect water quality and conserve soil resources!
- The Oneida County Conservation & UW-Extension Education Committee approves/denies all projects based on the project's contribution to water quality protection.
- Installed practices must remain in place for 10 years.
If you are interested in APPLYING for Cost Share monies,
or if you have more questions, click on the Application button
below or call our office at 715-369-7835.
Note: Submitting an application DOES NOT obligate you to
participate in the program, nor does it obligate LWCD
to make cost share monies available.
or if you have more questions, click on the Application button
below or call our office at 715-369-7835.
Note: Submitting an application DOES NOT obligate you to
participate in the program, nor does it obligate LWCD
to make cost share monies available.
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The Conservation
Cost Share Program Brochure A Grant Reimbursement Program Click on the brochure cover for a look at the program brochure. Each Cost Share project is completely unique. Construction plans are designed specifically for each landowner and meet strict state and county specifications. To qualify for reimbursement of 2020 project costs (50% or $8,000.00 whichever is less), landowners must follow design plans and construction must be Engineer and LWCD approved upon completion. |
Send a completed Cost Share Application to: Oneida County LWCD, Attention: Cost Share Program, Courthouse, P O Box 400, Rhinelander WI 54501; e-mail to: msadauskas@co.oneida.wi.us; or drop off the application to the office on the second floor of the Oneida County Courthouse (access through Planning & Zoning office).
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Project Ranking Form
Oftentimes, we don't have enough cost share funding to provide money to all those who apply for the program. The form below assists us in prioritizing which projects Oneida County can partially fund. Click on the button below to take a look at how we do that.
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A project deposit must be submitted before design work begins. Engineered practices such as rock riprap; enviroloc bags, and curlex blocs, etc., require a $1,000 deposit. Non-engineered practices, such as native plantings and rain gardens, require a $500 deposit.
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Contract Sample
A sample of a cost share contract will give you a close up look at what information is required.
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Sample Construction Plan
All construction plans are designed by the Oneida County Conservationist and our DATCP Engineer. Plans follow state recognized standards and projects are overseen by the Oneida County Land and Water Conservation Department from initial site visit to sign off. Additionally, LWCD performs follow-up visits on completed projects as staffing allows.
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Contractor/Landscaper List
Contractors that work with the Cost Share Program and the services they provide are listed below. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Oneida County Land and Water Conservation Department at 715-369-7835.