Solid Waste Facility Grant Fund

This fund assists New Mexico solid waste facilities implement projects that help protect the health of the residents and the environment. Funding for the Solid Waste Facility Grant is made available by revenues from civil penalties associated with Solid Waste Bureau enforcement actions. The grant program is authorized by the New Mexico Solid Waste Act, Section 74-9-40.C NMSA 1978, and Solid Waste Rules, 20.9.25 NMAC. The purpose of this grant is to enable the and operation of solid waste facilities and systems throughout the state. Only the following entities may apply for Solid Waste Facility Grant funding: Counties Municipalities Solid waste authorities Examples of eligible projects include: Environmental monitoring wells (groundwater, methane) Final closure design and certifications; purchase of materials for final cover Traffic flow improvements at landfills, transfer stations, collection centers Weather stations Equipment purchases Litter control mechanisms Site surveys, engineering plans Prioritization of awards is based on criteria described in 20.9.25.10 NMAC. Multiple eligible entities may submit a grant application jointly. Ineligible entities may partner with an eligible entity. Please contact the Solid Waste Bureau to discuss how expenses associated with the proposed project may fit within eligible expenses. Eligible expenses are described in 20.9.25.9(C)(1) NMAC and include, but are not limited to: Planning for the development of a regional solid waste disposal facility or for regional disposal services Costs of engineering feasibility reports, contracted engineering design, inspection of construction, special engineering services which includes, but is not limited to, the preparation of operation and maintenance manuals Contracted facility construction, operation or system operation Projects are funded on a fiscal year cycle, July 1 to June 30. Funded projects must be completed within the fiscal year. Solid Waste Facility Grant Fund Application FY24 Contact the Solid Waste Bureau at: [email protected] or 505-827-0197.