DNR announces recipients of $1 million from Aquatic Habitat Grant Program
Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 04/18/2014 10:00 AM EDTEight projects awarded $1 million from new grant program made possible by new license structure.
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Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 18, 2014
Contact: Chris Freiburger, 517-284-5830; Gary Whelan, 517-284-5840; or Ed Golder, 517-284-5815
DNR announces recipients of $1 million from new Aquatic Habitat Grant Program
The Department of Natural Resources has approved the first projects under the new Aquatic Habitat Grant Program. From the 58 applications received and evaluated, the DNR approved the following 8 projects, totaling $1 million:
| Applicant Name | Project Name | Applicant County | Grant Amount Recommended |
| Huron Pines | Golden Lotus Dam Removal - Pigeon River |
Otsego | $272,500 |
| City of Niles | Pucker Street Dam Removal | Berrien | $200,000 |
| Conservation Resource Alliance | Sanborn Creek Crossings Restoration Project |
Lake | $48,615 |
| Timberland RCD | Hubbardston Dam Removal, Fish Creek | Ionia | $200,000 |
| DNR Fisheries Division - Thompson State Fish Hatchery |
Thompson Hatchery Dam Removal |
Schoolcraft | $60,900 |
| Barry Conservation District | High Bank Creek Habitat Restoration | Barry | $94,700 |
| City of Rochester | Paint Creek Habitat Restoration | Oakland | $98,285 |
| Forest Resources Division, Ocqueoc River | Ocqueoc River Grist Mill Abutment Removal |
Presque Isle | $25,000 |
The program was designed to protect intact and rehabilitate degraded aquatic resources throughout the state; develop self-sustaining aquatic communities that provide for continuing recreational opportunities and natural resource-based economies; and develop strong relationships and partnerships.
“Grants awarded this year will enhance a broad range of aquatic habitat that is the foundation for Michigan’s world-class fishing opportunities,” said Chris Freiburger, coordinator of the program. “We’re excited for these projects to get underway and really make a difference.”
The new program is being funded by the new license structure for fishing licenses. When anglers purchase licenses, their dollars make opportunities such as the Aquatic Habitat Grant Program possible. Anyone interested in learning more about this program should visit www.michigan.gov/dnr-grants.