GLIN==> Webinars: GLRI 2011 RFA /small change in schedule

We have a small change in schedule for the March 9, 2011 webinar:
The discussion of the Watershed Remediation "category" will take place
before 11:00 am

Also, please note the updated website http://greatlakesrestoration.us -
that now contains an interactive map based upon data from the Great
Lakes Restoration Initiative Accountability System (GLAS)
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Great Lakes Restoration Initiative 2011 Request for Applications
Announcement Number: EPA-R5-GL2011-1 /
http://www.epa.gov/greatlakes/fund/2011rfa01/

EPA is soliciting applications for grants and cooperative agreements to
be awarded as part of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. Up to $40
million may be awarded under this Request for Applications for about 150
projects, contingent on the availability of appropriations, the quality
of applications received, and other applicable considerations.

Learn more about the Request for Applications
EPA will host two webinars to explain the Request for Applications and
answer your questions. There is no charge to participate, but you must
preregister.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011, 10 a.m. - noon CST
Registration Web Link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/778176848

Thursday, March 17, 2011, 10 a.m. - noon CDT
Registration Web Link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/214473136

Webinar Agenda
10:00 - 10:40 Introduction, demonstration and overview
Discussion of Request for Applications Categories
10:40 - 10:55 Toxic Substances and Areas of Concern
10:55 - 11:15 Invasive Species
11:15 - 11:40 Nearshore Health and Nonpoint Source Pollution
11:40 - 11:55 Accountabililty, Education, Monitoring, Evaluation,
Communication and Partnerships

More information about the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative is at
www.greatlakesrestoration.us