OEPA announces grants

Ohio Environmental Protection -- Communities, local governments and businesses can now submit applications for various grants to support recycling programs and litter prevention efforts, OEPA officials said this week.   The agency will host an informational meeting on the 2014 grant application process Oct. 3 at the Department of Transportation auditorium.  Entities can apply for: the Community Grant, the Litter Cleanup and Tire Amnesty Grant, the Market Development Grant and the Scrap Tire Grant.  Applications should outline the project's parameters, budget and sustainability, as well as how the applicant will comply with matching fund requirements. They are due Feb. 3 and will be announced in May 2014, with funding available in July 2014.