Boating Safety & Enforcement Equipment Grant Program (BSEE)
Forecasted
The Boating Safety & Enforcement Equipment Grant Program helps California agencies obtain advanced equipment to boost waterway safety and enforcement, funded by the California Department of Parks and Recreation.
Funder: California Department of Parks and Recreation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical awards $20,000–$170,000; total annual funding $1.2M–$1.5M; up to 100% of eligible costs covered.
Summary: Supports California local government agencies in purchasing boating safety and law enforcement equipment to enhance waterway safety and enforcement.
Key Information: For California local government agencies only; application via OLGA system.
Description
The Boating Safety & Enforcement Equipment Grant Program (BSEE), administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation’s Division of Boating and Waterways, provides competitive grants to California local government agencies for the purchase of essential boating safety and law enforcement equipment. The program aims to improve safety standards and the effectiveness of local marine patrols on California’s waterways by funding items such as patrol boats, personal watercraft, search and rescue tools, and advanced navigation or communication devices. Grants can cover up to 100% of eligible costs, depending on the proportion of time the equipment will be used for boating safety and enforcement activities.
