Wisconsin Assessment Monies (WAM)
Wisconsin Assessment Monies (WAM) supports Wisconsin communities with brownfield assessments, site investigations, and remedial action planning to address contamination that impedes redevelopment or reuse.
Funder: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: No application deadline listed
Funding Amounts: Contractor services awards or community-managed subgrants; since 2010, EPA has awarded DNR and partners $5.3 million for brownfield assessments
Summary: WAM supports assessment and planning at Wisconsin brownfield properties where contamination is impeding redevelopment.
Key Information: Private entities may apply only for contractor services awards.
Description
Wisconsin Assessment Monies (WAM) is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Remediation and Redevelopment Program using brownfield assessment funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It supports work at properties where known or potential contamination complicates redevelopment or reuse.
WAM offers contractor services awards and community-managed subgrants. Contractor services can include Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments, site investigations, and remedial action planning. Under a community-managed award, a local government or tribal entity selects a qualified environmental professional and oversees the work. The program considers community involvement, financial need, potential benefits to health and livability, and alignment with local redevelopment objectives.
