Florida Statutes Title XXIX. Public Health § 403.7238. Expanded local hazardous waste management programs

(1) The Legislature recognizes the need for increased participation by local governments in ensuring that small quantity generators are properly managing their hazardous waste and that waste reduction opportunities are promoted and realized. In order to promote this participation, the department shall establish a grant program on a competitive basis for counties that meet the following criteria:

(2) Grants are authorized to cover startup costs incurred to establish the expanded local hazardous waste management program, including training for personnel, and materials and equipment necessary for education, compliance activities, and program administration. The total costs of administration shall not exceed 10 percent of the county's grant award.

(3) The maximum amount of a grant for a county establishing an expanded local hazardous waste management program shall be $50,000.