OMAG All Access

Rural Economic Action Plan Grants (ft. Ariel LaMontagne & Kretchen Olmeda)

OMAG All Access

Unlock $150K for Infrastructure: Understanding the OWRB REAP Grant

 In this episode of OMAG All Access, Risk Management Director William Shepard and Specialist Hunter Askew sit down with Ariel LaMontagne and Kretchen Olmeda from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to break down the Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) Grant.

With up to $150,000 in funding available—and no match requirement—this program is a game-changer for Oklahoma towns and rural districts. Learn how to qualify, what documents you’ll need, and why applying early could make all the difference. Whether your municipality needs waterline repairs, sewer upgrades, or system planning support, this conversation delivers practical guidance that can move your projects forward.

🔗 For resources and the REAP grant application, visit omag.org/sewer-resources.