Applications are open for funding the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT).  The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) a few days ago adopted rules that will open up a new revenue source for much needed water-related that are part of the current state plan.  TWDB Chair Carlos Rubinstein said each project is one step closer to TX being drought-resilient.  Money was appropriated in a statewide Amendment to divert money.  To apply for SWIFT funding, entities must submit an abridged application to the TWDB by Feb. 3, 2015.  Then the projects will to prioritized.  If given preliminary approval, then submit a full application, including an environmental, engineering, financial and legal review.  More information is available on the TWDB WEBSITE.