Missouri Department of Natural Resources Awards $2.97 Million for Wastewater Treatment System Improvements

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The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $2.97 million to the city of La Monte to upgrade its wastewater treatment facilities. The funding will cover the entire cost of the project, estimated to be completed by November 2026. The city will use the funds to improve its wastewater system's southeast and northwest treatment facilities, meeting permit limits and extending the system's life and efficiency. This project is part of the department's Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which finances improvements to wastewater treatment facilities and sewer collection systems. The funding will save the city's ratepayers nearly $1.8 million in principal and approximately $530,000 in interest over the 20-year loan term.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $2.97 million to the city of La Monte for wastewater treatment system improvements.
  • The funding will be used to upgrade the city's two wastewater treatment facilities, covering the entire cost of the project.
  • The project is expected to be completed by November 2026 and will meet permit limits, extending the wastewater system's life and efficiency.
  • The city will benefit from a $1.19 million low-interest loan and a $1.78 million grant through the department's Clean Water State Revolving Fund.
  • The department estimates its funding will save the city's ratepayers nearly $1.8 million in principal and approximately $530,000 in interest over the 20-year loan term.
  • The project is part of the department's Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which finances improvements to wastewater treatment facilities and sewer collection systems.
  • Kurt Schaefer, director of the Department of Natural Resources, emphasized the importance of investing in local water infrastructure for the benefit of Missourians.
  • The department provides funding opportunities for qualified communities with water quality, wastewater, and drinking water infrastructure needs through its Financial Assistance Center.

Statistics:

  • $2.97 million awarded to the city of La Monte for wastewater treatment system improvements.
  • $1.19 million low-interest loan component of the funding.
  • $1.78 million grant component of the funding through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund.
  • Estimated savings for the city's ratepayers: $1.8 million in principal and $530,000 in interest over the 20-year loan term.
  • Project completion deadline: November 2026.

Sources:

  • Missouri Department of Natural Resources press release, October 24, 2025.