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New York State Invests Over $725 Million in Water Quality Infrastructure Projects

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Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced significant investments in water quality infrastructure projects across New York State, with the Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors approving more than $725 million in financial assistance to 13 municipalities and public authorities. This funding will help local governments advance critical projects that protect or improve water quality, with a focus on replacing lead drinking water pipes and upgrading wastewater treatment facilities.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over $725 million in financial assistance was approved for water quality infrastructure projects across New York State.
  • The funding will help 13 municipalities and public authorities advance critical projects that protect or improve water quality.
  • More than $650 million in financial assistance will help the New York City Municipal Water Finance Authority improve several of the city's water pollution control plants.
  • Nearly $6 million in grants and financing will help the City of Elmira replace lead drinking water pipes.
  • A $2.75 million grant and financing package will help improve the Village of Cobleskill's wastewater treatment plant.
  • Governor Hochul emphasized the importance of investing in clean water infrastructure to protect public health and the environment.
  • The investments are supported by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and historic investment in clean water initiatives in Governor Hochul's Executive Budget.
  • The Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) will provide cost-effective solutions for local governments through the State Revolving Funds and state water grants.

Statistics:

  • $725 million in total financial assistance was approved for water quality infrastructure projects.
  • $650 million will be used to help the New York City Municipal Water Finance Authority improve several of the city's water pollution control plants.
  • $6 million in grants and financing will be used to help the City of Elmira replace lead drinking water pipes.
  • $2.75 million will be used to improve the Village of Cobleskill's wastewater treatment plant.
  • $20,000 million in long-term, interest-free financing was approved for the City of Ogdensburg to design and construct wastewater treatment plant and pump station improvements.
  • 51,000 linear feet of watermain will be installed in Onondaga County as part of a joint project with the City of Syracuse.

Sources:

  • Project announcement by Governor Kathy Hochul.
  • Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) website.
  • Euclid Infotech Pvt. Ltd.

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