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NUCA CEO Doug Carlson's on Additional EPA Water Infrastructure Resources💦 👉Highlights: -$5.8 billion in new funding announced for clean water and wastewater infrastructure. -Funding allocated from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs. -$3.2 billion designated for Drinking Water SRF and $2.6 billion for Clean Water SRF. -Supports communities across the U.S., addressing critical needs like replacing lead pipes and improving wastewater systems. -Urges Congress to pass FY2024 EPA appropriations, emphasizing the importance of sustained funding. -Acknowledges the immense investment needed for long-term infrastructure improvements https://lnkd.in/e2byxXU5 #theybuilditwebondit #partnersinyoursuccess #waterinfrastructure

In what might be an indication of the EPA’s next policy focus, the need to improve or expand waste-water and storm-water infrastructure takes up seven out of nine subsections of the CWNS report. https://lnkd.in/g7U6psCT #epa #waterrights #thedriller #waterwelldrilling #waterconservation

When it comes to funding for clean drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure, did you know that the Town of Barnstable tops the list? Not mentioned in the article is where that funding is headed, and thanks to the 2024 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Draft Intended Use Plan, a lot will benefit Barnstable. The #1 rated project on the 2024 CWSFR Draft IUP is Barnstable's Nitrogen Removal Improvements & New Headworks Facility Project, followed by #3 the Route 28 West Sewer Expansion Project, and #15 the Phinney's Lane Neighborhoods Sewer Expansion 👏

Securing funding for stormwater infrastructure projects is critical for ensuring long-term water quality and managing the challenges posed by urbanization and extreme weather events. Grants and loans for stormwater initiatives help municipalities and agencies build essential infrastructure like water treatment facilities, retention basins, and green infrastructure projects. By leveraging these funds, organizations can address the growing need for sustainable stormwater management, reduce the risk of flooding, and protect both public health and the environment. Accessing these funding opportunities often requires strategic partnerships, long-term planning, and demonstrating a clear commitment to transparency and accountability. The Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) has developed a proven approach that has brought in hundreds of millions of dollars in grants and loans over the past two decades. The article below highlights how long-term relationship building, strategic partnerships, and transparency with legislators and funding agencies can lead to significant financial support for infrastructure initiatives. By focusing on smaller grants initially, agencies can build trust and demonstrate responsible use of funds, leading to larger opportunities over time. This approach not only helps reduce capital costs but also provides broader public and environmental benefits. Read on to learn more about how to secure funding for your critical infrastructure projects and apply these strategies to your own efforts! https://buff.ly/4dhM1yg #StormwaterFunding #NPDES #NPDESTraining #NPDESTrainingInstitute #TrainingThatMatters #Stormwater #StormwaterManagement #StormwaterProfessionals #StormwaterTraining #MS4Training #MS4sMatter #WaterQuality

After months of discussions, public outreach, and some sussessful last minute efforts to reduce the financial impacts to our community (especially larger water user businesses like restaurants and hotels) we have approved the new water rate fees and schedules. This rate increase will help us complete nearly $300M in critical water and waste water infrastructure replacements and expansions. Water is life! FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – On Wednesday, July 3, the Flagstaff City Council adopted a resolution and ordinance to increase potable water, sewer, and reclaimed water rates and fees. The rates will increase over a five-year period to adequately fund water infrastructure projects, operations, maintenance, and debt repayment contained in the five-year capital improvement program for Flagstaff Water Services. The rate change concludes a year-long rate study and cost-of-service analysis for water, sewer, and reclaimed water services. Through this process, the Flagstaff City Council prioritized minimizing the cost impact to customers. Data and information supporting the new rates can be found on the resources page of cleanwaterflagstaff.com. Rates for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water services will increase incrementally over the next five years, with some exceptions. Due to the cost-of-service adjustment to all customer classes, some city customers will see a decrease in their water or sewer bill in Year 1 and possibly Year 2. Capacity fees for commercial customers will also increase to fund future projects. The new rates for Year 1 will take effect on Sept. 1, 2024, and follow the below schedule: · Year 1: Sept. 1, 2024 through Dec. 31, 2025 o Cost of service adjustment to potable water, wastewater and reclaimed water services o Addition of a wastewater base charge to all customers · Year 2: Jan. 1, 2026 through Dec. 31, 2026 o 8.5% increase to potable and reclaimed water services o 18.5% increase to wastewater services · Year 3: Jan. 1, 2027 through Dec. 31, 2027 o 8.5% increase to potable and reclaimed water services o 10% increase to wastewater services · Year 4: Jan. 1, 2028 through Dec. 31, 2028 o 8.5% increase to potable and reclaimed water services o 5% increase to wastewater services · Year 5: Jan. 1, 2029 through Dec. 31, 2029 o 8.5% increase to potable and reclaimed water services o 5% increase to wastewater services Customers can forecast upcoming payments for their household or business using the water rates calculator at https://lnkd.in/gS87qTyA. Customers experiencing a financial hardship may visit https://lnkd.in/gNBspqpR for available

Did you know that the EPA's survey reveals that the U.S. will need $630 billion for #stormwater and #wastewater infrastructure upgrades over the next 20 years? Advocates say that we need more federal help to ease the burden on local communities. #InvestInWater #InfrastructureMatters

Approval of Financial Assistance Authorizes Municipal Access to the Capital Needed for Projects That Reduce Risks to Public Health and Improve Water Quality   The funding that was approved includes significant investments from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the state’s Water Infrastructure Improvement (WIIA) grant program. The Village of Coxsackie in Greene County, Dutchess County Water and Wastewater Authority, Franklin Square Water District in Nassau County, and Village of Gowanda in Cattaraugus County will receive funding from both BIL and WIIA for projects that will safeguard drinking water and significantly improve water quality. BIL funding was also awarded to the Town of Yorkshire in Cattaraugus County.   Read the Full Article: https://lnkd.in/g6Ayrruf   Learn more about how Erie County Water Authority is utilizing ChlorTainer at their site: https://lnkd.in/gBJSb4H2   Follow #ChlorTainer for more Water Industry & Chemical Industry content.    #WaterIndustry #WaterSecurity #WaterTreatment #OperatorSafety #SafetyFirst #WastewaterTreatment #Funding

🚨 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀!🚨 With $25 billion still available from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and $11.5 billion to be awarded in 2024, the future of water infrastructure is full of potential! 🌊 From major wastewater treatment upgrades in New York to water intake improvements in Oklahoma, cities across the U.S. are preparing for critical projects that will shape the future of our water systems. We’re excited to be part of this transformation. Whether it’s optimizing operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, or maintaining newly upgraded systems, our team is ready to tackle the unique challenges ahead. 💧 https://lnkd.in/e64A7s6q #WaterInfrastructure #Wastewater #CleanWater #InfrastructureBill #OMSolutions #Sustainability #WaterManagement

“[This] report to Congress confirms what public clean water utilities across America already know – that there is a massive gap between available funds and the dollars actually needed to invest in the country’s clean water infrastructure, and that the gap is growing at a rapid and unsustainable pace,” said Adam Krantz, NACWA CEO. “Local utilities and their ratepayers simply cannot continue to bear the full burden for these costs. While the $50 billion in federal water investments provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) are important and much appreciated, this new report makes clear that amount will hardly make a dent in the overall need. Local ratepayers will continue to pay for the majority of investments, but the federal government must step up and come forward as a full and long-term partner to address the funding need.” https://lnkd.in/eGS6eu88

Partnerships between communities, water providers and state officials are crucial in ensuring Texas’ water availability in the future. Investments in water infrastructure are also investments in Texas’ ongoing prosperity. At last week’s Infrastructure Summit hosted by the North Texas Commission, I participated in a panel discussion on water availability in Texas. A big takeaway from the discussion was the importance of partnership for solving future water challenges in the state. During the panel, we discussed how municipalities and elected officials can collaborate to ensure our future water supply reliability by investing in maintaining aging infrastructure and encouraging ordinance changes that reduce water waste. As we plan for costly water “mega projects” in the future, we should consider if it’s appropriate for the State of Texas to take an ownership stake in these projects along with municipalities. As things stand, people in our communities primarily bear the cost of these projects through increases on the rates they pay for water. Increased investment in water infrastructure at the state level could help change that. Thanks to Justin Coppedge of Texas 2036, Patrick Lopez of Texas Water Development Board, and James Hill of Tarrant Regional Water District for the engaging panel discussion and for helping raise awareness of this critical issue for all Texans. North Texas Municipal Water District