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State announces funding for 7 water, sewer projects

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council announced funding for seven water and sewer system improvements at its meeting on Dec. 1. Details for each project are listed below.

Town of Albright – The council approved a $165,000 grant to the Town of Albright to improve its sewer system. Earlier in April, the council approved a $797,500 grant for the project. These grants, along with money recommended by the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, provide $2.195 million for the project.

City of Clarksburg – The council approved a $30,000 grant to the City of Clarksburg to cover the cost of filing an application for sewer system improvement funding.

Town of Buffalo – The council approved a $465,000 grant to the Town of Buffalo to extend the Krystal Lane sewer line. The grant provides the full amount the town requested for the project.

City of Ripley – The council approved a $1 million grant and a $2.71 million loan to the city of Ripley to improve its sewer system. This money, along with funding recommended by the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, United States Department of Agriculture, and United States Army Corps of Engineers, provides $22.86 million for the project.

Town of Worthington – The council approved a $1 million grant to the town of Worthington to improve its water system. The grant, along with funding recommended by the West Virginia Drinking Water Treatment Revolving Fund, provides $3.366 million for the project.

Town of Elizabeth – The council approved an $800,000 grant to extend water service, contingent upon receipt of required documentation. The grant provides the full amount the town requested for the project.

Southern Jackson County PSD – The council approved a $165,000 grant to the Southern Jackson County PSD, contingent upon receipt of additional funding from the Community Development Block Grant or additional sources. The grant, along with funding recommended by the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and United States Department of Agriculture, provides $3.625 million for the project, which will extend water service to 82 potential customers.

About the West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council – The WV IJDC was created by the WV Legislature in 1994 to serve as a funding clearinghouse for water and wastewater projects around the state. Gov. Jim Justice serves as council chairman, with Deputy Chief of Staff Ann Urling serving as his designee.

The council will meet again on Jan. 12, 2022. For more information, visit www.wvinfrastructure.com.

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