Governor Sanders Announces $204Million in Arkansas Water Funding
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced an additional $204 million in financial assistance for water and wastewater projects for 45 entities. The projects serve more than 198,627 Arkansans in 28 counties.
“My administration has prioritized investments in Arkansas’ water system and today’s announcement adds another $204 million to that effort,” said Governor Sanders. “I’m proud to work with our local communities and the Department of Agriculture to ensure every Arkansan has access to safe drinking water.”
“Reliable water and wastewater infrastructure is essential for the sustainability of communities and industries throughout our state as well as the quality of life for every Arkansan,” said Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward. “We are thankful for Governor Sanders’ continued leadership that will ensure the long-term success of our state.”
Of the new funding, $145,025,170.62 will be provided through loans, while $59,167,217.38 will be offered as grants and loans with principal forgiveness.
Under Governor Sanders’ leadership, the State of Arkansas has administered more than $2.5 billion for water development projects in all 75 counties using state and federal funds.
The recipients are listed below:
- Gurdon in Clark County is receiving a $4,350,382 loan from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. The project serves a current customer base of 1,840. These funds will be used to inspect the wastewater collection system, replace all the pumps, and replace one lift station.
- Hope in Hempstead County is receiving a $3,685,000 loan from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. The project serves a current customer base of 8,952. These funds will be used to repair or replace wastewater collection lines to reduce infiltration and inflow.
- Little River County RDA in Little River County is receiving a $4,821,382 loan from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. The project serves a current customer base of 7,347. These funds will be used to regionalize with the Town of Winthrop, replace mains, and improve the water storage tanks.
