NEWTON COUNTY – Newton County has formally obtained federal funding within the quantity of $1,092,000 to improve its water infrastructure.
The information was introduced on Friday through a joint information launch from Georgia’s U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock. In keeping with the discharge, the funding will go towards upgrading the Alcovy River Pump Station.
Newton County reportedly plans to improve the station by eradicating asbestos pipes with a 36-inch water foremost. The brand new infrastructure is designed to mitigate the publicity of contaminants, together with PFAS.
“Newton County values its federal partnership and is extraordinarily grateful for the monetary assist proven by our Congressional delegation,” stated Bryan Fazio, public info officer for Newton County. “The cash supplied via latest laws will make sure the County’s water infrastructure continues to be a shining instance of proactive and protected providers delivered to the general public.
The federal funds are half of a bigger bipartisan infrastructure regulation that can pour round $67 million into communities throughout Georgia.
It’s anticipated that the Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority (NCWSA) and Newton County Sheriff’s Workplace (NCSO) may also obtain federal funding. In keeping with a March information launch from Newton County, the NCWSA is ready to acquire $850,000 whereas the NCSO is slated for $39,000.
“Each city in Georgia deserves protected, efficient water infrastructure,” Ossoff stated. “That’s why Senator Reverend Warnock and I purchased [sic] Republicans and Democrats collectively to improve water infrastructure in Newton County.”
“Protected and clear water infrastructure is one thing that each thriving group wants,” Warnock stated. “I’m proud to work alongside my Georgia colleagues to convey these federal funds to Georgia.”
