Missouri Awards Grant to Hamilton for Wastewater System Evaluation
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded a $40,000 Clean Water Engineering Report Grant to the city of Hamilton. The funding will support the development of a facility plan to identify necessary wastewater system improvements.
The grant program is specifically designed to assist small communities in covering the engineering costs associated with preparing comprehensive facility plans. Hamilton will use the funds to evaluate its current system and ensure it continues to meet permit requirements.
Reliable wastewater service is a priority for the state, and this grant helps smaller municipalities navigate the technical planning phase of infrastructure upgrades. The resulting report will serve as a roadmap for future capital improvements.
By identifying specific needs early, the city can better position itself for future funding opportunities to implement the recommended upgrades. This project underscores the state's commitment to supporting local water infrastructure planning.
House Passes WRDA 2026 with Support for Sonoma County
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which includes a specific authorization for $60 million in water and wastewater infrastructure funding for Sonoma and Marin counties in California.
Source: Sonoma Sun
North Carolina State Water Infrastructure Authority Awards New Funding
The North Carolina State Water Infrastructure Authority approved funding for various drinking water, wastewater, and PFAS-related projects. The awards were finalized during a July 2026 meeting to support state-wide infrastructure needs.
Source: NC Department of Environmental Quality
Coalition Urges Strong Federal Funding for Water Infrastructure
A coalition led by the American Public Works Association (APWA) is advocating for robust federal funding for water infrastructure, citing the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026. The proposed legislation aims to reauthorize and increase funding for both Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds through 2030.
Source: APWA
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