GENEVA, Ala. (WDNews) — According to Gov. Kay Ivey’s office, the city of Geneva has been awarded a $200,000 grant for emergency repairs to its wastewater treatment system.
The city will use the urgent-need Community Development Block Grant funds to replace a deteriorating holding tank used by the Geneva Water Works and Sewer Board.
According to the governor’s office, deterioration of the tank has contributed to clogging issues that could increase the risk of sewage overflows.
“This project is necessary to prevent environmental contamination and for the city to continue providing reliable wastewater treatment for Geneva residents,” Ivey said. “I commend city leaders for working to secure this important funding, and I am pleased to support this vital infrastructure upgrade.”
Construction of the new holding tank will be completed in phases to avoid interruptions to wastewater treatment service. Existing equipment, including pumps and the electrical control board, will continue to be used because it remains functional.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will administer the grant. The funding was made available through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
“When there is a pressing issue that could affect public health and safety, these urgent-needs funds can provide help for local leaders,” ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said. “I am pleased to join Gov. Ivey in support of this project.”
According to the governor’s office, Ivey notified Geneva Mayor David B. Hayes that the grant had been approved.
ADECA administers programs supporting areas including law enforcement, economic development, recreation, energy conservation and water resource management.
