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OKLAHOMA CITY – The Wright City Public Works Authority (Authority) in McCurtain County received approval for a $99,999 Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) grant on Tuesday through the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the Authority’s wastewater infrastructure.

The Authority operates a wastewater system that is currently facing inflow and infiltration challenges due to deteriorating sewer lines. The proposed project involves replacing approximately 1,300 linear feet of an 8-inch sewer line, along with all the necessary components to complete the work. The total estimated cost of the project is $99,999.00, which will be fully funded by an OWRB REAP grant in the same amount.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $180,100 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

OKLAHOMA CITY –The Town of Rentiesville (Town) received approval for $1,153,848 in funding on Tuesday from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the Town’s stormwater infrastructure. Construction of upgrades and improvements will be financed by the OWRB American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program. 

The Town of Rentiesville is facing stormwater drainage challenges due to erosion caused by wind and storms. The existing drainage system lacks the infrastructure needed to effectively manage water flow, resulting in ongoing damage to the current infrastructure. The proposed project will address these issues by replacing culverts, restoring ditches, and implementing erosion prevention measures, along with all necessary components to complete the work. The total estimated cost of the project is $1,153,847.50, which will be fully funded by an OWRB ARPA Grant in the same amount.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Town’s customers will save an estimated $1,778,800.00 compared to traditional financing.

OKLAHOMA CITY –The Chandler Municipal Authority (Authority) received approval for $2,650,000 in funding on Tuesday from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the Authority’s wastewater infrastructure. Construction of upgrades and improvements to the wastewater system will be financed by the OWRB American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program along with matching funds from the Iowa Tribe. 

The Authority is preparing for the increased demand on wastewater flows to service the Iowa Tribe’s future hotel and casino developments. To accommodate this growth, the Authority will undertake critical improvements to its wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), including replacing aging equipment, installing a new flow measurement structure, upgrading digesters, blowers, and pumps, and enhancing the electrical 
system. The estimated cost of the project is $5,300,000.00, which will be jointly funded by a $2,650,000.00 OWRB ARPA Grant and $2,650,000.00 in Iowa Tribal funds.

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $4,275,900.00 compared to traditional financing.