SB 152
Modifying permissible expenditures by Water Development Authority from Infrastructure Fund
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 152 modifies how the Water Development Authority can use funds from the Infrastructure Fund. Specifically, it increases the amount of money that can be transferred to a designated subaccount, raises the maximum project cost for certain upgrades to water and wastewater facilities, and allows the authority to provide grants for projects aimed at reducing maintenance and operational costs, such as fixing leaks or extending service to new customers.
Key provisions
- Increases the maximum amount that can be transferred to the Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account from $12 million to $14 million.
- Raises the cap on total project costs for certain water and wastewater facility upgrades to $3 million.
- Allows grants of up to $300,000 for projects focused on reducing maintenance and operational costs.
- Provides grants for extending water or wastewater services.
- Exempts Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account grants from certain allocation limitations.
- Directs the Water Development Authority to prioritize projects addressing critical immediate needs.
Who is affected
- Water Development Authority
- Local governments (through infrastructure projects)
- Residents of West Virginia (benefiting from improved water and wastewater services)
Notable changes
- Increases funding available for critical water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades.
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