Klobuchar, Smith Secure Funding for Projects to Improve Water Infrastructure in Waseca

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced that the House of Representatives passed legislation that included $750,000 for the construction of a new water tower and $2,100,000 to improve the wastewater infrastructure in Waseca. Klobuchar and Smith requested the funding along with U.S. Representative Brad Finstad (R-MN). The bill now goes to the Senate for final passage.

"By upgrading the water infrastructure, this project will help boost the health and safety of families in Waseca and surrounding communities. The new water tower and improved wastewater system is a step forward in making our infrastructure resilient," said Klobuchar.

"Clean water is non-negotiable for a quality standard of living," said Smith. "Constructing a new water tower and rehabilitating the wastewater system in Waseca would provide access to clean water necessary to protect the health and safety of the city's nearly 10,000 residents."

The federal funds would be used to advance the construction of a 1 million gallon water tower and associated site improvements.

In addition, Waseca is facing chronic water inflow to its deteriorating sanitary sewer system during prolonged wet periods and large rainfall events, causing damage to homes and businesses. The federal funding will help prevent these issues by making upgrades to Waseca's wastewater system.

Klobuchar and Smith have been actively involved in securing this federal funding for projects benefiting communities across the state through a process called "Congressionally Directed Spending" (CDS). During the CDS process, Klobuchar and Smith have considered project proposals and advocated for funding in close coordination with leaders from across the state.

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