The Kansas Department of Commerce announced today a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) award for the first regional water project in over a decade. This project will provide improved water access to residents in Coffeyville and Caney. The total cost of the project is $7,894,325, with a $1 million grant from the CDBG program. Additional funding is being provided by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). “This vital and groundbreaking partnership will significantly improve water infrastructure and ensure reliable access to clean water for residents in Caney and Coffeyville, exemplifying the tremendous value of regional collaboration,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “These efforts directly support the Kansas Water Plan’s goals of addressing water quantity and quality issues, investing in infrastructure and protecting our water sources for generations to come.” This regional water project represents a significant investment in the infrastructure of these communities, ensuring reliable and sustainable water resources long into the future.
Source: Kansas Department of Commerce
