HARRISBURG – Aqua Pennsylvania, Inc. secured $4.3 million in state funding from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to install a new water treatment system in White Haven today, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-117). This funding will be used to replace the well pump and install new treatment systems to minimize the presence of PFOA and PFOS chemicals at the existing White Haven well facility.
“Securing this PENNVEST funding is a critical step in ensuring clean and safe drinking water for White Haven residents,” said Walsh. “This state investment will not only improve the local water system but also protect the community’s health and well-being for generations to come.”
“This highly competitive funding will ensure White Haven residents have access to clean water,” said Argall. “These projects can be very expensive for smaller communities, and I’m grateful that PENNVEST recognizes how important supporting this work is.”
Of the total amount, $2,815,505 was awarded as a grant and $1,484,495 was awarded as a low-interest loan. PENNVEST funds sewer, storm water, and drinking water projects throughout Pennsylvania.
CONTACT: Jim Brugger (Argall)
Andy Briggs (Walsh)