Cooperative Agreement 00E03967

This Cooperative Agreement award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Congressionally Mandated Projects program (CFDA 66.202) provides $1,751,521.00 in funding to the City of Waseca, doing business as Waseca Utility, to implement a wastewater infrastructure construction project. The key activities include wastewater treatment plant improvements, the installation of approximately 2,700 linear feet of 8-inch PVC sanitary sewer, 350 linear feet of 15-inch PVC sanitary sewer, 1,100 linear feet of 24-inch PVC sanitary sewer, and the construction of reinforced concrete manholes and service pipe with reconnections. The project also includes the installation of approximately 300 linear feet of 8-inch PVC watermain, 2,200 linear feet of 12-inch PVC watermain, fire hydrants, gate valves, and service pipe with reconnections. Additionally, the project will install 1,300 linear feet of reinforced concrete storm sewer ranging from 12 to 30 inches in diameter, as well as reinforced concrete catch basins and manholes with stormwater quality improvements. The anticipated outcomes include an enhanced sanitary sewer system, improved public health protection, and better compliance with the City of Waseca's NPDES wastewater permit. The award date is May 19, 2025, and the ultimate completion date is December 31, 2026.