This agreement provides funding to the city of toledo to implement its project to restore the operational performance of the belt filter presses (BFP) through a comprehensive rebuild as directed in…

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5 awarded a Congressionally Mandated Projects (CFDA 66.202) cooperative agreement to the City of Toledo on September 1, 2025, in the amount of $1.1 million. The award funds a comprehensive wastewater infrastructure construction project to restore the operational performance of the City's Belt Filter Presses (BFP) system through complete rebuild and modernization of equipment components and associated systems.

The project deliverables include replacement of all worn BFP system components and upgrades to related equipment, including wash water pumps, electrical systems, and control components. The anticipated outcomes are reduced unplanned downtime and enhanced dewatering efficiency at the wastewater treatment plant, with project completion targeted for July 30, 2026. The primary beneficiary is the resident population of Toledo, Ohio. No subawards are included under this assistance agreement, and the City of Toledo will execute all project activities directly.

This agreement provides funding to the city of toledo to implement its project to restore the operational performance of the belt filter presses (BFP) through a comprehensive rebuild as directed in the 2024 consolidated appropriations act or as identified in an approved technical correction if one has been approved for this project. Activities:the activities to be performed include the execution and implementation of a wastewater infrastructure construction project. Workplan activities consist of: wastewater treatment plant improvements. Subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables include replacing all worn components of the BFP system, along with associated upgrades to related equipment, including wash water pumps, electrical systems, and control components. The expected outcomes include reduced unplanned downtime and enhanced dewatering efficiency. The intended beneficiaries include residents within the city of toledo.