This agreement provides funding to lower township municipal utilities authority to implement its project to replace aging potable water infrastructure in the north cape as directed in the 2023…

This agreement provides funding to lower township municipal utilities authority to implement its project to replace aging potable water infrastructure in the north cape as directed in the 2023 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 drinking water infrastructure construction project. Workplan activities consist of: replacing the existing asbestos cement and undersized water mains, removing any lead and galvanized service line materials from the water distribution system, replacing and relocating existing water meters, and adding sampling ports. Subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables include the replacement of approximately 20,000 linear feet of undersized, asbestos cement water main with new eight-inch diameter C900 PVC water main. Approximately 340 water service laterals will be replaced with polyethylene water service laterals. In addition, the four existing fire hydrants will be removed and replaced with approximately thirty-five new fire hydrants. The expected outcomes include enhanced public health and safety by providing safe drinking water, improving fire flow, and improving access to more fire hydrants. The proposed project will provide a durable water system with a longer service lifespan and reduce ongoing system maintenance. The intended beneficiaries include the residents and businesses served by the lower township municipal utilities authority.