Federal Grant Award Summary

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 9 awarded $12.86 million through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF, CFDA 66.458) program to the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) for a capitalization grant effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030. WIFA will utilize these funds to establish and maintain a long-term financing mechanism that provides low-interest loans to multiple sub-recipients for water quality improvement and protection projects throughout Arizona. No formal subawards are included in this assistance agreement; rather, WIFA serves as the intermediary administrator distributing capitalized funds directly to eligible entities.

The primary products and services delivered under this award include financing for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment facilities, stormwater management systems, and other eligible water infrastructure projects. WIFA's activities encompass project identification, financial structuring, and loan administration to support municipalities and local government entities in implementing water quality management initiatives. The anticipated outcomes focus on improving and protecting water quality and public health for Arizona citizens through enhanced infrastructure capabilities and reduced environmental contaminants. The revolving fund structure enables long-term sustainability, as loan repayments from borrowers generate capital for continued investment in future water infrastructure projects.