This EDA amendment supports improvements to the town of oneida's existing water treatment plant

This $200,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (CFDA 11.307) program supports improvements to the water treatment plant in the Town of Oneida, Tennessee. The project will enhance the resiliency and availability of the town's potable water system, which is critical for supporting existing businesses and enabling future economic growth in the region. The water treatment plant upgrades are intended to help the community recover from the impacts of COVID-19 and address recurring drought conditions during summer months. Once completed, the project will strengthen the regional economy and advance economic resilience throughout the Appalachian area served by the Town of Oneida.

The improvements will enhance resiliency from impacts of covid-19 and assure potable water availability during the frequent drought conditions that occur during summer months. Stabilizing water availability will secure continuous operation of existing business and industry, as well as allow for future planned growth that is so desperately needed in scott county, tennessee. Once completed, the project will help the region with recovery efforts from the coronavirus pandemic, strengthen the regional economy, and advance economic resiliency throughout the region.