Secd assoc water (grant only) combination loan/grant waste disposal only

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service awarded a $4,000,000 Project Grant under the Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program (CFDA 10.760) to Rock Rapids Municipal Utilities, a local government entity in Rock Rapids, Iowa. The grant, awarded on June 26, 2024, will fund the construction, upgrade, and repair of drinking water systems, wastewater treatment facilities, solid waste management systems, and stormwater infrastructure in the rural community. The project aims to enhance the quality and reliability of essential water and waste services while maintaining reasonable user costs for the local residents and businesses. Rock Rapids Municipal Utilities has demonstrated experience in managing both large-scale utility projects and participating in broader infrastructure initiatives through its involvement in sub-grant projects focused on general infrastructure improvements.