FY 2022 disaster grant-water disposal only

ST Johns River Utility, Inc. received a $3.0 million Disaster Grant from the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) under the Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program (CFDA 10.760). The award, dated May 23, 2025, with a completion date of May 23, 2027, supports critical water infrastructure repairs and improvements in Astor, Florida. As a FY 2022 Disaster Grant designated for water disposal services, this funding addresses essential infrastructure needs in a rural community affected by natural disasters, with a focus on ensuring reasonable user costs and enhancing service quality and reliability for local water system users.

The RUS Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program provides financial assistance to rural communities for drinking water systems, wastewater treatment facilities, and related infrastructure projects. Under this specific award, the funding is directed toward disaster-recovery water infrastructure improvements, reflecting the program's emphasis on supporting financially needy rural communities in maintaining essential water and waste management services. The grant requires the awardee to maintain appropriate records and comply with federal audit and administrative requirements consistent with 2 CFR 200.