Waste disposal grants - regular

The City of Molalla, Oregon was awarded a $2,000,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service under the Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program (CFDA 10.760). The grant, awarded on June 12, 2024, is intended to support water and waste disposal infrastructure projects in the region, likely involving the construction, upgrade, or repair of drinking water systems, wastewater treatment facilities, solid waste management systems, and stormwater infrastructure. This program provides federal grant funding to develop and improve water infrastructure in financially needy rural areas to ensure reasonable user costs for rural residents, businesses, and other rural users while enhancing the quality and reliability of essential water and waste services.

Additionally, the City of Molalla has received sub-awards for other community improvement projects, such as constructing or reconstructing ADA-compliant curb ramps to improve accessibility and safety for residents, particularly in low-income neighborhoods. The city has also received sub-awards from the Oregon Military Department, suggesting possible involvement in disaster recovery or emergency management efforts.