Waste disposal grants - regular

The Association of Apartment Owners of Ono Vista received a $625,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service (RUS) under the Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program (CFDA 10.760), awarded on June 30, 2025. This grant provides financial assistance for waste disposal infrastructure development and improvement projects serving rural communities in Hawaii. The funding supports critical waste management systems designed to ensure reasonable user costs for rural residents and businesses while enhancing service quality and reliability in financially needy communities.

The Water and Waste Disposal Systems for Rural Communities program delivers comprehensive infrastructure solutions encompassing drinking water systems, wastewater treatment facilities, solid waste management systems, and stormwater infrastructure. Administered locally by USDA Rural Development offices, the program prioritizes projects in rural areas based on population demographics, low-income unemployment rates, health and sanitary conditions, and consistency with state and local development plans. This award reflects RUS's targeted approach to supporting community-based organizations in addressing essential water and waste management service needs.