The Washington State Public Works Board has approved more than $169 million in funding for infrastructure construction and $6 million for preconstruction work in various counties around the state.
Announced at a Sept. 6 meeting, the infrastructure funding will go to projects focused on public water, sewer, stormwater, roads, and more. It also will make investments in solid waste, recycling, and organic infrastructure for 51 communities across the state, according to a release shared by the board today.Â
“For 40 years, the Public Works Board has been a partner with local governments, helping provide funding for essential infrastructure projects across the state. Our board is pleased to provide these low-interest loans and grants to support public works projects that are foundational to a community’s health and safety,” Public Works Board Chair Kathryn A. Gardow said in the release. “We know Washington residents count on having access to clean drinking water, as well as reliable sewer, roads, and bridge infrastructure in their communities. With state funding, the board supports essential and urgent infrastructure projects and helps keep utility rates affordable.”Â
Cities of note that are receiving funding include Port Orchard, which is receiving $1 million in funding; Leavenworth with $6 million; and others. Much of the funding will help protect safe drinking water supplies and maintain reliable sewer systems and road and bridge infrastructure, the release noted.
See the full list of approved funding here.