Kuster Announces USDA Rural Development Funding to Improve Water Infrastructure in Three North Country Communities

Statement

Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) today announced funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development program that will help repair and improve water and wastewater infrastructure in three towns in the North Country. Rural Development's Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant program awarded the town of Lancaster a $1,563,000 grant and $2,975,000 loan; the town of Colebrook a $2,054,000 grant and $2,688,000 loan; and the town of Northumberland a $1,288,300 grant and $1,569,000 loan to replace critical water systems and improve wastewater treatment systems.

"New Hampshire must improve our aging infrastructure in order to stay competitive in the 21st century economy and to maintain public safety and well-being in communities across the state," said Congresswoman Kuster. "I've been a longtime advocate of protecting USDA Rural Development funds. In the Granite State's many rural areas, Rural Development funding helps our communities maintain water infrastructure and wastewater treatment systems, protecting our environment and public health. I congratulate the towns of Lancaster, Colebrook, and Northumberland on receiving these grants and loans, which will help them complete important projects and will benefit their residents for years to come."

The Rural Development Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program, which awarded the grants, provides funding to state and local governments and non-profit organizations in rural areas to help maintain and improve systems for clean drinking water, waste and sewage disposal, and storm water drainage.

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