WEST CHESTER, PA — Seven municipalities in Chester County are set to receive substantial state funding to enhance their water, stormwater, and sewer systems, according to state Senator Carolyn Comitta.
The funds, which were approved by the Commonwealth Finance Authority on Tuesday, are being allocated through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s H2O and Small Water and Sewer Grant Program.
Senator Comitta, who serves as minority chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, underscored the importance of such investments amid the increasing impacts of climate change, including significant precipitation and flooding.
“These investments support environmental health, economic health, and public health for all members of our communities,” said Comitta, emphasizing the need for future-proofing the state’s water management systems.
State Rep. Chris Pielli, D-Chester, expressed support for funding to enhance water infrastructure in their legislative districts, joining state Senator Carolyn Comitta in the effort. “Negligence of our storm drains and sewers can have catastrophic consequences,” Pielli said. “These grants will help rehabilitate and improve our stormwater and sewer systems, giving peace of mind to all in our community.”
The municipalities within the 19th Senatorial District that have been awarded the funds include:
- West Goshen, which will receive nearly $425,000 for storm sewer rehabilitation in the North Hills Community, $1.5 million for phase 3 of the sanitary sewer interceptor rehabilitation, and $200,000 for the lining of wastewater pipes.
- West Chester Borough, which has been granted $500,000 and $118,000 for stormwater improvements and the Goose Creek Green Stormwater Infrastructure, respectively.
- West Bradford Township, set to receive $383,000 for lagoon sludge disposal at the Strasburg Corridor Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- East Bradford Township, which will get $263,000 for stormwater infrastructure replacement at Shadow Woods Drive.
- Tredyffrin, awarded $2.2 million for stormwater improvements along Trout Creek.
- Oxford Borough, set to receive $600,000 for the replacement of water meters and metering software to boost efficiency and equity.
- Valley Township, which will get $393,000 to address stormwater drainage issues along Route 30 (Lincoln Highway).
In total, more than $6.5 million in funding was awarded to support these municipalities with the construction, improvement, expansion, or rehabilitation or repair of drinking water supply systems, sanitary sewer systems, storm sewer systems, or flood control projects. The investments aim to ensure the long-term sustainability and efficacy of Chester County’s water management infrastructure.
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