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PARK FALLS WATER UTILITY TO RECEIVE REPAIRS


In order to address rising operating costs, Park Falls Water Utility was awarded a $3.75 million government grant for infrastructure repairs to support water conservation efforts and safe drinking water on August 3, 2022.

Due to the closure of the paper mill, the city's water utility has faced a significant shift in demand.  The grant, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act, will allow for the installation of new water mains, improvements to the water tower, and additional infrastructure repairs that strive to save water, prevent freezing water lines during the winter, and ensure reliable water services.

Governor Evers stated, “The city of Park Falls has faced changing community needs, higher costs, and limitations of older infrastructure for years.  Today’s investment will make necessary improvements to the city’s aging water utility system and make sure that residents have access to clean, safe, and reliable water.  I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with Mayor Bablick and his administration to address the imminent needs of the Park Falls community and greater area and to help ensure folks and families aren’t stuck footing the bill for this upgraded infrastructure.”

According to Mayor Bablick, “City staff and I have been working very hard to find solutions to deal with the aftermath of the permanent mill shutdown.  We are very thankful to Governor Evers and his staff for working so hard to help us in our time of need.  These funds will go a long way in solving our infrastructure needs in the utility, protecting future ratepayers.”

   
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(This post was last modified: 08-03-2022, 01:28 PM by My Northern Wisconsin.)