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The District will use the funds to install a mixing and aeration unit into the District's existing water standpipe. This will reduce disinfection byproducts (DBP) in the distribution system. While disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically, byproducts which may result from the disinfection process can have unintended effects. This project will alleviate those concerns, and promote increased public health for the District's service area.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the District's customers will save an estimated $190,230 due to the DWSRF loan forgiveness benefit compared to traditional financing.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.5 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to House Speaker Charles McCall and State Senator David Bullard for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use the funds to rehabilitate the sanitary sewer collection system by replacing old sewer lines and manholes. The estimated cost of the project is $130,000 which is the amount of the REAP grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $234,000 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Casey Murdock and State Representative Kenton Patzkowsky for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the funds to upgrade the system's south lift station to include the installation of all new pumps, pump rails, control panel, flow meter, and generator. The estimated cost of the project is $104,210 which will be funded by the requested OWRB REAP Grant of $99,500 and local funds of $4,710.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,100 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Julie Daniels and State Representative Judd Strom for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the funds of this loan in combination with three previously approved OWRB loans to fund the city's "Kaw Lake Water Supply Project." This project will provide raw water from Kaw Lake to Enid's new 10.5 million gallon a day water treatment plant via a raw water intake structure constructed at Kaw Lake, a booster pump station, and approximately seventy miles of transmission line. This project will provide another source of water for the Authority to improve resiliency during drought and ensure that the surface water is treated to meet federal drinking water standards.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $9,320,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, sewer, and sanitation systems and a two cent sales tax.

Enid's City Manager, Jerald Gilbert, said, "This was a long term project collaboration of many people. It started in about 2015 with an initial study and is needed for the long term future of our city. We appreciate what OWRB and DEQ has done for Enid and other communities."

Joe Freeman commented, "This loan approval is historic to OWRB as the broadest scope of project in geographic size and as the single largest loan in history of the Board. The Kaw Lake Water Supply Project has required the cooperation of numerous entities and individuals over several years, but most of all the great staff and leadership of the city of Enid."

"This truly is a wonderful project for the citizens of Enid and surrounding areas, and Enid has now taken significant steps to make their community more water resilient. This project serves as an example to other states and communities across the country of what agencies can do when they work together. The City of Enid, DEQ and OWRB have demonstrated how we are able to leverage our resources and work together to help achieve Governor Stitt's goal of making Oklahoma a top ten state," said Shellie Chard, DEQ Water Quality Division Director.

The DWSRF program is administered by OWRB and DEQ with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.5 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of DEQ, express their sincere appreciation to Governor Kevin Stitt, Secretary of Energy and Environment Ken Wagner, and the State legislators from the Enid area metro for their support of the DWSRF program.

The District will use the proceeds to refinance debt that was originally acquired for the construction of two water storage tanks, transmission lines, and a District office. The improvements allowed for the creation of a new ground water supply for residents and businesses in and near the District.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the District's customers will save an estimated $3,933,344 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the District's water system and a mortgage.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.5 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Lonnie Paxton and State Representative Dick Lowe for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use the funds to construct a new energy efficient sequential batch reactor wastewater treatment plant, a lift station, a flow equalization basin retro fit, an ultra violet disinfection system, a lab building, and new sludge management facilities. These improvements will enable the Authority to treat the wastewater more effectively prior to discharging it into the Cimarron River.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $1,124,000 over the life of the 20-year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and sewer systems and a 1.75% sales tax.

Mayor Steven Gentling provided the following statement to the Board, "Guthrie would like to express appreciation and we recognize the economic advantages of the Board's financing programs."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.8 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Chuck Hall and State Representatives John Pfeiffer and Garry Mize for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will use the funds to construct a new elevated water storage tank and a chemical feed building. Disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically. However, byproducts which may result from the disinfection process can have unintended effects. Therefore, by addressing this issue, the project helps meet the public health goals for the state.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $461,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and sewer systems and a mortgage. Mayor Jim Blackledge said, "I want to express our great appreciation for OWRB making our water tower project a reality. We are genuinely grateful to you for the outstanding dedication demonstrated in helping the town of Jet acquire the funding needed for this important project."

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.5 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Roland Pederson and State Representative Carl Newton for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use the funds for the planning and design of a project to rehabilitate the existing wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and add a disinfection process. These enhancements once designed and completed, will increase the wastewater treatment capacity, and improve the effluent being discharged into a small tributary of the Verdigris River.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $263,000 due to the CWSRF loan forgiveness benefit compared to traditional financing.

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.8 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Kim David and State Representative Kevin McDugle for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will use the grant funds to rehabilitate two water wells. The project will allow the Authority to blend the well water with the water it currently purchases from Waurika Public Works Authority (WPWA). This will address a disinfection byproduct issue and improve the system's water quality. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the requested OWRB REAP Grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Chris Kidd and State Representative Marcus McEntire for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the funds in conjunction with funds from a $37.9 million loan obtained from the Board this last fall. The combined funding will be used for the construction of a new sequential batch reactor wastewater treatment plant on the north side of Shawnee, and a new lift station on the south side. Both plants have a discharge point located on the North Canadian River. As a result of this project, the south side discharge location will be removed, and treatment of the effluent will be discharged into the North Canadian River from the north location. This will enable the Authority to more effectively treat the wastewater prior to discharging it into the North Canadian River.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $2,366,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and sewer systems.

Shawnee's City Manager, Chance Allison, provided the following statement to the Board, "The Shawnee Municipal Authority would like to express our appreciation for the Oklahoma Water Resources Board's consideration of our loan request. The CWSRF loan program provides needed funding at very favorable rates, allowing the Authority to continue providing utility services to our customers at the lowest possible cost. In particular, we would like to express our appreciation to the OWRB staff for all of their assistance in the loan application process. The Authority looks forward to partnering with the OWRB, both now and in the future."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.8 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Shane Jett and State Representative Dell Kerbs for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

A small ceremony of state and community officials will gather at 10:30 a.m. on December 7 to highlight the project, and the benefits of public-private partnerships between industry and state/ local governments (see below for event agenda, details, and contacts). Following the ceremony, the well drilling will commence as a demonstration, and to provide OWRB licensed well drillers a final opportunity in 2020 to obtain their continuing education units.

The groundwater monitoring well, once completed on land donated by the City of Broken Arrow, will be added to the state of Oklahoma's Groundwater Monitoring and Assessment Program (GMAP) – an extensive network of approximately 750 wells that help monitor the water quantity and quality of the state's 21 major aquifers and many more minor ones.

"The City of Broken Arrow is very excited to partner with OWRB by allowing them to drill a ground water monitoring well at the intake of the City of Broken Arrow Verdigris Water Treatment Plant", said Kenny Schwab, Assistant City Manager of Operations. "This is the first observation well in the OWRB Groundwater Monitoring Assessment Program. We hope to encourage other communities and water districts to offer support to the program and expect that the data collected will lead to a better understanding of the interaction between surface waters of the state and the ground water within our aquifers."

The Broken Arrow monitoring well is the first of five new monitoring wells planned for eastern Oklahoma after a significant donation by Robert Keyes, founder of Associated Industries and long-time member of Oklahoma's Well Drillers Advisory Council. The well will expand the current network of monitoring points within the Arkansas River aquifer, and the OWRB will share all groundwater data with Broken Arrow water management officials.

Oklahoma's ample groundwater resources, found largely in 21 major aquifers spread throughout the state, are absolutely critical to hundreds of thousands of lives and livelihoods. Groundwater is the primary water supply for approximately 300 Oklahoma communities, and comprises 43% of the total water used in the state each year. In rural areas, groundwater supplies around 90% of the state's irrigation needs.

"We've always said that you can't manage something if you don't measure it. The data and information obtained through GMAP is critical to giving Oklahoma's communities, rural water systems, and major industries the information they need to make critical long-term decisions for their citizens and businesses," said OWRB Executive Director Julie Cunningham.

"Oklahoma's Comprehensive Water Plan called for the creation of GMAP in 2012, and thanks to the support by multiple Legislatures and Governors and hundreds of private landowners, we've built the system as efficiently as possible. We are so grateful to the City of Broken Arrow for helping us expand the program further in eastern Oklahoma. I especially want to thank Robert Keyes and Associated Industries for the donation of this monitoring well and his commitment to the industry," Cunningham said.

The OWRB's GMAP program is currently seeking additional local government partnerships for well site locations for the additional four wells that Associated Industries has pledged through their donation to the state of Oklahoma. If you are community or public works official interested in discussing the opportunity, please contact Margarita Mendivelso at Margarita.Mendivelso@owrb.ok.gov.

For more information regarding the continuing education opportunity for licensed well drillers, contact Charles O'Malley of the OWRB's WDPI Program at Charles.OMalley@owrb.ok.gov.

Please note parking on site is limited. Members of the media are asked to send one person per company, and RSVP by December 3rd to Jennifer Swezey at JSwezey@brokenarrowok.gov.

Further parking instructions will be sent to the RSVP list. A video recording will be available after the event on the City's Facebook account.

For more information regarding the December 7th ceremony, please contact Jennifer Swezey or Cole Perryman at Cole.Perryman@owrb.ok.gov.

Event Agenda - December 7, 2020 – Broken Arrow's Verdigris Water Treatment Plant

• 10 a.m. - Drilling crew arrival and site prep
• 10:30-11 a.m. - Speakers' remarks
  • Kenny Schwab (Assistant City Manager, Broken Arrow)
  • Craig Thurmond (Mayor, Broken Arrow)
  • Robert Keyes (Founder and board member, OGWA)
  • Julie Cunningham (Executive Director, OWRB)
  • Bill Cauthron (Water Quality Division Chief, OWRB)
  • Charlie O'Malley (Well drilling and pump installation Program Coordinator, OWRB)
  • Legislators & Community officials (invited)
• 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Drilling exhibition and training

City of Broken Arrow: Located in northeast Oklahoma, Broken Arrow is the fourth largest city in the State of Oklahoma, with an estimated population of over 113,000 people spread out over 61 square miles. The City of Broken Arrow operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Broken Arrow Municipal Authority (BAMA), is comprised of the five city councilors. The responsibilities of the Municipal Authority are to finance, develop, and operate the water, sewer, and solid waste activities for the City. Broken Arrow is home to the third largest manufacturing hub in the state, with many employees working in the energy sector. Residents in Broken Arrow enjoy a high quality of life, characterized by low crime, high performing schools, affordable housing and easy access to many parks and recreational facilities. The City of Broken Arrow sets the standard by providing the best municipal programs and services.

Associated Industries: Associated Environmental Industries, Corp. was founded in 1992 by Robert C. Keyes in Norman, Oklahoma. In February of 1992, Associated Industries owned a single Failing F6 vertical drilling rig. Today, Associated Industries consists of three divisions: Associated Environmental Industries, Corp., Associated Directional Drilling, Inc. and Associated Tool Works, Inc. All three Associated Industries divisions work seamlessly together to provide our clients the quality services they demand. Associated Industries currently owns and operates seven vertical rigs, two pump rigs, two directional drilling rigs, and a down-hole camera unit. AI also operates its own in-house machine and manufacturing division (Associated Tool Works) to produce its own down-hole drilling tools. Associated Industries and its subdivisions are dedicated to serving our clients with quality and integrity. We stand by our work and our employees to get the job done right. We are committed to the highest standards in drilling and drilling equipment manufacturing. We earn our clients' confidence by meeting their environmental needs with work that satisfies the most exacting standards.

OWRB: The mission of the OWRB is to protect and enhance the quality of life for Oklahomans by managing and improving the state's water resources to ensure clean and reliable water supplies, a strong economy, and a safe and healthy environment. Our primary duties and responsibilities include water use appropriation and permitting, water quality monitoring and standards, financial assistance for water/wastewater systems, dam safety, floodplain management, water supply planning, technical studies and research, and water resource mapping.

According to Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, the Authority's customers will save an estimated $522,000 over the life of the 25-year loan by refinancing. The loan shall be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and sewer systems and a 1% sales tax.

Brian Cathey, Atoka Mayor and chairman of the Authority, provided the following statement to the Board, "On behalf of the Authority and the citizens of Atoka, we would like to express our gratitude to the Board for its consideration of the proposed refinancing through the Financial Assistance Program. Achieving economical savings through this program will help us continue to work towards the long term goals of the City. We appreciate the efforts of the Board and its staff that have allowed us to utilize its programs several times in the past and look forward to working with you again on this financing."

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to Speaker Charles McCall and State Senator David Bullard for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority has a wastewater treatment lagoon system which consists of two primary cells that utilize surface aeration as part of the treatment process. A secondary lagoon is used as a settling pond prior to discharge into Bell Cow Creek. The secondary lagoon is in need of sludge removal as excessive inflow and infiltration has decreased the detention time, thereby reducing the treatment time prior to discharge. The proposed project will remove sludge from the secondary lagoon and other items required to complete the project. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998.20 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Zack Taylor and State Representative Kevin Wallace for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority has one sewer and two water projects which need to be completed to adequately serve their customers. The proposed project is to install two sewer force mains, three sewer lift stations, a SCADA system, 3 backup generators at lift station sites; new elevated water storage tank; rehabilitate one water storage tank; and other items required to complete the project. The total estimated cost of the project is $5,700,000 including the cost of construction, engineering, and associated cost.

According to Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division the Authority's customers will save an estimated $974,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The loan shall be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and sewer systems and a 2 cents sales tax.

Ed Brown, Choctaw City Manager, provided the following statement to the Board, "The City of Choctaw is in dire need of above ground storage for water to meet firefighting requirements for the city. The City is currently short approximately 400,000 gallons in storage with Choctaw requiring a minimum of 1 million gallons. This project brings the city up to 1.1 million gallons of storage as well as addresses an urgent need to repair and refurbish an above ground storage tower."

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Ron Sharp and State Representatives Lewis Moore and Robert Manger, for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will use the funds to futher implement their Wastewater System Master Plan which includes the Coffee Creek Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Project Phase 1. The first phase consists of constructing approximately 3,000 feet of 54 inch sewer lines, and 12,850 feet of 42 inch sewer line, to replace an existing line along Coffee Creek in northeast Edmond. The estimated cost of the project is $13,500,000 including construction, engineering, and associated costs. These improvements will enable the Authority to more effectively reach its growing number of residents and provide reliable transportation of wastewater to the Coffee Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF).

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $1,397,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's electric, water, sewer, and sanitation systems and a 2% sales tax. Edmond representatives provide the following statement to the Board, "The City of Edmond appreciates the OWRB's consideration of our loan and the OWRB staff for all of their assistance."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.8 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Legislators from the Edmond metro area for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

In order to expand their service to a growing customer base, the Authority has proposed a multi-faceted project. The project include construction of a lift station, installation of a gravity main line and sewer lines to service the 23rd Street Corridor. It also includes construction of a lift station, installation of two gravity main lines, construction of a force main line, and extension of the existing water main to service the Reno Avenue customers. Finally, the Authority plans construction of a lift station, a gravity main line, a force main line, a booster station, a water main extension, and construction of an elevated water storage tank to service the 29th Street Corridor customers. The estimated cost of the project is $10,860,000 including construction, engineering and associated costs.

According to Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division the Authority's customers will save an estimated $1,937,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The loan shall be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and sewer systems and a 3 cents sales tax.

Clayton Lucas, Harrah's City Manager, provided the following statement to the Board, "The City of Harrah would like to express our sincere appreciation for your consideration of our loan application. The City recognizes the significant economic advantages of the Board's financing programs and more importantly, the assistance of the Board's staff in the loan application process. The OWRB is an asset to our State and we look forward to continuing this partnership as the City looks to further improve the quality and viability of our water and wastewater infrastructure. This loan will allow the City of Harrah to improve and expand its infrastructure to accommodate for the growth we are currently experiencing, as well as for years to come."

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Ron Sharp and State Representative Lewis Moore for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

According to Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, the Authority's customers will save an estimated $1.6 million over the life of the 25-year loan by refinancing. The loan shall be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, sewer, and sanitation systems and a 0.5% sales tax.

Heavener officials provided the following statement to the Board, "The Heavener Utilities Authority would like to express our appreciation for the OWRB's consideration of our loan. The savings generated by the refinancing transaction will allow the Authority to continue providing utility services at the lowest possible cost to our customers. In particular, we would like to express our appreciation to the OWRB staff for all of their assistance in the loan application process."

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

The Authority owns and operates three total retention lagoons. Two of the lagoons are experiencing hydraulic overloading during wet weather conditions. The Authority will use the funds to address this by adding additional irrigation capacity at one lagoon, a pump to allow the second lagoon to flow into the third lagoon, and an upgrade to existing land application equipment. These improvements will update the Authority's sanitary sewer system and allow for effluent to be treated and discharged more effectively.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $774,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, sewer, and sanitation systems, and two-thirds of 1 cent sales tax.

Hinton Mayor Henry Warren stated, "…the town believes these projects will both help to protect and conserve water resources as well as provide sustainable wastewater handling alternatives for the next 20 years and beyond."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.8 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Lonnie Paxton and State Representative Rhonda Baker for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority has an aging metering system which is causing the town to record inaccurate high water losses. The proposed project will replace the current meters with automatic reading meters and related items necessary to complete the project. The estimated cost of the project is $60,000.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $108,000 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Bill Coleman and State Representative Ty Burns for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority owns and operates a sewer collection system made up of clay tile pipe which is experiencing frequent failures and causing system backups. The proposed REAP grant project is to conduct a Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Study, make repairs at the worst deficiencies, and other related items. The proposed Emergency Grant project is to perform spot repairs to replace sections of broken pipe in order to restore the flow to the lagoons. The estimated cost of the repairs is $117,648, which is the amount of the requested grant, along with $17,648.00 in local matching funds.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grants will save the Authority's customers $359,998.20 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Greg McCortney and State Representative Ronny Johns for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Boynton Authority purchases water from the town of Haskell which buys water from the city of Muskogee. Muskogee has reduced the amount of chlorination in their water to reduce disinfection by-products resulting in the water not meeting chlorination requirements once it reaches the Authority. To address these requirments, Boynton will use the grant funds to construct a cholorination station near the water connection with Haskell. The total estimated cost of the project is $100,000 which will be funded with the requested Emergency Grant of $85,000 and local funds of $15,000.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $153,000 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Boynton's Mayor, Leanette Hutchinson, provided the following statement to the board, "This grant for a new updated chlorine station will help us provide safe water to our customers."

"We are grateful to State Senator Dewayne Pemberton and State Representative Scott Fetgatter for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the funds to install a solid state meter system and to expand their wastewater treatment center. The plant work will include new sequential batch reactors, ultraviolet disinfection, headworks, and a lab and control building with a new control system. With the installation of the meter system and upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant, the amount of effluent being discharged into Little Deep Fork Creek will be reduced. Additionally, this project helps to meet Oklahoma's Water for 2060 goals by focusing on water conservation and efficiency and reducing unintended flows to the wastewater treatment plant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $1,263,000 over the life of the 20 year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a parity lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, wastewater, and sanitation systems and a 4% sales tax.

Representatives of the City of Bristow expressed an "appreciation for (the Board's) consideration of our loan application. The City recognizes the significant economic advantages of the Board's financing programs and more importantly, the assistance of the Board's staff in the loan application process."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.8 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator James Leewright and State Representative Kyle Hilbert for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Trust will utilize the FAP proceeds, in addition to approximately $4.5 million in reserve funds, for the refinancing of bonds issued in 2011 for several water and sewer projects throughout Oklahoma City's system. It is estimated that Oklahoma City will save approximately $18 million by refinancing with the OWRB.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, acknowledged a key benefit for the Water Utilities Trust is the savings on interest rate coupled with an additional cash flow benefit. This loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Trust's water and sewer systems.

Chris Browning, the Trust's Utilities Director, stated, "The Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust would like to thank the Oklahoma Water Resources Board for considering the FAP Loan. This financing will provide bond refunding savings for the benefit of our ratepayers. We value the longstanding working relationship with the OWRB Financial Assistance Division staff. On behalf of the residents of Oklahoma City, we thank you in advance for your consideration."

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.7 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State legislators from the Oklahoma City metro area for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will use the funds in conjunction with a loan previously approved by the Board in 2020. The bids came in higher than originally estimated for that earlier project and additional funding was required. The project work includes: the modification and upgrade of their water treatment plant, rehabilitation of an elevated storage tank, construction a new clear well, rehabilitation of two booster pumps, installation automatic meter readers, and improvement of the Authority's SCADA operations. These projects will reduce disinfection byproducts for residents and businesses in and near the Authority.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $133,000 over the life of the 30 year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a parity lien on the revenue of the Authority's water system, a .75% sales tax, and a mortgage.

Brian Cathey, Atoka Mayor and Chairman of the Atoka Municipal Authority, provide the following statement, "In February of this year, we requested a loan through the Drinking Water SRF program to address several water system improvements, including the rehabilitation of our water treatment plant and the acquisition and installation of automated water meters. The bids we received exceeded the amount of that loan. Consequently, we are requesting additional funding through the DWSRF program in order to complete this project. On behalf of the Authority and the citizens of Atoka, I would like to express our gratitude to the Board and its staff for its continued assistance by providing cost-effective financing that will allow us to finish this important project."

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.5 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator David Bullard and Speaker Charles McCall for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority serves Webbers Falls which sustained substantial flooding in May of 2019. During a sewer construction project, a sewer line failure caused by the flood was discovered. The flooding caused unstable underground conditions in the deep sand layer which resulted in quicksand and led to the sewer main dropping an estimated two feet lower than the downstream manhole. This proposed project is to abandon the failed sewer main, install an upstream lift station, and pump around the problem area. The estimated cost of the project is $117,648 which will be funded with the requested Emergency Grant of $100,000 and $17,648 in local funds.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $180,000 by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Webbers Falls Mayor, Sandra Wright, provided the following statement, "Our small community suffered greatly during the flood of 2019. Our sewers were greatly affected by the flood and we are attempting to make the necessary repairs. Please allow me to take this opportunity to express the gratitude of the town for all your support and aid during the past year."

"We are grateful to State Senators Mark Allen and Roger Thompson and State Representative Randy Randleman for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the proceeds for extensive replacement of sewer lines and manholes throughout the system. This project will reduce the amount of influent to the wastewater treatment plant, reducing unintended effluent to nearby waterbodies.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $1,067,000 over the life of the 30 year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, sewer, and gas systems and a 2.4% sales tax.

Grove's General Manager, Bill Keefer, provided the following statement to the Board, "I would like to express our appreciation to the Board for its assistance in providing low interest rate financing to make sewer line repairs across the community. In the past the Board's loan programs have aided the Authority in improving its water and sewer systems at very competitive rates and terms. We are pleased to come back to the Board for this important project."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.8 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Michael Bergstrom and State Representative Josh West for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Construction of upgrades and improvements to the wastewater system will be financed by the Oklahoma Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) along with a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

The Authority is implementing indirect water reuse of their current wastewater discharge, and will utilize the loan funds to construct a new effluent pump station, a cascade, and a new treated effluent pipeline from the wastewater treatment plant to a secondary discharge location on the Caney River. This project helps to meet Oklahoma's Water for 2060 goals by focusing on water conservation and efficiency on the Caney River.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $1,583,000 over the life of the 30 year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s water and sewer systems.

Bartlesville City Manager, Mike Bailey, provide the following statement, “The City of Bartlesville would like to express our appreciation for your (OWRB’s) consideration of our loan application. The City recognizes the significant economic advantages of the Board’s financing programs and more importantly, the assistance of the Board’s staff in the project planning and loan application process. The OWRB is an asset to our State and to the City of Bartlesville. The City and the OWRB have a long and successful history, and I personally am grateful to your organization for all of the assistance that you have provided to us through the years. I look forward to continuing this partnership as the City looks to further improve the quality and viability of our water and wastewater infrastructure.”

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Julie Daniels and State Representatives Derrel Fincher and Judd Strom for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The first request was for $19,695,000 financed by the Oklahoma Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF), and a second and third request totaling $37,255,000 was funded through the Financial Assistance Program (FAP).

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for several water and wastewater system improvements in connection to the Battle Creek water treatment plant, the Haikey Creek wastewater treatment plant and basin, the Lynn Lane wastewater treatment plant and basin, and for phase three of the Authority’s water metering infrastructure. Lastly, a refinance of FAP indebtedness for various water system improvements from 2012 will be included. Several of these projects will help to meet Oklahoma's Water for 2060 goals by focusing on water conservation and efficiency, while reducing unintended flows to the wastewater treatment plants.

The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s water, sewer, and sanitation systems and a one cent sales tax. Assistant City Manager of Operations for the City of Broken Arrow and the Broken Arrow Municipal Authority, Kenneth Schwab, provided the following statement, “We want to thank the Oklahoma Water Resources Board for its consideration of this loan request. Being able to refinance existing loans and receive new loans at extremely competitive rates allows us to spend more money in the very infrastructure that supplies safe drinking water to public and allows for us to discharge clean water back into the environment.”

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State legislators from the Broken Arrow metro area for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority has experienced a rise in the groundwater table in parts of its service area which has caused groundwater intrusion into the system's sewer lagoons. These funds will be used to install a system to help remove excess water from the sewer lagoon. The estimated cost of the project is $647,500 which will be funded with a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) of $296,000, local funds of $260,500, and the OWRB's REAP Grant .

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $163,800 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to Senator Chuck Hall and State Representative John Pfeiffer for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Construction of upgrades and improvements to the water system will be financed by a 100% principal forgiveness loan through the Oklahoma Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) along with $25,000 in local funds.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to replace the underdrains in two of their water system filters which will assist with the reduction of disinfection byproduct. Disinfecting drinking water reduces waterborne disease drastically; however, disinfection byproducts may result in unintended effects. Therefore, this project helps to eliminate those issues, and to meet the public health goals for the state.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $190,000 over the life of the loan compared to traditional financing.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.5 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Zack Taylor and State Representative Kevin Wallace for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority provides treated groundwater to the towns of Granite and Lone Wolf, Quartz Mountain State Park, the Beach Haven community, the Oklahoma State Reformatory, a water corporation, the North Shore area of the park facilities, as well as individual customers. Their source well has collapsed and has been deemed to costly to repair. Project funds will be used to connect a new water line for the Authority. The total cost of the project is $128,830 and will be funded with $64,415 grant from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation along with $64,415 from the OWRB REAP Grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $115,947 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Brent Howard and State Representatives David Perryman, Todd Russ, and Charles Ortega for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The first request was for $44,000 financed by a Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) grant with a second request totaling $109,395 in loan forgiveness funding financed through the Oklahoma Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). The project also includes $72,000 from a Cherokee Nation grant.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for the installation of new 8-inch and 12-inch sewer lines, as well as 11 manholes. These improvements will allow the Authority to remove 19 new customers from failing septic systems, and add them to the existing sewer system. These steps will help to protect ground water quality for community residents and businesses in and near the Authority.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $197,595 over the life of the two loans compared to traditional financing.

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Wayne Shaw and State Representative David Hardin, for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will utilize the funds for the repair and replacement of water lines as well as Automatic Meter Reader (AMR) installation. The total estimated cost of the project is $88,923 which is the amount of the OWRB REAP Grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $160,061 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Roland Peterson and State Representative Carl Newton for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for the planning and design of a rehabilitation project for the existing sewer system's collection system and lift station, as well as the chlorine and dechlorinating basin. These enhancements, once designed and completed, will increase the treatment capacity and improve the effluent being discharged into Eufaula Lake.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $253,000 over the life of the loan compared to traditional financing.

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.6 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Roger Thompson and State Representatives Randy Randleman and David Smith, for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Throughout the month, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board's (OWRB), the Oklahoma Clean Lakes and Waters Association (OCLWA), the North American Lake Management Society (NALMS), and others, will highlight the vital work that goes into managing, monitoring, and improving the state's lakes and reservoirs.

It is also a great opportunity for Oklahomans to highlight their favorite Oklahoma lake, or even trying some citizen science by joining this summer's "Secchi-Dip-In." The "Secchi Dip-In" is an effort by volunteers and professionals to gather data on water bodies during a short period of time each summer. Citizens can provide annual "snapshots" of water transparency and clarity at their favorite Oklahoma lake.

We encourage citizens to consider these other specific ways, highlighted by NALMS, you can show appreciation for your local Oklahoma lake:

"Nearly all of us have special memories of going to an Oklahoma lake with our family and friends. Maybe it's the wind in your hair as the boat shoots across the water, pulling your first fish to the shore, or leaping into the water on a hot summer day. This month is a great opportunity to get out to an Oklahoma lake for some fun, socially-distanced activities, and then share why you appreciate Oklahoma's lakes. Remember, whether you are swimming, boating, kayaking, or enjoying other water activities, keep yourself and your family safe by practicing proper boating and swimming safety."

The Authority will use the funds to complete chemical feed improvements in order to achieve disinfection byproduct reduction (DBP) at the Blackwell water treatment plant. This DBP reduction will improve human health for residents and businesses in and near the Authority.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $113,000 compared to traditional financing.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.4 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Roland Pederson and State Representative John Pfeiffer for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority has high amounts of inflow and infiltration into the sewer collection system which can overload the wastewater treatment plant. The grant funds will be used to remove and replace the existing sewer lines and manhole to help eliminate this issue. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the requested OWRB REAP Grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Larry Boggs and State Representative Jim Grego for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The funds will be used to rehabilitate the Authority's wastewater treatment facility. Project elements will include: constructing a post equalization basin, rehabilitating the UV disinfection system, constructing an additional sequential batch reactor basin, rehabilitating the existing sequential batch reactor basins, and updating the blower system. Additionally, the Authority will replace their SCADA system, and update the treatment plant's electrical and piping. These improvements will allow the Authority to maintain compliance with their water quality treatment permit limits and prepare the plant to expand its treatment capacity in a future, second phase.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $2,949,000 over the life of the 30 year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and sewer systems and a 3% sales tax. The Authority submitted the following statement to the Board, "The City of Durant appreciates the Board's consideration and values the OWRB's financing programs."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator David Bullard and State Representative Dustin Roberts for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will use the funds for the installation of 18-inch, 15-inch, and 8-inch sewer lines, as well as repair of six existing manholes and construction of 24 new manholes. Additional project elements include: a railroad bore, lift station, and an emergency generator for the wastewater treatment plant. These improvements will allow the Authority to achieve compliance with their water quality requirements for discharge into Pea Creek while improving the water quality for community residents and businesses.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $800,000 over the life of the 30 year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, sewer, and sanitation systems, a 1% sales tax, and mortgage.

Larry Grigg, Mayor of Inola, submitted the following statement to the Board, "Inola appreciates the assistance that the OWRB has provided in the last several years to fund much needed improvements to our systems. We would not have been able to accomplish the various projects and continue to serve our customers without these resources."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Wayne Shaw and State Representative Tom Gann, for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The District will use the funds for construction a water standpipe on the site of the water treatment plant, as well as the installation of mixing and aeration equipment in the clearwell. This project will reduce disinfection byproducts for residents and businesses in and near the District.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the District's customers will save an estimated $312,000 over the life of the 16 year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the District's water system and a mortgage. A representative of the District submitted the following statement to the Board, "Please accept our appreciation for everything your agency has done for our District over the years. We would like to thank you for your consideration."

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.4 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Roger Thompson and State Representatives Randy Randleman, David Smith, and Avery Frix for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Trust will utilize the DWSRF proceeds to replace a balancing tank along the Atoka pipeline, and for the installation of emergency generators at multiple booster stations throughout the city. These improvements will help maintain water delivery to customers during power outages. The FAP proceeds will be used to refinance two series' of bonds, as well as outstanding commercial paper notes, related to several previous water and sewer projects throughout Oklahoma City's system.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division acknowledged a key benefit for the Trust is the ability to lock in low interest rates and to draw the money as needed. This provides the Trust with water planning flexibility. Both loans will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Trust's water and sewer systems. Bret Weingart, Assistant Utilities Director for the Trust, stated, "Oklahoma City appreciates the opportunity to work with Joe and all of the OWRB staff."

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.4 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Legislators of the Oklahoma City metro area for their support of our financial assistance programs.

The Lake Pawhuska Dam has experienced cracking and sloughing which has resulted in damage to the dam. The Authority will use the funding to stabilize the ground around the dam and to replace intake structure valves that regulate the flow from the dam. These improvements have been approved as a Nonpoint Source (NPS) project through the CWSRF program as it will help to prevent further erosion and potential dam failure while protecting the health of the downstream waterbodies.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save a combined estimation of $404,000 over the life of the OWRB loan and grant compared to traditional financing.

A Pawhuska representative submitted the following statement to the Board, "The City of Pawhuska is thankful for the assistance OWRB has provided to help alleviate the problems associated with the failing dam at Pawhuska Lake. An inspection of the dam in 2019 indicated several problems which needed to be addressed to maintain the dam and prevent possible dam failure. OWRB met with the City to discuss the problems with the dam and to discuss possible funding options the City was not aware of. Without the assistance of OWRB and their staff, solving the issues with the dam would have been difficult. An emergency grant and principal forgiveness loan from OWRB will provide the assistance we need to upgrade the dam and make it safer for the public and city personnel who maintain the dam."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Bill Coleman and State Representatives Sean Roberts and Ken Luttrell for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will use the funds to acquire and install Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) water meters and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI). This project helps to meet Oklahoma's Water for 2060 goals by focusing on water conservation and efficiency, while reducing unintended flows to the wastewater treatment plant.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $112,000 compared to traditional financing.

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Bill Coleman and State Representative Ken Luttrell for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The flood plan will examine flood risks, and potential flood mitigation projects beyond the local level, along an entire runoff area within a larger watershed. The plan will examine the need for additional flood risk information, such as flood maps, and will ultimately feature a State inventory of specific flood control infrastructure projects that will include cost-benefit analyses. Flood risk needs and assessments within watersheds could also be coordinated between communities in those watersheds.

Authored by Senator Dave Rader of Tulsa, and sponsored by Representative Lonnie Sims of Jenks, the law was requested by the OWRB as the agency responsible for long range water resources planning and management.

"The by-product of Oklahoma's unfortunate luck with natural disasters is that we are very well versed in how to deal with them and respond to them. We must now move toward a more proactive approach to hazard mitigation. This mirrors how FEMA and other federal agencies are beginning to approach disaster response – mitigating the damage before the event occurs. In order to do that properly, and protect taxpayer resources as we do it, we must have a well-thought out plan is coordinated across communities and the state. I want to thank the state and federal agencies involved in this effort, and Governor Stitt for signing this legislation into law," said Senator Dave Rader.

The OWRB and other hazard mitigation and infrastructure agencies – including the Oklahoma Floodplain Managers Association, Oklahoma Emergency Management, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Oklahoma Conservation Commission, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service – have already began initial collaboration for the plan.

"We place a very high priority on this legislation and see this flood plan as a significant piece that will strengthen the state's long-term water resiliency planning moving forward. Past updates of the Oklahoma Comprehensive Water Plan focused largely on assessing drought resiliency and water and waste water reclamation infrastructure needs. Today, especially as we see more frequent extreme flooding events, it is more important than ever to comprehensively understand our state's critical flood control infrastructure needs and better collaborate at all levels to address these needs," said OWRB Executive Director Julie Cunningham.

In the fall of 2019, Representative Sims conducted a Legislative interim study to review all aspects of the federal, state, and local preparation and response to the Arkansas River basin floods during the spring of 2019. Among other issues, the interim study highlighted the need to establish a coordinated plan to begin addressing Oklahoma's hazard mitigation and infrastructure needs. During the 2020 legislative session, Senator Rader and Representative Sims lead on a number of flood-related bills before the ultimate enactment of SB 1269.

"Flooding remains one of the worst types of disaster in terms of the loss of property and life. In 2019, much of Oklahoma, and especially the Arkansas River basin, experienced record flooding. Oklahoma has already experienced flooding in some areas during 2020. After reviewing the lessons learned and discussing proactive solutions, I'm honored to be a part of legislation that helps us proactively plan and mitigate for future flood events instead of only reacting and responding," said Representative Lonnie Sims.

Meeker was experiencing blocked sewer lines, and while trying to clear the lines, sewage within the line surfaced to the ground creating a potential health hazard for area citizens. The proposed project will repair the collapsed sewer line at a total project cost of $20,232. Project funding will be provided by the emergency grant in the amount of $17,197 and the 15% local match of $3,035.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $30,956 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

A Meeker representative submitted the following statement to the Board, "The Town of Meeker is very appreciative of the support it has previously received from the Board, and is honored to be considered for this grant. The OWRB staff is always very helpful and informative, and we sincerely appreciate their support in the application process. This grant will greatly benefit the town. Thank you again for all that the OWRB does for the entire state of Oklahoma."

"We are grateful to State Representative Kevin Wallace for his continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Trust will utilize the proceeds for two road improvement projects. The first provides for resurfacing of approximately two (2) miles of shoreline road along East Stanley Draper Road, from Water Plant Road to South Westminster Road. The second includes the resurfacing of approximately one and a half (1.5) miles of shoreline road along North Overholser Drive from N County Line Road to NW 36th Street. Both projects will restore the road surface to prevent sedimentation and minimize turbidity in two of the Trust's reservoirs. The estimated cost of the project is $4,650,000.00 and is a necessary first step by the City to help limit pollution to both Lake Overholser and Lake Stanley Draper. Both lakes' watersheds are among the top 100 watersheds prioritized in Oklahoma's Nonpoint Source Management Plan (NPSMP). This project is consistent with NPSMP efforts, and will help to meet the State of Oklahoma's Water for 2060 goals.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division acknowledged a key benefit for the Water Utilities Trust is they can lock into low interest rates, and draw the money as needed which provides planning flexibility. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Trust's water and sewer systems.

Leo Xie, the Trust's Financial Operations Manager, shared the following statement with the board, "The Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust would like to thank the Oklahoma Water Resources Board for considering the proposed Clean Water SRF Loan. We have submitted proposals for Drinking Water SRF and FAP loan for the June meeting as well. The application process has been seamless; the OWRB staff is very professional and responsive. On behalf of the citizens of Oklahoma City, we thank you in advance for your consideration."

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to state legislators from the Oklahoma City metro area for their support of our financial assistance programs," said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to make water treatment disinfection improvements including a new liquid ammonium sulfate (LAS) storage and feed building, LAS feed pumps, LAS injection point, phosphate storage, phosphate feed pumps, phosphate injection point, clearwell effluent flow meter and meter vault. These projects will convert the Authority's secondary disinfectant to chloramines which will reduce disinfectant byproducts for residents and businesses in and near the Authority.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $800,000 over the life of the loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a springing lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, sewer, and sanitation systems and a two cent sales tax.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.4 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Roger Thompson and State Representatives Scott Fetgatter and Logan Phillips for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use the funds to sandblast and paint a water standpipe, to install an aeration/recirculation pump as well as a dedicated line at the standpipe, and to install other necessary valves and controls. The estimated total cost of the project is $345,838 being funded by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) grant of $205,839, an Eastern Oklahoma Economic Development District (EODD) REAP grant of $40,000, and the OWRB REAP grant requested of $99,999.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Dewayne Pemberton and State Representative Avery Frix for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to rehabilitate and upgrade its existing wastewater treatment plant. This includes improvements to the headworks, sequencing batch reactor equipment, ultra violet disinfection, as well as pump and laboratory building work. These improvements will allow the Authority to maintain compliance with their water quality requirements for discharge into Kingfisher Creek improving the water quality for community residents and businesses.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $679,000 over the life of the 20-year loan compared to traditional financing. The CWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s electric, water, and sewer systems along with a mortgage on these systems.

Dave Slezickey, City Manager of Kingfisher, provided the following statement to the board, “The City of Kingfisher would like to thank the Oklahoma Water Resources Board for considering the proposed Clean Water SRF Loan. The OWRB staff has been delightful to work with and the application process has been seamless. We feel fortunate to be able to move this project forward during a time when interest rates are low. We also believe that this wastewater project will be well received by the construction industry and will provide stimulus to the local economy. On behalf of the citizens of Kingfisher, we thank you in advance for your consideration.”

The CWSRF program is administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The CWSRF program has provided approximately $1.7 billion in water quality loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Darcy Jech and State Representative Mike Sanders, for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

The Authority will utilize the funds to upgrade the Lake Arcadia water treatment plant supervisory control and data acquisition system, to rehabilitate the plant’s treatment processes, and to construct new residual handling and dewatering facilities. This project will increase sludge capacity at the Authority’s Water Treatment Plant and allow Edmond Public Works Authority to supply water to its residents and businesses that is in compliance with state and federal drinking water regulations.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division acknowledged a key benefit for the Authority is they can lock in low interest rates and draw the money as needed which provides planning flexibility. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s electric, water, sewer, and sanitation systems and a 2 percent sales tax. Officials with the City of Edmond provided the following statement for the Board, “The City of Edmond appreciates the Board’s consideration and values these financing programs. They would also like to thank the staff for their dedication and help during these difficult times.”

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.3 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State legislators from the Edmond metro area for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use the funds for rehabilitation to its sewer collection system. These improvements will include the construction of an 8-inch main line, the construction of 4 manholes, the establishment of a connection to the existing sewer mains, and the reconnection other service connections. The estimated total cost of the project is $129,999. The requested amount of the OWRB REAP Grant is $110,000 with the remaining $19,999 provided through local funds.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $198,000 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Greg McCortney and State Representative Ronny Johns for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to replace three wells, for water plant renovation which will include the installation of piping, rehabilitation of filters, replacement of filter piping, and to install emergency generators and an aerator. This project will reduce the amount of iron and manganese in the water from the wells providing positive benefit for residents and businesses in and near the Authority.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $554,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s water, sewer, and sanitation systems along with a mortgage.

A Calera official provided the following statement, “The Town of Calera would like to express our appreciation to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board for considering the proposed Drinking Water SRF Loan. Calera has seen significant growth in recent years and the improvements to the Town’s water system will allow us to stay ahead of the increasing demand. We would like to express our thanks to the staff for their many years of support as it relates to this loan and assistance that has been provided in the past. Thank you so much for your consideration.”

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.3 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator David Bullard and State Representative Dustin Roberts for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use these proceeds to install a water transmission line connection with Craig County Rural Water District No 3. A water purchase agreement was initiated after the Authority experienced an out of service well issue. The total cost is estimated to be $127,750.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $229,950 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Michael Bergstrom and State Representative Rusty Cornwell for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority has a 6 inch water line, running under U.S. Highway 69, that began leaking up through the highway construction joints. The proposed project is to replace the original 6 inch line with a new line which will be wrapped by a twleve inch, welded steel casing. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $48,380 which will be funded by the requested emergency grant in the amount of $41,000 and $7,380 in local funds.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $73,800 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Steve Hall, Chairman of the Authority and the Mayor of Adair, provided the following statement, “We certainly appreciate any help that OWRB extends to our small community and without this grant it would definitely be a burden on us. Thanks so much.”

“We are grateful to State Senator Marty Quinn and State Representative Rusty Cornwell for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will utilize the funds for the construction of a mixing and aeration system in the water distribution tower. This project will reduce the level of disinfection byproducts for residents and businesses in and near the Authority, and help to meet the State of Oklahoma’s Water for 2060 goals.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $105,000 over the life of the loan compared to traditional financing.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.3 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Darch Jech and State Representative Todd Russ for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will utilize the funds for construction of a new water treatment plant which will include replacement of twelve hundred feet of 8 inch raw water line along with construction of new chemical feed and storage facilities. The loan will also refinance an interim loan which was for a portion of the engineering, environmental, and geotechnical costs associated with the project. These improvements will ensure compliance with federal and state drinking water standards for residents and businesses in and near the Authority.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $1,129,000 over the life of the 30-year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s water, sewer, and sanitation systems, a mortgage, and a 2.5% sales tax.

Jason Williams, Mayor of Locust Grove and Chairman of the Locust Grove Public Works Authority, provided the following statement, “The town has been struggling for years on how to make the mandated improvements required … and without the Board’s help; we would have continued to be out of compliance. The efforts of all those involved are well appreciated and we look forward to working with the Board and others in successfully completing the much-needed water plant.”

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.3 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Kim David and State Representative Tom Gann for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use the funds to modify the community's water treatment plant, rehab the existing elevated storage tank, construct of a new clear well, rehab a booster pump station, install automatic meter readers (AMR), and improve the real-time control operations at the water treatment plant. These projects will reduce disinfection byproducts for residents and businesses in and near the Authority.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $986,000 over the life of the 29-year loan compared to traditional financing. The DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water and a .75 cent sales tax.

Atoka Mayor Brian Cathey attended the OWRB's monthly meeting in support of the loan application. "Atoka thanks the Board for the time and consideration of this request. These projects are very important for the town of Atoka in securing quality water for the system. Like most rural communities, there are many needs with little revenue and this funding is critical," said Mayor Cathey.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.3 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the OWRB has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to Speaker Charles McCall and State Senator David Bullard for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to perform water tower improvements and to make modifications to tower piping. The modification to the storage tank will reduce water age, and decrease disinfection byproducts for residents and businesses relying on the Authority.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $104,830 over the life of the loan compared to traditional financing.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.3 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Larry Boggs and State Representative Logan Phillips for their support of the DWSRF program.

During construction of a wastewater project an unmarked twelve inch water line was broken leaving a portion of the town, including the schools, without water for two days. To correct the problem, a new twleve inch water line and valves were installed to the existing line. The estimated cost of the project is $37,500 which will be funded by the $31,875 OWRB Emergency Grant along with $5,625 in local funds.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $57,375 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma. Stephen Frosch, consulting engineer from Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC, attended the OWRB's monthly meeting in support of Wilburton Public Works Authority's emergency grant application.

"We are grateful to State Senator Larry Boggs and State Representative Jim Grego for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the grant to remove sludge from the inlet pipe to the primary sewer lagoon, and to make other minor wastewater system improvements. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the OWRB REAP grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Darcy Jech and State Representative Toni Hasenbeck for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the grant to replace its existing cast iron lines with new PVC water lines, install new valves, and construct a fence around the existing standpipe. The estimated cost of the project is $114,499, and will be funded with the REAP grant and $14,500 in local funds.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Roland Pederson and State Representative Carl Newton for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the proceeds to install a new water line, gate valves, and service connections, as well as perform surface repair. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the OWRB REAP grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Larry Boggs and State Representative Randy Randleman for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Joe Freeman, Chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division calculated that the Authority's customers will save an estimated $264,000 over the life of the 29-year loan compared to the Authority's pre-existing infrastructure loans. The OWRB's DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority's water, sewer, and sanitation systems and a two (2) cent sales tax.

Roland's Town Administrator, Monty Lenington, attended the OWRB's meeting in support of the loan application. "Thank you for considering Roland's loan request. This gives us more freedom to finance future improvements, and saving the community money is always a positive," said Lenington.

The DWSRF program is administered by the OWRB and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The DWSRF program has provided approximately $1.3 billion in drinking water loans to provide communities the resources necessary to maintain and improve the infrastructure that protects our valuable water resources statewide.

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB, and Scott Thompson, Executive Director of the ODEQ, express their sincere appreciation to State Senator Mark Allen and State Representative Jim Olsen for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will use the grant to clean, sandblast, and paint its elevated water storage tank. The estimated cost of the project is $79,999 which is the amount of the OWRB REAP Grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $143,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Brent Howard and State Representatives David Perryman and Charles Ortega for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the grant for a combined water and stormwater project to replace a failed water line, and to create a stormwater management plan. The estimated cost of the project is $63,150 which is the amount of the OWRB REAP grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $113,670 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senators Bill Coleman and J.J. Dossett and State Representatives Monroe Nichols and Sean Roberts for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the grant funds to install emergency generators at two of the system's groundwater wells and pump station. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the OWRB REAP grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Casey Murdock and State Representative Kenton Patzkowsky for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

The Authority will use the proceeds to rehabilitate the sewer collection system by replacing deficient manholes and sewer lines. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the OWRB REAP grant requested.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority's customers $179,998 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $4.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to State Senator Larry Boggs and State Representative Logan Phillips for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.