The Authority will utilize the proceeds to conduct a Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Survey to identify the cause of system overflow issues and develop an engineering report to address areas of the system which need improvement. Total project cost is $197,681 which will be fully funded by the OWRB OSG grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $284,100 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

The OSG program is administered by the OWRB with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This OWRB program has been structured to provide communities the resources necessary to complete the planning and design of sewer overflow and stormwater drainage issues. Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

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

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for a system-wide study and engineering design to address inflow and infiltration into the sanitary sewer collection system. Improvements to the system will reduce the unintended flows to the wastewater treatment plant decreasing the amount of discharge into the lagoons and amount of effluent into Pryor Creek.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $299,500 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 $2.1 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 $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senators Julie Daniels and Marty Quinn and Representative Rusty Cornwell for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The District will utilize the proceeds to replace approximately 67,800 linear feet of 2, 4, and 6-inch water line which will reduce water loss and improve pressure within the distribution system.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the District’s customers will save an estimated $1,413,700 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. District Chairman, Tim McIntosh, stated, “Thank you to the Board. The District appreciates 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 $2 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 $5.8 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 Senators Chris Kidd and John Michael Montgomery and Representatives Toni Hasenbeck and Trey Caldwell for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to perform assessments for identification of areas within the collection system which are contributing to increased inflow and infiltration issues. Total project cost is $220,000 which will be fully funded by the OWRB OSG grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $320,500 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

The OSG program is administered by the OWRB with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This OWRB program has been structured to provide communities the resources necessary to complete the planning and design of sewer overflow and stormwater drainage issues. Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

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

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will use the proceeds to reduce disinfection byproducts by installing an aeration system into two storage tanks near the water treatment plant and another injection point for the lime feed after the clarifiers. Disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically. However, byproducts which may result by the disinfection can sometimes have unintended effects. Therefore, by addressing this issue, this project helps 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 $480,100 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 $2 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 $5.8 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 Bill Coleman and Representative Sean Roberts for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to conduct a Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Survey and develop an engineering report to address areas of the system which need improvement. Total project cost is $76,000 which will be fully funded by the OWRB OSG grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $126,900 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

The OSG program is administered by the OWRB with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This OWRB program has been structured to provide communities the resources necessary to complete the planning and design of sewer overflow and stormwater drainage issues. Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Greg McCortney and Representative Danny Williams for their continued support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to purchase a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for both water treatment plants and the water distribution system. The SCADA system will fully replace the existing manual-operation based system improving water efficiency for the 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 $1,018,600 over the life of the 10-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. The Authority’s Director of Public Utilities, Rusty Whisenhunt, stated, “The City and citizens of Lawton appreciate the Board’s consideration of the loan request and we thank the OWRB employees for their help during this process.”

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 $2 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 $5.8 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 Senators Chris Kidd and John Michael Montgomery and Representatives Daniel Pae, Rande Worthen, Toni Hasenbeck, and Trey Caldwell for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for planning and design to address the rehabilitation of the sewer lagoon and lift station Number One (1), located at Pleasant View Road and South Street. Shoreline erosion is a current issue and these improvements will reduce the amount of sediment into the lagoon and to Spring Creek.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $299,500 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 $2.1 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 $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Bill Coleman and Representative John Pfeiffer for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to perform assessments for identification of areas within the collection system which are contributing to increased inflow and infiltration issues. Total project cost is $73,513 which will be fully funded by the OWRB OSG grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $126,800 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

The OSG program is administered by the OWRB with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This OWRB program has been structured to provide communities the resources necessary to complete the planning and design of sewer overflow and stormwater drainage issues. Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Chuck Hall and Representative John Pfeiffer for their continued support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The District will utilize the proceeds to replace water meters and install two new control valves. This project helps to meet Oklahoma’s water for 2060 goals by focusing on water conservation and efficiency by reducing water loss and lowering the pressure in the distribution system.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the District’s customers will save an estimated $475,936 over the life of the 15-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 District representative stated, “This project will be a huge step forward relative to the operation of our District. Our thanks to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and the Department of Environmental Quality for walking us through the process.”

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 $2 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 $5.8 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 Greg McCortney and Representative Ronny Johns for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for planning and design within the sewer system to address sewer backup and inflow and infiltration issues. Total project cost is $30,606 which will be fully funded by the OWRB OSG grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $53,800 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

The OSG program is administered by the OWRB with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This OWRB program has been structured to provide communities the resources necessary to complete the planning and design of sewer overflow and stormwater drainage issues. Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Greg McCortney and Representative Ronny Johns for their continued support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to conduct a Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Survey and geotechnical investigation for the creation of an engineering report to address areas of the system which need improvement. The total project cost is $67,000 which will be fully funded by the OWRB OSG grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $124,300 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds.

The OSG program is administered by the OWRB with partial funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This OWRB program has been structured to provide communities the resources necessary to complete the planning and design of sewer overflow and stormwater drainage issues. Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.8 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Michael Bergstrom and Representative Rusty Cornwell for their continued support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to construct a new 500,000-gallon baffled clearwell. Disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically. However, byproducts which may result by the disinfection can sometimes have unintended effects. Therefore, by addressing this issue, this project helps 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 $621,600 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 $2 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 $5.8 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 Zach Taylor and Representative Danny Williams for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The District will utilize the proceeds to construct two chlorine booster stations and for improvements to their storage tank. Disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically. However, byproducts which may result by the disinfection can sometimes have unintended effects. Therefore, by addressing this issue, this project helps to meet the public health goals for the state.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the District’s customers will save an estimated $574,900 over the life of the 20-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 District Manager, Marcus Burkhalter, stated, “Thank you, this will help improve water supply to our patrons. Thank you for your support and guidance through our DBPs. Parternships like this help improve outcomes like this.”

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 $2 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 $5.7 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 Representatives Avery Frix, Randy Randleman, and David Smith for their support of the DWSRF program.

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to fund a variety of water projects. A low lift pump station for intake of raw water on Arcadia Lake will be constructed which includes a wet well, three (3) 60-inch diameter screened intake lines, five (5) variable speed, vertical turbine pumps, two (2) feed systems, and a 42-inch discharge raw water transmission main. Improvements will be made to the Authority's water treatment plant including modifications to the existing maintenance building, replacement of the granular activated carbon filters, construction of an elevated storage tank for backwash water storage, the construction of two new finished water clearwells, a new lift pump station and water meter valve, two new waste washwater basins, a recycle pump station, and new electrical building. These improvements will allow the system to continue providing sustainable water to customers of the Authority.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save a combined estimation of $9,862,300 over the life of the three (3), 30-year loans compared to traditional financing. These loans will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Authority’s water, sewer, sanitation, and electric systems and a two-cent sales tax. The Authority’s Director of Water Resources, Kris Neifing, stated, "We appreciate the Board’s consideration and assistance on all of our loans now and over the last several years."

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 $1.8 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 $5.5 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 from the Edmond metro area for their support of the DWSRF and FAP programs.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to lay approximately 8,720 feet of 6-inch PVC water line in various parts of the city. These improvements will help to reduce water loss and increase water pressure for the customers of the Authority.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $617,100 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. An Elk City representative stated, "The City of Elk City appreciates the Board's consideration of our loan request. The water line projects to be funded with the loan have been on our capital improvement plan for the last few years and the low interest loan available through the DWSRF will enable the City to move ahead on these important projects. Thank you."

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 $1.8 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 $5.5 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 Darcy Jech and Representative Todd Russ for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to lay approximately 5,500 feet of 12-inch, 10-inch, and 6-inch PVC water line in an area of the city which has experienced low water pressure. These improvements will help to reduce water loss and increase water pressure for customers of the Authority.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $1,172,100 over the life of the 20-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 Mayor, George C. Pankonin, shared, "Enid is grateful for the consideration of this loan which will allow the City to continue upgrading its water infrastructure."

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 $1.8 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 $5.5 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 from the Enid metro area for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will use the proceeds to construct a new discharge line to convert the wastewater land application irrigation system to a facultative flow lagoons system. These improvements will maintain proper levels in the lagoons. The estimated cost of the project is $70,063 which is the proposed REAP grant of $66,560 and $3,503 in local funds.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $102,900 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

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

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for engineering studies to address inflow and infiltration issues. Improvements will help to prevent unwanted contaminants from entering Hudson Lake, reduce unintended flows to the wastewater treatment plant, and improve inflow and infiltration 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 $104,300 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 $2.1 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 $5.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

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

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will use the proceeds to construct an in-tank aeration system for water circulation. Disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically. However, byproducts which may result by the disinfection can sometimes have unintended effects. Therefore, by addressing this issue, this project helps to meet the public health goals for the state. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the requested REAP grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $150,500 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.5 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

"We are grateful to Senator Brent Howard and Representative Gerrid Kendrix for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma," said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Trust will utilize the proceeds to replace the ozone system at the Hefner water treatment plant, perform various improvements and rehabilitation at the Draper water treatement plant, and rehabilitate both the interior and exterior of the elevated water storage tank at MacArthur Boulevard and NW 28th Street. Additionally an 18-inch aerial water line will be replaced which crosses the South Canadian River at NW 10th Street and County Line Road and a 24-inch aerial waterline crossing near Interstate 44 and NW 36th Street. These improvements will continue to improve water quality for the customers of the Authority.

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 DWSRF loan will be secured with a lien on the revenues of the Trust’s water, sewer, and sanitation systems. The Trust’s Utilities Director, Chris Browning, stated, “The one-half billion in loans that the Trust has with OWRB saves our rate payers a tremendous amount of money. We appreciate this relationship and partnership which has formed.”

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 $1.8 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 $5.5 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 from the Oklahoma City metro area for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The District will utilize the proceeds to construct a new booster pump station, water storage tank, and waterline to establish a connection with Muskogee County Rural Water District No. 7. This project will bring a more sustainable source of water for residents and businesses in and near Cherokee County Rural Water District No. 1 while helping to meet the State of Oklahoma’s Water for 2060 goals by reducing the number of wells being used on public water supplies through regionalization.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the District’s customers will save an estimated $565,600 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 $1.8 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 $5.4 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 Representative Chris Sneed for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds for the rehabilitation of a ground water storage tank, an elevated storage tank, and a booster pump station. The rehab will include piping modifications to both tanks to provide a separate inlet and outlet. Additionally, piping between the ground storage tank and the booster pump station will also be modified. Disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically. However, byproducts which may result by the disinfection can sometimes have unintended effects. Therefore, by addressing this issue, this project helps 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 $626,600 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 mortgage. A Porter Public Works Authority’s official stated, "The City of Porter would like to thank the board for their consideration and also thank the OWRB staff for all their help."

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 $1.8 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 $5.4 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 Representative Kevin McDugle for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will utilize the proceeds to construct an ion exchange treatment plant on existing water treatment plant property. This project will address a health-based violation 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 $596,100 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 $1.8 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 $5.4 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 Michael Bergstrom and Representative Rusty Cornwell for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will use the proceeds to construct a new roof vent and new power vent at the southside water storage tank, install two (2) automated flushing stations, and add new security fencing. Disinfecting drinking water has reduced waterborne disease drastically. However, byproducts which may result by the disinfection can sometimes have unintended effects. Therefore, by addressing this issue, this project helps 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 $195,651.33 over the life of the 20-year 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 $1.8 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 $5.4 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 Darcy Jech and Representative Dick Lowe for their support of the DWSRF program.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

Eddie Rhandour
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
(405) 702-8100
Eddie.Rhandour@deq.ok.gov

The Authority will use the funds to renovate an existing water treatment plant. This will include repair of the aerator tower, install a raw water meter at the plant, install a new claricone, and repair a recarbonation basin vault. This project will also remove and replace filters, rehabilitate the chemical feed room, replace backwash meters, plant controls, pumps, sample lines, filters, and existing claricones as well as upgrade the water distribution building.

According to Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $1,212,619 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 system, and a one cent sales tax. An El Reno representative shared, “The City of El Reno thanks the OWRB staff for their hard work on this project and appreciates the Board for their consideration.”

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

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

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will use these funds for the extension of water and sewer mains in the vicinity of Luther Road and SE 29th Street and NW 23rd Street, construction of a NE 23rd Street lift station, installation of a collection main and force main, approximately 1,100 feet of sewer line along 23rd Street, and the retrofit and upgrade of a sewer lift station on Harrah Road.

According to Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $464,000 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, a three (3) cent sales tax, and a mortgage. Harrah’s Mayor, Danny Trent, stated, “We appreciate the Board’s consideration of this request and are applying because of the growth in Harrah. We look forward to moving forward. Thank you.”

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Shane Jett, Brenda Stanley, and Zach Taylor, and Representative Preston Stinson for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will use these funds to construct a new 3 million gallon per day water treatment plant, a new raw water intake structure at Okemah Lake, installation of new Automatic Meter Infrastructure (AMI) water meters, and for the construction of 2 new 500,000 gallon water storage tanks.

According to Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $3,772,197 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, a 1 cent sales tax, and a mortgage. Okemah’s City Manager, Jayne Hughes, stated, “We appreciate the ability of the Board to help with water needs in Okemah and throughout Oklahoma. This approval will help us in looking forward to growth under our economic development plan.”

Since 1983, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to State Senator Roger Thompson and Representative Logan Phillips for their support of our financial assistance programs,” said Julie Cunningham, Executive Director of the OWRB.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority completed an analysis of its collection system as part of a rehabilitation effort and determined a need to extend the system to accommodate additional users. The proceeds for this project will be used to install 748 linear feet of 8-inch PVC sewer main with four concrete manholes, connect to existing manholes, and to perform surface repair to the street. The estimated cost of the project is $50,000 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 $72,000 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to Senator David Bullard and Representative Dustin Roberts for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

In December of 2020, the Board approved $16,000,000 in loan funds for the Authority to construct a new energy efficient sequential batch reactor wastewater treatment plant, a lift station, retro fit of a flow equalization basin, sludge management facilities, an ultra violet disinfection system, and a lab building. The Authority intended to utilize around $4,000,000 of local funds to go along with the original funding for the project. Subsequent to this, a determination was made to utilize the local funds for other projects and the Authority requested to borrow these funds for the wastewater project. 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 $250,600 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 ¾ cent sales tax. Guthrie’s Mayor, Steven Gentling, stated, “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 sewer 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 $2.1 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 $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

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

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority has a wastewater collection system that includes a wastewater treatment plant, sewer lines, and several lift stations. The system is experiencing massive inflow from the aging sewer lines during rain events. Proceeds of this grant will be used to conduct a sewer system evaluation study (SSES) to identify areas which contribute to the inflow and infiltration (I&I) issue and then to develop a rehabilitation plan for the sewer system. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the requested REAP grant amount.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $145,300 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to Senator Bill Coleman and Representative Ken Luttrell for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will use these proceeds to upgrade and replace approximately 2,800 linear feet of current water line with 6-inch PVC pipe. The estimated cost of the project is $187,600 which will be funded with the proposed REAP Grant of $99,999 and local funds of $87,601.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $145,300 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to Senator Kim David and Representative Tom Gann for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority operates a wastewater collection system with a flow-through lagoon system which consists of four-cells, two primary and two secondary. These proceeds will be used to replace approximately 1,200 linear feet of sewer line and three manholes. The estimated cost of the project is $99,999 which is the amount of the requested grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $145,300 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to Senator Roger Thompson and Representative Randy Randleman for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Authority will use these proceeds to install a 12-inch steel vent, a 4-inch overflow pipe, and a concrete pad. The estimated cost of the project is $25,900 which is the amount of the requested REAP grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $36,100 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

“We are grateful to Senator Casey Murdock and Representative Mike Dobrinski for their continued support of water and wastewater infrastructure funding in Oklahoma,” said Julie Cunningham, OWRB Executive Director.

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov

The Athority will use the proceeds to install an emergency standby generator at one of its wells, a block heater, battery charger, concrete pad and to construct an enclosure. These improvements are to provide a source of backup power to the Authority's wells and allow the tower to remain in working order for system residents and businesses. The estimated cost of the project is $31,000 which is the amount of the requested REAP Grant.

Joe Freeman, chief of the OWRB's Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the grant will save the Authority’s customers $45,300 in principal and interest charges by not having to borrow the project funds. Since 1983 the Water Resources Board has approved over $5.4 billion in loans and grants for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements throughout Oklahoma.

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

Contact:
Joe Freeman
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
(405) 200-8312
Joe.Freeman@owrb.ok.gov