Fetterman announces $1.44M for Williamsport water tank replacement project

Washington, D.C. — Today, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced $1,440,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority (WMWA) for a tank replacement.

This funding was secured by Senator Fetterman, through the EPA’s Community Grants program, to have their aging water tank replaced, bolstering water service reliability for over 51,000 customers. 

“One of my highest priorities is securing federal investments that lower costs for Pennsylvania families and businesses. I was proud to support WMWA in its efforts to replace its 100+ year old water storage tank. This investment will improve water service reliability for generations to come and puts ratepayers first,” said Senator Fetterman.

“The Williamsport Municipal Water Authority is extremely grateful to Senator John Fetterman for providing this grant opportunity and for recognizing the importance of investing in critical water infrastructure. The Authority also thanks EPA for their support and assistance throughout the grant process and construction of this project. Their efforts helped make this investment in our community possible. Maintaining and investing in critical water infrastructure is essential to the health, safety and future of our community. Reliable water service is something people often take for granted, but it requires constant investment to ensure our system remains safe, dependable, and resilient for generations to come,” said Michael D. Miller, Executive Director of the WMWA.

Senator Fetterman was the sole supporter of this award in the FY24 Congressionally Directed Spending process.