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Here’s how much cities, counties could get from state for water and sewer

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Cities and counties apply for $435 million from state's water and sewer ARPA fund

The of requested the largest amount of money, $36 million, of any city or county from a designated water and sewer fund that came through the American Rescue Plan Act.

lawmakers established the fund earlier this year to pay for needs by matching what money cities and counties received directly from ARPA.

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In their applications, cities and counties list out specific water and sewer projects and include amounts from their own direct ARPA appropriations. Then, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, which oversees the program, can up to a 1-to-1 funding match, or 2-to-1 for places that received less than $1 million in direct funds.

Jackson applied for a $23 million match to help fix its drinking water system, which would give it $46 million in total. On the wastewater side, the city is requesting a $12 million match to give it $24 million total.

Hinds County did not submit an application, according to a list provided by MDEQ. The county agreed to use $17 million of its ARPA money for Jackson's water system, WLBT reported last month.

Half of the funds sought in the applications, or $216 million, were for wastewater projects, $139 million were for drinking water projects, and $79 million for stormwater projects.

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The is seeking the most money for wastewater improvements, at $26 million. For stormwater projects, Rankin County applied for the largest amount at $21 million.

An MDEQ spokesperson said the agency anticipates that cities and counties will funds by the end of the year, and that there will also be a second round of applications for remaining money.

MDEQ provided a breakdown of how much entities are seeking for different projects. Use the tables below for a breakdown by spending area:

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This article first appeared on Mississippi Today and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.

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Local addiction treatment center to host field day promoting recovery

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www.wcbi.com – Rosalyn Freeman – 2023-09-22 19:27:35

SUMMARY: Pines and Cady Hill Recovery Center, a drug and alcohol treatment facility in Columbus, Mississippi, is hosting a Field Day to promote recovery and fun. The event, called the “Recovery ,” aims to build a bridge between individuals struggling with addiction and their families. The center hopes the event will show that it is possible to have fun while being sober. The event will also raise funds for the center's clients, who rely on sponsorships and community aid during their recovery . The activities will include an egg toss, three-legged race, tug of war, and limbo.

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Houston community gears up for 42nd Flywheel Festival

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2023-09-22 19:24:56

SUMMARY: The 42nd Fall Flywheel in Houston, Mississippi is attracting fans of antiques, tractors, and engines. The festival provides an to learn about flywheels and their role in American engines. Clarke Easterling, owner of Windy Hill Foundry, is showcasing his work and hoping to make sales. Admission to the festival is , but there is plenty of food and antiques to buy. The festival also includes activities for kids, arts and crafts, skillet toss, and two anvil shoots. It is a popular for the community and a for Houston to attract new visitors.

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Mostly dry weekend, rain chance returns Monday – Home – WCBI TV

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www.wcbi.com – Owen Basselman – 2023-09-22 18:54:11

SUMMARY: The weather in Columbus, Mississippi will be warm and sunny on Saturday before clouds and a of a stray shower on Sunday. Rain chances will continue into the first half of the . The region is in need of rain as 98% of Mississippi is experiencing some form of drought. Temperatures will stay in the low- to mid-80s due to the clouds and rain.

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