Today, the House of Representatives approved $500,000 in funding proposed by U.S. Congressman John B. Larson (CT-01) to support renovations and upgrades for the Mattabassett District’s wastewater treatment facility.
For Immediate Release
October 29, 2009
Contact: Paul Mounds 860-278-8888
Larson: House Approves Funding for The Mattabassett District
Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives approved $500,000 in funding proposed by U.S. Congressman John B. Larson (CT-01) to support renovations and upgrades for the Mattabassett District’s wastewater treatment facility. The funding was part of the Interior Appropriations Act, broader legislation that invests in restoring and protecting the quality of our nation’s natural resources and environmental infrastructure.
The improvements to the Mattabassett District’s Wastewater Treatment Facility in Cromwell will support efforts to meet federal and state Long Island Sound Nitrogren removal requirements. The funding will also allow the District to increase their flow capacity to support economic development and viability in the region- all at no additional cost to the residents of the district.
“I am proud to support this essential renovation for the Mattabassett District Wastewater Treatment facility. This funding will improve the quality of life, protect one of our state’s finest water resources, and create jobs in the region,” said Congressman Larson.
The Mattabassett District is a Regional Sewer Authority that operates a 20 million gallon per day Wastewater Treatment Facility and treats the wastewater from six central Connecticut communities: including New Britain, Berlin, Cromwell, Middletown, Rocky Hill, and Newington in Congressman Larson’s District.
The Interior Appropriations Act makes key investments in protecting the nation’s environment, enhancing our water infrastructure and supporting conservation. The bill also takes significant steps to reduce pollution in our water and air, and provides aid to nearly 1,500 communities to improve their drinking water and wastewater systems.
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