HARRISBURG - Sunbury's 53-year-old water treatment plant will get a total upgrade as a result of funding approved Wednesday by PENNVEST, state Sen. John R. Gordner (R-27) and Rep. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-108) announced in a press release from Gordner's office. The PENNVEST board approved a $3 million low-cost loan for the Sunbury Municipal Authority.
The authority's plant currently uses two treatment units that have reached the end of their service life. New units, along with related mechanical equipment, that meet current environmental standards will be constructed. Because of the low interest rate on the PENNVEST loan, user rates are not expected to increase.
"The system upgrade is long overdue," Gordner was quoted in the release. "This project will result in increased reliability and ensure safe drinking water for system customers."
"The result is good drinking water, a system that meets current environmental standards and increased efficiency in the authority's operation," Culver added.
PENNVEST is an independent state agency that provides financial assistance to upgrade sewer, water, storm water and drinking water projects throughout the state.