Moolenaar Secures More Funding for Michigan Communities

Yesterday, Congressman John Moolenaar voted for legislation that included funding for six community projects in Michigan's Second Congressional District.

"The funding I secured will bring much-needed support for projects throughout Michigan's Second District," said Moolenaar. "These projects, which range from water system improvements to dredging a harbor, were requested by local leaders to make sure tax dollars are spent wisely. I will continue to ensure rural areas in our district are never left behind and necessary projects, that strengthen our communities and improve quality of life for families, are funded."

The legislation is expected to considered quickly in the Senate and go to President Trump's desk.

The community projects include:

1. Lake Mitchell Sewer Authority Sewer Pump Improvement Project. The bill provides $1,500,000 to rehabilitate 60 existing grinder pump stations by installing new pumps, piping, valves, controls, and related repairs to improve system reliability in Wexford County.
2. City of Cadillac Water Distribution Project. The bill provides $1,460,000 to connect 150 PFAS-impacted properties currently relying on private wells to the City of Cadillac's municipal water system, ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water in Wexford County.
3. City of Lowell Water Treatment Plant Expansion Project. The bill provides $1,250,000 to expand water and wastewater treatment facilities that are nearing capacity and unable to keep pace with the city's rapid growth in Kent County.
4. Charter Township of Caledonia Water Trunkline Project. The bill provides $2,000,000 to rehabilitate a two-mile watermain trunkline along Kraft Avenue, improving water system reliability for residents and businesses in Kent County.
5. Central Michigan University Rural Critical Materials Alliance. The bill provides $3,559,529 to strengthen academic and industry partnerships focused on critical materials development in rural Michigan, located in Isabella County.
6. Pentwater Harbor Dredging Project. The bill provides $1,666,000 to dredge the Pentwater Harbor channel, maintaining safe access for boating, fishing, and charter vessels that support local tourism and small businesses in Oceana County.

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