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Sewer district says financing talks with Indiana Finance Authority advancing; bids expected this fall
Summary
Project manager told the Greene County Regional Sewer District that talks with the Indiana Finance Authority are advancing, environmental and archaeological reviews are underway, a construction permit has been filed and bidding is likely in August–September with construction possibly starting in the fall.
Project manager provided the board an update on efforts to secure funding and permits for a new wastewater treatment plant, saying work with the Indiana Finance Authority is moving forward and the authority will take the lead on environmental and archaeological reviews. "Accessing funds is moving along," the project manager said, adding the authority has more experience interacting with the EPA and will help ensure the district meets required environmental reviews.
Staff told the board a construction permit application has been filed and that the team is working to make sure "all eyes are dotted and tees are crossed so the money can begin to flow." Project representatives said the team is weighing technical items the board requested, including cascade aeration and a wet well, and is considering three pumps for a related lift station.
Board members discussed timelines: staff said bidding was expected in late summer, with September or October frequently mentioned and the possibility of moving dirt in the fall. On the question of adding a maintenance building at the plant, staff said that is unlikely to be included in the immediate construction scope but could be addressed later if needed.
The update concluded with a reminder that officials had another meeting scheduled with the Indiana Finance Authority later in the day; staff said they would return with further details at the next monthly meeting.
