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Moose Lake seeks $3.1 million in state funds to curb sewer inflow and infiltration; city would match half
Summary
City staff told the Moose Lake City Council they submitted a $3.1 million Senate Capital Finance request to reduce sewer inflow and infiltration; the city would provide a 50% local match (about $1.5 million) and is pursuing grant matches and legislative outreach.
Moose Lake City staff told the council on Jan. 8 that the city submitted a $3.1 million request to the state Senate Capital Finance Committee to fund an inflow-and-infiltration reduction project for the municipal sewer system. The application lists a 50% local match, which staff estimated at roughly $1.5 million.
City Engineer and staff said engineers are working to identify grant options that could help the city meet its match and that coordinated bidding with nearby projects may reduce mobilization costs. The engineer said the application was also sent to "Senator Ric's office" and to the "Representative DOA office" to seek legislative support for the funding request.
Council materials described the project as an inflow-and-infiltration reduction program; staff said specific construction items and timelines will be developed as grant awards and engineering phasing become clear. The engineer also noted the city is reviewing whether a different sewer project might be recommended from the sewer fund for 2025, depending on available grant funds and other area mobilizations.
The council did not adopt a final financing plan at the meeting; staff said they would continue to seek grant matches and present options for council decision as more information becomes available. The council packet included background on the city27s sewer-lining planning and prior grant submissions that could contribute to the local match.
