MSA apologizes after reported CWFP application error; firm also offers cloud GIS for Brodhead

Nov 13, 2025

MSA told the Brodhead council a Clean Water Fund application was denied due to an error it said was made on the application, putting eligibility for about $749,000 at risk; the firm also proposed a cloud-based GIS system and said other grants remain (CDBG and a Safe Drinking Fund award).

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Joe DeYoung of engineering consultant MSA told the Brodhead Common Council on Nov. 13 that the city’s application to the Department of Natural Resources’ Clean Water Fund Program (CWFP) was denied after a line on the application was marked incorrectly. DeYoung said the error was on MSA’s side, apologized to the council and said the firm is exploring recourse and working with financial adviser Ehlers to find options for the project.

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