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Grant shortfall forces Calvert City to narrow scope on Long Valley Road connections
Summary
An engineering estimate for Little Rock and Atlanta water main extensions came in at $342,000 against $200,000 in Cleaner Water Program grant funds; the board directed Chad to retool options and present alternatives for November.
Calvert City officials told the council an engineering estimate to extend water mains on Long Valley Road would exceed available Cleaner Water Program grant funds, potentially forcing a reduced scope or alternate financing.
Chair (S5) said the engineering estimate to do both Little Rock Lane and Atlanta Lane water-main extensions was $342,000, leaving a shortfall of $142,000 against the $200,000 grant balance. The board discussed options: fund the remainder from city cash, ask the engineer to re-scope (for example, do Little Rock first or stage construction to reach the 'Y' junction), or pursue matching low‑interest state or loan funds.
Committee members questioned how many residences would be served and whether doing only one road could still meet the grant objectives. S3 said the engineer’s preliminary count showed roughly 10 potential customers combined on the two roads, and the board noted the grant’s stated preference is to serve existing residences rather than speculative future development.
Members asked Chad to re-evaluate the estimate and provide pricing for staged alternatives, including: (1) run the line to the 'Y' where Little Rock meets Atlanta, (2) go part-way to the 'Y', or (3) complete Little Rock first then extend later. The council asked staff to assemble a concise summary and cost comparison for a November meeting so the board can decide whether to re-scope or pursue additional funding.
The board also discussed whether grant money must be spent by a date referenced in the meeting; members recalled hearing a spending deadline in 2026 and agreed to confirm the timetable before committing to a scope change.
