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County authorizes application to Clean Water SRF to reline leaking Montello sewer pond
Summary
Elko County authorized staff to apply for a principal‑forgiveness loan from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to reline the leaking clay pond at the Montello sewer facility; commissioners approved contingent engineering work if the loan is awarded.
Public Works staff described the Montello sewer pond as a clay‑lined facility that is leaking, with sludge at the surface and odor complaints. The county asked permission to submit an application to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) seeking principal forgiveness financing to realign and reline the pond and address system deterioration.
Staff explained the request would seek funding for the pond relining and related technical work; the commission authorized staff to submit the application and approved retaining engineering services contingent on receiving the loan. For the record, staff clarified the CWSRF item is a principal‑forgiveness loan rather than a grant. The motion and contingent engineering authorization carried on a voice vote.
