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Council: federally funded water project advancing; EPA approval required for new pump

Village of Michiana Council · September 6, 2024
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Summary

Council reported progress on a federally funded water grant; engineering firm Merritt is preparing phase-one bids and EPA approval is required before installing a new pump.

At the Sept. 6 meeting, Councilmember Mike Mumper said the federally funded water project is moving forward and emphasized the need to comply with federal policies and procedures. The Village's engineering firm, Merritt, is preparing bids for phase one, and the council noted that EPA approval is required before a new pump can be installed.

Mumper said the federal nature of the grant triggers specific compliance steps and approvals, which may affect timing. No vote or contract award occurred at the meeting; the council received the update and directed staff to continue working with Merritt and to seek the EPA sign-off required for equipment installation.