WOZNIAK ANNOUNCES STATE FUNDING FOR TWO WATER PROJECTS HARRISBURG, April 15, 2008 - State Sen. John N. Wozniak announced today that two Cambria County water projects have been approved for a combined $4.8 million in state financing. “Clean drinking water and clean streams are a priority of mine,” Wozniak said. “By investing in local projects, we are investing in our future.” The two projects will receive low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PennVEST). The projects are: · Jackson Township Wastewater Extension - Installation of 41,500 feet of sanitary sewers along with two pump stations and 2,500 feet of force main to serve Brazil Lane and the Adams Street/Leidy Lane areas of the township. The project is necessary to protect the environment from malfunctioning on-lot septic systems. The project will receive a $3.4 million PennVEST loan at one percent interest, and a $632,000 grant. · Cresson Township Water System Improvements - Construction of a new, 750,000 gallon water storage tank and 11,000 feet of new transmission line. The current system has had pressure problems that created inadequate supply for fire protection. The project will receive an $800,000 PennVEST loan. “Pennsylvanias smaller communities can be overwhelmed by the cost of replacing aging infrastructure,” Wozniak said. “This important program helps keep local taxes stable, while improving public health and safety.”