Public Notice - EPA Seeks Input on Federal Funding for Drinking Water Projects in the District of Columbia

May 22, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) invites the public to review and comment on the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority’s (DC Water) proposed use of federal funds to improve the drinking water system in the District of Columbia during a 30-day public comment period. There are three (3) Intended Use Plans and two (2) Project Priority Lists for public review. Comments should be submitted by June 15, 2023.

Please read the public notice or visit the EPA website for more information and instructions on how to submit comments. Feel free to share this information with other interested stakeholders.

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