Category: Planning Grant

February 2, 2024

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE – The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $267,500 to four drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades. The funding was made available through Governor Brad Little’s Leading Idaho initiative.  

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little. 

City of Horseshoe Bend – The city of Horseshoe Bend in Boise County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $50,000, and the remaining $25,000 will be funded by the city. 

City of Marsing – The city of Marsing in Owyhee County was awarded $40,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $80,000, and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by the city. 

City of Nampa – The city of Nampa in Canyon County was awarded $162,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $325,000, and the remaining $162,500 will be funded by the city. 

City of Tetonia – The city of Tetonia in Teton County was awarded $40,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $80,000, and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by the city. 

Background 

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility. 

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page. 

January 12, 2024

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov  

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $279,580 to seven drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades. The funding is made possible through Governor Brad Little’s Leading Idaho plan.  

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little. 

City of Greenleaf – The city of Greenleaf in Canyon County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $50,000, and the remaining $25,000 will be funded by the city. 

City of Hazelton – The city of Hazelton in Jerome County was awarded $17,450 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $34,900, and the remaining $17,450 will be funded by the city.  

City of Jerome – The city of Jerome in Jerome County was awarded $99,880 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $199,760, and the remaining $99,880 will be funded by the city.  

Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District – Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District in Bonner County was awarded $29,750 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $59,500, and the remaining $29,750 will be funded by the district.   

City of Richfield – The city of Richfield in Lincoln County was awarded $47,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $95,000, and the remaining $47,500 will be funded by the city. 

Skin Creek Water Association – Skin Creek Water Association in Boundary County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by the Association. 

West Side School District – West Side School District in Franklin County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by the district. 

Background 

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility. 

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page. 

November 2, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov 

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $62,750 to two drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades. This funding was made available through Governor Brad Little’s Leading Idaho plan.  

City of Carey – The city of Carey in Blaine County was awarded $24,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $48,000, and the remaining $24,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Donnelly – The city of Donnelly in Valley County was awarded $38,750 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $77,500, and the remaining $38,750 will be funded by the city.

Background 

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility. 

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page. 

October 3, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $40,000 wastewater planning grant to Meadow Creek Property Owners Association located in Adams County, Idaho, as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.

The funding will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system, prepare an environmental review, and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $80,000, and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by Meadow Creek Property Owners Association.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grants Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining balance covered by the recipient.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grants Program and to learn more about this year’s recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

June 8, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $38,855 wastewater planning grant to Pinto Point Sewer District in Bonner County as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.

The funding will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $77,710, and the remaining $38,855 will be funded by Pinto Point Sewer District.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

June 6, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $95,250 to three drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

City of Cascade – The city of Cascade in Valley County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by the city of Cascade.

City of Glenns Ferry – The city of Glenns Ferry in Elmore County was awarded $50,250 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $100,500, and the remaining $50,250 will be funded by the city of Glenns Ferry.

Mud Lake and Terreton Water and Sewer District – Mud Lake and Terreton Water and Sewer District in Jefferson County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $50,000, and the remaining $50,000 will be funded by Mud Lake and Terreton Water and Sewer District.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

March 3, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE—The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $107,700 to five drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades, as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents—especially those in our rural communities—can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

Bailey Creek Homeowner’s Association, Inc. – Bailey Creek Homeowner’s Association, Inc. in Caribou County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by Bailey Creek Homeowner’s Association, Inc.

City of Basalt – The city of Basalt in Bingham County was awarded $12,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $24,000, and the remaining $12,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Dubois – The city of Dubois in Clark County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by the city.

Fairview Water District – Fairview Water District in Franklin County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by Fairview Water District.

Starweather Owners Association, Inc. – Starweather Owners Association, Inc. in Blaine County was awarded $25,700 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $51,400, and the remaining $25,700 will be funded by Starweather Owners Association, Inc.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

February 1, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $191,300 to six drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades, as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

The following facilities received funding;

City of Ashton – The city of Ashton in Fremont County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by US Department of Agriculture (USDA) or the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Aspen Hollow Homeowner’s Association, Inc. – Aspen Hollow Homeowner’s Association, Inc. in Blaine County was awarded $35,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $70,000, and the remaining $35,000 will be funded by Aspen Hollow Homeowner’s Association, Inc.

Curley Creek Water Association – Curley Creek Water Association in Boundary County was awarded $17,800 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $35,600, and the remaining $17,800 will be funded by the USDA.

Kingston Water District – Kingston Water District in Shoshone County was awarded $48,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $97,000, and the remaining $48,500 will be funded by Kingston Water District.

City of Lava Hot Springs – The city of Lava Hot Springs in Bannock County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by the city.

Sagle Valley Water and Sewer District – Sagle Valley Water and Sewer District in Bonner County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Sagle Valley Water and Sewer District.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

January 5, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $1,322,843 to 24 drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades, as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

The following facilities received funding under the Leading Idaho plan:

Birch Creek Culinary Water Company, Inc. – Birch Creek Culinary Water Company, Inc. in Franklin County, was awarded $10,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $20,000, and the remaining $10,000 will be funded by Birch Creek Culinary Water Company, Inc.

Caribou Acres Water Company, Inc. – Caribou Acres Water Company, Inc. in Bannock County, was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Caribou Acres Water Company, Inc.

City of Coeur d’Alene – The city of Coeur d’Alene in Kootenai County was awarded $103,850 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $207,700, and the remaining $103,850 will be funded by the city.

City of Declo – The city of Declo in Cassia County was awarded $22,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $22,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental reviews to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $45,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $45,000. The remaining $45,000 will be funded by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) or the US Army Corps of Engineers.

City of Dover – The city of Dover in Bonner County was awarded $82,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $164,000, and the remaining $82,000 will be funded by the city.

Elmore County – Elmore County was awarded $140,400 to prepare an aquifer recharge feasibility planning study to evaluate the need of an aquifer recharge facility in the county. The total eligible project cost is $280,800, and the remaining $140,400 will be funded by Elmore County.

Emida Water and Sewer Association, Inc. – Emida Water and Sewer Association, Inc. in Benewah County was awarded $35,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $70,000, and the remaining $35,000 will be funded by USDA and Emida Water and Sewer Association, Inc.

Fish Haven Area Recreational Sewer District – Fish Haven Area Recreational Sewer District in Bear Lake County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Fish Haven Area Recreational Sewer District.

Groveland Water and Sewer District – Groveland Water and Sewer District in Bingham County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $50,000, and the remaining $25,000 will be funded by USDA-Rural Development or the Army Corps of Engineers.

Hauser Lake Water Association, Inc. – Hauser Lake Water Association, Inc. in Kootenai County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by Hauser Lake Water Association, Inc.

City of Idaho Falls – The city of Idaho Falls in Bonneville County was awarded $248,448 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $496,895, and the remaining $248,448 will be funded by the city.

City of Inkom – The city of Inkom in Bannock County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by the city.

Lakeview Estates Subdivision Homeowners Association, Inc. – Lakeview Estates Subdivision Homeowners Association, Inc. in Clearwater County was awarded $32,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $65,000, and the remaining $32,500 will be funded by the Board of Water Resources.

City of Malad – The city of Malad in Oneida County was awarded $42,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $50,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $113,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $110,000. The remaining $92,500 will be funded by the city.

Moreland Water and Sewer District – Moreland Water and Sewer District in Bingham County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $25,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental reviews to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identity needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $50,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $50,000. The remaining $50,000 will be funded by USDA or the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Murphy Community Water System – Murphy Community Water System in Owyhee County was offered $40,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $80,000, and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by Murphy Community Water System.

City of Newdale – The city of Newdale in Fremont County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by the city.

Outlet Bay Sewer District – Outlet Bay Sewer District in Bonner County was awarded $28,750 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $57,500, and the remaining $28,750 will be funded by Outlet Bay Sewer District.

City of Paul – The city of Paul in Minidoka County was awarded $39,395 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $78,790, and the remaining $39,395 will be funded by the city.

Riverside Water and Sewer District – Riverside Water and Sewer District in Clearwater County was awarded $40,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $80,000, and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by Riverside Water and Sewer District.

City of Soda Springs – The city of Soda Springs in Caribou County was awarded $22,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $45,000, and the remaining 22,500 will be funded by the city.

Star Sewer and Water District – Star Sewer and Water District in Ada County was awarded $50,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $60,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $100,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $120,000. The remaining $110,000 will be funded by Star Sewer and Water District.

City of Sugar City – The city of Sugar City in Madison County was awarded $15,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $25,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $30,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $50,000. The remaining $40,000 will be funded by the city.

West Bonner Water and Sewer District – West Bonner Water and Sewer District in Bonner County was awarded $17,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $35,000, and the remaining $17,500 will be funded by West Bonner Water and Sewer District.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

December 5, 2022
Corrected: June 2, 2023

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $1,322,843 to 24 drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades as part of Governor Brad Little’s “Leading Idaho” plan.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

Birch Creek Culinary Water Company, Inc. – Birch Creek Culinary Water Company, Inc. in Franklin County was awarded $10,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $20,000, and the remaining $10,000 will be funded by Birch Creek Culinary Water Company, Inc.

Caribou Acres Water Company, Inc. – Caribou Acres Water Company, Inc in Bannock County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Caribou Acres Water Company, Inc.

City of Coeur d’Alene – The city of Coeur d’Alene in Kootenai County was awarded $103,850 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $207,700, and the remaining $103,850 will be funded by the city of Coeur d’Alene.

City of Newdale – The city of Newdale in Fremont County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by the city of Newdale.

City of Soda Springs – The city of Soda Springs in Caribou County was awarded $22,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $45,000, and the remaining 22,500 will be funded by the city of Soda Springs.

Hauser Lake Water Association, Inc – Hauser Lake Water Association, Inc. in Kootenai County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by Hauser Lake Water Association, Inc.

Lakeview Estates Subdivision Homeowners Association, Inc. – Lakeview Estates Subdivision Homeowners Association, Inc. in Clearwater County was awarded $32,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $65,000, and the remaining $32,500 will be funded by the Board of Water Resources.

Murphy Community Water System – Murphy Community Water System in Owyhee County was offered $40,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $80,000, and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by Murphy Community Water System.

West Bonner Water and Sewer District – West Bonner Water and Sewer District in Bonner County was awarded $17,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $35,000, and the remaining $17,500 will be funded by West Bonner Water and Sewer District.

City of Declo – The city of Declo in Cassia County was awarded $22,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $22,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental reviews to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $45,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $45,000. The remaining $45,000 will be funded by the city of Declo. Corrected June 2, 2023.

City of Malad – The city of Malad in Oneida County was awarded $42,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $50,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $113,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $110,000. The remaining $92,500 will be funded by the city of Malad.

City of Sugar City – The city of Sugar City in Madison County was awarded $15,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $25,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $30,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $50,000. The remaining $40,000 will be funded by the city of Sugar City.

Moreland Water and Sewer District – Moreland Water and Sewer District in Bingham County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $25,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental reviews to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identity needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $50,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $50,000. The remaining $50,000 will be funded by Moreland Water and Sewer District. Corrected June 2, 2023.

Star Sewer and Water District – Star Sewer and Water District in Ada County was awarded $50,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and $60,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost for the drinking water study is $100,000 and the total eligible project cost for the wastewater study is $120,000. The remaining $110,000 will be funded by Star Sewer and Water District.

Elmore County – Elmore County was awarded $140,400 to prepare an aquifer recharge feasibility planning study to evaluate the need of an aquifer recharge facility in the county. The total eligible project cost is $280,800, and the remaining $140,400 will be funded by Elmore County.

City of Dover – The city of Dover in Bonner County was awarded $82,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $164,000, and the remaining $82,000 will be funded by the city of Dover.

City of Idaho Falls – The city of Idaho Falls in Bonneville County was awarded $248,448 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $496,895, and the remaining $248,448 will be funded by the city of Idaho Falls.

City of Inkom – The city of Inkom in Bannock County was awarded $20,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $40,000, and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by the city of Inkom.

City of Paul – The city of Paul in Minidoka County was awarded $39,395 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $78,790, and the remaining $39,395 will be funded by the city of Paul.

Emida Water and Sewer Association, Inc. – Emida Water and Sewer Association, Inc. in Benewah County was awarded $35,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $70,000, and the remaining $35,000 will be funded by USDA and Emida Water and Sewer Association, Inc. Corrected June 2, 2023.

Fish Haven Area Recreational Sewer District – Fish Haven Area Recreational Sewer District in Bear Lake County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Fish Haven Area Recreational Sewer District.

Groveland Water and Sewer District – Groveland Water and Sewer District in Bingham County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $50,000, and the remaining $25,000 will be funded by Groveland Water and Sewer District. Corrected June 2, 2023.

Outlet Bay Sewer District – Outlet Bay Sewer District in Bonner County was awarded $28,750 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $57,500, and the remaining $28,750 will be funded by Outlet Bay Sewer District.

Riverside Water and Sewer District – Riverside Water and Sewer District in Clearwater County was awarded $40,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater facility and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $80,000, and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by Riverside Water and Sewer District.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

November 2, 2022

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $1,030,979 to 20 drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades.  

These planning grants are funded from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Governor Brad Little directed to DEQ.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

Comore Loma Water Corporation, Inc. – Comore Loma Water Corporation, Inc. in Bonneville County was awarded $40,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $80,000 and the remaining $40,000 will be funded by Comore Loma Water Corporation, Inc.

City of Driggs – The city of Driggs in Teton County was awarded $41,465 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $82,931, and the remaining $41,465 will be funded by the city.

City of East Hope – The city of East Hope in Bonner County was awarded $35,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $70,000 and the remaining $35,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Grace – The city of Grace in Caribou County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $30,000 and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Lewiston – The city of Lewiston in Nez Perce County was awarded $60,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $120,000, and the remaining $60,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Pierce – The city of Pierce in Clearwater County was awarded $60,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $120,000, and the remaining $60,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Potlatch – The city of Potlatch in Latah County was awarded $24,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $49,000, and the remaining $24,500 will be funded by the city.

City of Rexburg – The city of Rexburg in Madison County was awarded $60,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $120,000, and the remaining $60,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Victor – The city of Victor in Teton County was awarded $45,000 to prepare a drinking water study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $90,000, and the remaining $45,000 will be funded by the city. 

Twenty Mile Creek Water Association, Inc. – Twenty Mile Creek Water Association, Inc. in Boundary County was awarded $45,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $90,000, and the remaining $45,000 will be funded by Twenty Mile Creek Water Association, Inc.

City of Emmett – The city of Emmett in Gem County was awarded a $50,000 drinking water planning grant and a $60,000 wastewater planning grant to prepare planning studies to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the drinking water project is $100,000, and the wastewater project is $120,000. The remaining $110,000 will be funded by the city.

City of New Plymouth – The city of New Plymouth in Payette County was awarded a $40,000 drinking water planning grant and a $40,000 wastewater planning grant to prepare planning studies and environmental reviews to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the drinking water project is $80,000, and the wastewater project is $80,000. The remaining $80,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Shelley – The city of Shelley in Bingham County was awarded a $25,000 drinking water planning grant and a $30,000 wastewater planning rant to prepare planning studies to evaluate the current drinking water and wastewater systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the drinking water project is $50,000 and the wastewater project is $60,000. The remaining $55,000 will be funded by the city.

Williams Lake Recreational Water and Sewer District – Williams Lake Recreational Water and Sewer District in Lemhi County was awarded a $27,000 drinking water planning grant and a $25,000 wastewater planning grant to prepare planning studies and an environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water and waste water systems and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the drinking water project is $50,000, and the wastewater project is $54,000. The remaining $52,000 will be funded by Williams Lake Recreational Water and Sewer District.

City of Salmon – The city of Salmon in Lemhi County was awarded $25,491 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $50,983 and the remaining $25,492 will be funded by the city.

City of Jerome – The city of Jerome in Jerome County was awarded $198,169 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $396,338 and the remaining $198,169 will be funded by the city.

City of Melba – The city of Melba in Canyon County was $30,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $60,000 and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Twin Falls – The city of Twin Falls in Twin Falls County was awarded $145,000 to prepare a wastewater study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $290,000, and the remaining $145,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Weiser – The city of Weiser in Washington County was awarded $50,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $100,000, and the remining $50,000 will be funded by the city.

Hoo Doo Harvard Water and Sewer District – Hoo Doo Harvard Water and Sewer District in Latah County was awarded $42,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $85,000, and the remaining $42,500 will be funded by Hoo Doo Harvard Water and Sewer District.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

October 7, 2022

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $542,850 to 12 drinking water and wastewater systems to help facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades.  

These planning grants are funded from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Governor Brad Little directed to DEQ.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

Benewah County – Benewah County was awarded $15,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $30,000 and the remaining $15,000 will be funded by Benewah County.

City of Cambridge – The city of Cambridge in Washington County was awarded $42,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $85,000 and the remaining $42,500 will be funded by the city.

Letha Sewer District, Inc. – Letha Sewer District, Inc. in Gem County was awarded $45,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $91,000 and the remaining $45,500 will be funded by Letha Sewer District, Inc.

South Fork Coeur d’Alene River Sewer District – South Fork Coeur d’Alene River Sewer District in Shoshone County was awarded $160,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $320,000 and the remaining $160,000 will be funded by South Fork Coeur d’Alene River Sewer District. 

Elk City Water and Sewer Association, Inc. – Elk City Water and Sewer Association, Inc. in Idaho County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $60,000 and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Elk City Water and Sewer Association, Inc.

Caldwell Housing Authority – Caldwell Housing Authority in Canyon County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $60,000 and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Caldwell Housing Authority.

City of Culdesac – The city of Culdesac in Nez Perce County was awarded $42,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $85,000 and the remaining $42,500 will be funded by the city.

City of Mackay – The city of Mackay in Custer County was awarded $32,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $65,000 and the remaining $32,500 will be funded by the city.

City of Midvale – The city of Midvale in Washington County was awarded $37,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $75,000 and the remaining $37,500 will be funded by the city.

City of Parma – The city of Parma in Canyon County was awarded $39,850 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $79,700 and the remaining $39,850 will be funded by the city.

City of St. Anthony – The city of St. Anthony in Fremont County was awarded $32,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $65,000 and the remaining $32,500 will be funded by the city.

City of Worley – The city of Worley in Kootenai County was awarded $35,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $70,000 and the remaining $35,000 will be funded by the city.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

August 29, 2022

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $75,810 to Idaho City and Fruitland, Idaho, to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades.

These planning grants are funded from the $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Governor Little directed to DEQ on August 6, 2021.

Idaho City – Idaho City in Boise County was awarded $25,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $50,000 and the remaining $25,000 will be funded by the city.

City of Fruitland – The city of Fruitland in Payette County was awarded $50,810 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $101,620 and the remaining $50,810 will be funded by the city.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

June 30, 2022

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of $82,467 to three drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities evaluate system deficiencies and determine necessary upgrades.

The systems include Country Haven Utilities Association Inc., Terrace Lakes Water Company, and the city of Juliaetta. These planning grants are funded from the $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Governor Little directed to DEQ on August 6, 2021.

“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems,” Idaho Governor Brad Little said. “These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life but our economy as well. Funding for these projects from my Leading Idaho plan aims to ensure that Idaho residents – especially those in our rural communities – can depend on our water and wastewater infrastructure for generations to come.”

Country Haven Utilities Association, Inc. – Country Haven Utilities Association Inc. in Bingham County was awarded $14,967 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $29,935, and the remaining $14,967 will be funded by Country Haven Utilities Association, Inc.

Terrace Lakes Water Company – Terrace Lakes Water Company in Boise County was awarded $30,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system and identify needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by Terrace Lakes Water Company.

City of Juliaetta – The city of Juliaetta in Latah County was awarded $37,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $75,000, and the remaining $37,500 will be funded by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

March 28, 2022

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $34,250 wastewater planning grant to the city of Potlatch in Latah County. The grant is funded from the $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Governor Little directed to DEQ on August 6, 2021.

The funds will be used to prepare a planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $68,500, and the remaining $34,250 will be funded by the city.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

February 24, 2022

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award a $30,000 wastewater planning grant to the city of Teton in Fremont County.  

The grant is funded from the $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Governor Little directed to DEQ on August 6, 2021.

The funds will be used to prepare a planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible project cost is $60,000, and the remaining $30,000 will be funded by the city.

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

January 4, 2022

Contact: MaryAnna Peavey, Grants and Loans Bureau Chief, MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality awarded nine planning grants to eight drinking water and wastewater systems to help the facilities prepare planning studies.

The systems include: Bellevue, Burley, Wendell, Hoo Doo Water and Sewer District, Inc., Iona Bonneville Sewer District, Southside Water and Sewer District, North Lake Recreational Sewer and Water District, and Yellow Pine Water Users Association, Inc. These planning grants are funded from the $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Governor Little directed to DEQ on August 6, 2021.

Bellevue, Idaho — The city of Bellevue in Blaine County was offered a wastewater planning grant for $95,837 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $191,675 and the remaining $95,837 will be funded by the city of Bellevue.

Burley, Idaho — The city of Burley in Cassia County was offered a drinking water planning grant for $102,710 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $205,420 and the remaining $102,710 will be funded by the city of Burley.

Wendell, Idaho — The city of Wendell in Gooding County was offered a drinking water planning grant for $50,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $100,000 and the remaining $50,000 will be funded by the city of Wendell.

Hoo Doo Water and Sewer District — Hoo Doo Water and Sewer District, Inc. was offered a drinking water planning grant for $20,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $40,000 and the remaining $20,000 will be funded by Hoo Doo Water and Sewer District, Inc.

Iona Bonneville Sewer District — Iona Bonneville Sewer District in Bonneville County was offered a wastewater planning grant for $60,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $120,000 and the remaining $60,000 will be funded by Iona Bonneville Sewer District.

North Lake Recreational Sewer and Water District — North Lake Recreational Sewer and Water District in Valley County was offered a wastewater planning grant for $64,400 and a drinking water planning grant for $102,000 to prepare planning studies that evaluate the current wastewater and drinking water systems and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.  The total eligible cost of the wastewater and drinking water projects are $128,800 and $204,000, respectively. The remaining $64,400 and $102,000 will be funded by North Lake Recreational Sewer and Water District.

Southside Water and Sewer District — Southside Water and Sewer District in Bonner County was offered a wastewater planning grant for $42,500 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $85,000 and the remaining $42,500 will be funded by Southside Water and Sewer District.

Yellow Pine Water Users Association, Inc — Yellow Pine Water Users Association, Inc. was offered a drinking water planning grant for $42,500 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $85,000 and the remaining $42,500 will be funded by Yellow Pine Water Users Association, Inc. and the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development. 

Background

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

December 3, 2021

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of six planning grants to Panorama Hills Water Company, Moore Water and Sewer Association, Inc., and cities of Notus, Paul, Rupert, and Ririe, to assist with drinking water and wastewater facility planning studies.

Panorama Hills Water Company was awarded a drinking water planning grant for $15,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study to evaluate the current drinking water system’s deficiencies and identify any needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $30,000 and the remaining $15,000 will be funded by Panorama Hills Water Company.

The city of Notus in Canyon County was awarded a drinking water planning grant for $25,000 to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $50,000 and the remaining $25,000 will be funded by the city.

Moore Water and Sewer Association, Inc. was awarded a wastewater planning grant for $20,600 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible costs of the project is $41,200 and the remaining $20,600 will be funded by Moore Water and Sewer Association, Inc.

The city of Paul in Minidoka County was awarded a wastewater planning grant for $25,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $50,000 and the remaining $25,000 will be funded by the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development.

The city of Ririe in Jefferson County was awarded a wastewater planning grant for $34,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $68,000  and the remaining $34,000 will be funded by the city of Ririe and the US Department of Agriculture Rural Development.

The city of Rupert in Minidoka County was awarded a wastewater planning grant for $50,000 to prepare a wastewater planning study to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements. The total eligible cost of the project is $100,000 and the remaining $50,000 will be funded by the city.

DEQ’s Planning Grant Program provides assistance to eligible wastewater and drinking water systems. These grants are used to develop engineering reports identifying the most cost-effective, environmentally sound method of upgrading a system to achieve and maintain compliance with state and federal standards. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible planning costs, with the remaining cost is the grant recipient’s responsibility.

For more information about DEQ’s Planning Grant Program and to learn more about this year’s grant recipients, go to DEQ’s Facility Planning Grants page.

Staff Contact
MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

April 2, 2021

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $25,000 to the city of Lewisville in Jefferson County.

The funds will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $50,000. The remaining $25,000 will be funded by the city.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants & Loans Bureau Chief
1410 N Hilton
Boise, Idaho 83706
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

March 25, 2021

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $30,000 to the city of Tensed in Benewah County, Idaho.

The funds will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $60,000. The remaining $30,000 will be funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

Tuesday, November 03, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $25,000 to the city of American Falls in Power County.

The funds will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $50,000. The remaining $25,000 will be funded by the city of American Falls.

Tuesday, November 03, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a drinking water planning grant for $15,000 to the Scenic Properties Water Association, Inc. in Boise County.

The funds will be used to prepare a drinking water facility plan and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $30,000. The remaining $15,000 will be funded by the Scenic Properties Water Association, Inc.

Friday, November 20, 2020

BOISE — Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a drinking water planning grant for $30,000 to the city of Lewiston in Nez Perce County.

The funds will be used to prepare a drinking water facility plan. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $60,000. The remaining $30,000 will be funded by the city of Lewiston.

Tuesday, October 27, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a $118,000 low-interest drinking water construction assistance to the Garden Valley Ranchettes Homeowners Association in Boise County

The funding will be used to construct a new reservoir as part of the emergency effort.

The assistance from DEQ’s State Revolving Loan Fund, which is capitalized annually by grants from the Environmental Protection Agency, provides this funding with no repayment obligation. The favorable loan terms represent a $162,254 savings to the community when compared to average costs for municipal general obligation debt issuances.

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Tuesday, October 06, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $30,000 to the Santa Fernwood Water and Sewer District in Benewah County.

The funds will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $60,000. The remaining $30,000 will be funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $37,500 to the city of Craigmont in Lewis County.

The funds will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $75,000. The remaining $37,500 will be funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $20,000 to Garden Valley School District in Boise County.

The funds will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $40,000. The remaining $20,000 will be funded by Garden Valley School District.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $51,960 to the city of Cottonwood in Idaho County.

The funds will be used to prepare a planning study and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $103,920. The remaining $51,960 will be funded by the city of Cottonwood.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

Wednesday, September 02, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a drinking water planning grant for $15,000 to the Golf Club Estates Water Association, Inc. in Bonner County.

The funds will be used to prepare a drinking water planning study and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $30,000. The remaining $15,000 will be funded by the Golf Club Estates Water Association Inc.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

Monday, August 10, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a wastewater planning grant for $40,000 to the city of Homedale, in Owyhee County.

The funds will be used to prepare a wastewater planning study and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the current wastewater system and develop alternatives for any needed improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $80,000. The remaining $40,000 will be funded by the city of Homedale.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today announced the award of a drinking water planning grant for $27,500 to the city of Grand View in Owyhee County.

The funds will be used to prepare a drinking water facility plan and environmental review. The purpose of the project is to evaluate the water system’s deficiencies and identify necessary improvements.

The total eligible cost of the project is $70,606. The remaining $43,106 will be funded by the city of Grand View.

Staff Contact

MaryAnna Peavey
Grants and Loans Bureau Chief
MaryAnna.Peavey@deq.idaho.gov