More than $12 million in grant funding awarded
COLUMBIA, S.C.- The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 27 communities, totaling more than $12 million, to strengthen water, sewer and storm water infrastructure and open doors for economic opportunities across the state. Such investments in infrastructure promote future success for South Carolina communities.
With two-thirds of projects in more rural and less developed counties, these grant-funded projects will help to ensure that residents and businesses have access to reliable distribution, collection and treatment of water and sewer.
"The RIA supports community projects with the greatest need and addresses infrastructure issues that have the potential to hinder quality of life and economic growth," said executive director Bonnie Ammons.
Whether it's constructing a new well to meet the daily demand for water in a community, upgrading outdated sewer lines or mitigating the health and safety risks of flooding by improving a neighborhood's drainage infrastructure, these grant awards will have a significant impact on the residents and businesses that they serve.
RIA grants are awarded twice a year through a competitive process that considers the need for improved public health, environmental protection, community sustainability and economic development. Applications are selected by the RIA board based on criteria, including: severity of the problem, expected impact and project feasibility. Recipients share in the cost of projects by paying for non-construction activities and, often times, providing additional funds for construction.
A list of grant recipients to date in fiscal year 2019 is below. To learn more about RIA or how to apply for grant assistance, visit www.ria.sc.gov.
SC Rural Infrastructure Authority FY 2019 Grant Recipients - Round 1
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About S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority
The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) was created to help communities with financing for qualified infrastructure projects. Infrastructure refers to water and waste water systems as well as storm water drainage and other public facilities. Chaired by the Secretary of Commerce, the RIA is governed by a board of directors, including six members who reside in or represent distressed and/or least developed counties.