Press Release

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Orlando Public Works Authority (Authority) received approval for $1,000,000 in funding on Tuesday from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to improve the Authority’s wastewater infrastructure.  Construction of upgrades and improvements to the wastewater system will be financed by the OWRB American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program.  

The Authority operates a wastewater collection system that serves the community. To help restore compliance with regulatory requirements regarding inflow and infiltration (I&I), the town is moving forward with improvements that will reduce excess groundwater and rainfall entering the sewer system. The project will replace 4,282 linear feet of sewer line and 10 manholes, along with related infrastructure, to strengthen the system’s performance. These upgrades will help protect water quality, improve service reliability, and support the long-term needs of residents and businesses. The estimated cost of the project is $1,000,000.00 which will be funded by the OWRB ARPA Grant of $1,000,000.00. 

Lori Johnson, chief of the OWRB’s Financial Assistance Division, calculated that the Authority’s customers will save an estimated $1,657,800.00 compared to traditional financing.