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Village of Barneston receives $80,500 from USDA to Repair Water Transmission Line

Name
Vicki Schurman
City
Barneston
Release Date

USDA Rural Development has awarded $80,500 to the Village of Barneston.  The funds will be used to repair the water transmission line under the Wolf Wild Cat Creek.  This is the only line that transmits water from the City of Wymore to the Village of Barneston.

“A dependable supply of water is essential both for health and safety,” said Community Programs Specialist Janice Stopak, USDA Rural Development.  “I am pleased that Rural Development could help the Village with its water transmission line repairs.”

USDA Rural Development funding is being provided through the Community Facility Grant program.  For more information visit www.rd.usda.gov/ne or contact Community Programs Specialist Janice Stopak at 402-437-5743 or Janice.stopak@ne.usda.gov.

President Obama’s plan for rural America has brought about historic investment and resulted in stronger rural communities. Under the President’s leadership, these investments in housing, community facilities, businesses and infrastructure have empowered rural America to continue leading the way – strengthening America’s economy, small towns and rural communities. USDA’s investments in rural communities support the rural way of life that stands as the backbone of our American values.