State Representatives Pat Harkins and Bob Merski announced a major financial boost for Erie’s water infrastructure Wednesday, as the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (Pennvest) approved a combined $18.5 million in low-interest loans and grant-equivalent funding for two sweeping improvement projects.
Roughly $5.6 million of the total funding comes in the form of grant-equivalent assistance, easing the financial burden for ratepayers while advancing long-overdue updates to the Erie City Water Authority’s distribution and service line systems.
“Water connects us all,” Harkins said. “This funding lets us tackle decades-old leaks, install smarter controls, and guarantee that every drop flowing from our taps meets the highest standard of safety.”…