State money for sewage and water planning

HARRISBURG — Awards for Milford and Matamoras boroughs were included in a $2.2 million sewage facilities enforcement and planning grants announcement Friday from Governor Edward G. Rendell. Matamoras Borough was funded for $4,017.11, while Milford Borough will receive $2,408.67 Funding was included for some 140 communities in 52 counties. The Governor said these investments will help communities, townships and municipal authorities of all sizes provide safe and clean water to their citizens and customers. More than $1.8 million in enforcement grants will help municipalities ensure compliance with on-lot sewage system requirements. The grants reimburse local governments for costs associated with permitting these systems. The remaining $415,000 in planning grants was awarded to municipalities, counties and municipal authorities to reimburse the costs associated with preparing and revising official plans that ensure the adequate operation and maintenance of sewage facilities. For more information on grants, visit www.depweb.state.pa.us, keyword: Sewage.