Looking ahead for water

by SAMCO Leak Detection | Dec 17, 2012 | News

Looking ahead for water

With the cooler temperatures, folks tend to forget about drought and water issues in the fall and winter. However, as the Texas Legislature gears up for the new session starting January 8, water has been a big issue in the news. Legislators like Rep. Lyle Larson have been very vocal in the media about the need to address water issues and funding for the State Water Plan this session. While it remains to be seen what actions will be taken at the capitol, it is certainly encouraging to hear that top officials are taking water issues seriously.

Of course, you don’t need to be told the importance of water and water conservation. Many of you have already taken steps to save water, whether through using SAMCO’s leak detection services, or simply implementing water-saving practices in your home and office. If there’s anything SAMCO can do to help, please do not hesitate to contact me at (512) 751-5325.

Sam Godfrey

TWDB Holding State Revolving Fund Financial Assistance Workshops and Meetings

TWDB – The Texas Water Development Board is holding workshops around the state to share information on the availability of low interest rate loans for water and wastewater construction projects. The workshops will focus on the Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Fund programs, including changes to both programs. TWDB staff will discuss the recent solicitation to submit new water or wastewater projects for the two programs for State Fiscal Year 2014.

There will be six financial assistance workshops held across the state. Participants will hear timely information and have the opportunity to ask clarifying questions on the following topics:

An overview of the CWSRF and DWSRF programs, including the cost savings and loan terms available under these programs;
Opportunities for loan forgiveness subsidies that may be available in SFY 2014 for disadvantaged communities or projects with eligible green components;
Completing and submitting the Project Information Form released under the recent solicitations to express your interest in receiving financial assistance from the CWSRF and DWSRF;
The project ranking process and how to ensure your project receives the maximum points possible; and
A timeline and anticipated funding levels for the upcoming SFY 2014 program year.