Owens Secures Historic Investment for Taylorsville Waterline Replacement Project

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Burgess Owens (UT-04) announced that the Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District will receive $1.6 million in federal funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Meadowbrook Waterline Replacement Project. The funding was secured through the FY 2024 Consolidated Appropriations Act as part of EPA’s Community Grants program. 

“This historic investment is a win for Taylorsville and a major step toward building safer, stronger infrastructure across Utah’s Fourth District,” said Rep. Owens. “I was proud to fight for this project, which will ensure families have reliable access to clean, safe drinking water for generations to come. I’m thankful for the partnership of the Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District and look forward to continuing to be a top advocate for the needs of our community.” 

“On behalf of the Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District and the residents we serve, I extend our deepest gratitude for your instrumental role in securing $1.6 million in Community Project Funding for the Meadowbrook Waterline Replacement Project. This critical infrastructure initiative will significantly enhance the reliability and sustainability of our water supply system. Your unwavering commitment to addressing the infrastructure needs of Utah’s Fourth Congressional District is evident through your advocacy for projects like ours. The replacement of the aging waterline is essential to prevent potential disruptions in service and to ensure the continued delivery of clean, safe, and sufficient drinking water to our community.” – Mark Chalk, Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District General Manager 

Background:

The $1.6 million award will support the replacement of aging waterlines in the Meadowbrook area, a critical upgrade to prevent service disruptions and improve the long-term sustainability of the community’s water supply system. The project is one of over 1,000 water infrastructure improvements funded nationwide through EPA Community Grants in FY 2024.

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