A couple weeks ago, the House of Representatives passed the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2025.
The legislation included funds for eight major infrastructure projects (including Big Lake) in the Sixth Congressional District, projects Congressman Emmer fought to secure during the government funding process. The Senate continues to work through their appropriations process.
“Our office was proud to advocate for these infrastructure projects in communities across the Sixth District,” Congressman Emmer said. “These investments will significantly improve the daily lives of Minnesotans and will drive growth throughout our district. Thank you to our local partners for their collaboration in this successful effort.”
“The City of Big Lake is a wonderful place to live and work. We’ve seen tremendous growth in the past 20 years and with growth comes the need for expanded facilities like our Wastewater Treatment Plant. The expansion project only continues to get more expensive as time goes on and we are incredibly grateful for the support of tax dollars returning to the community,” said Big Lake Mayor Paul Knier.
“The City of Montrose is thrilled to hear that the House of Representatives has passed the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act that includes funding for the Montrose and Waverly Wastewater Treatment Plant regionalization.”
“We want to send a huge thank you to Congressman Emmer and his staff for their unwavering support, and help in getting this far.” said Mayor Kirby Moynagh of Montrose. “The passage of this bill is a significant step for Montrose and Waverly.”
“We are excited to partner with Representative Tom Emmer’s office to bring critical infrastructure to Foley,” said Mayor of Foley Jack Brosh. “Our water treatment plant project will improve the quality of our drinking water for our residents today as well as growth for the future. This is a big deal for Foley,”
“The City of Cokato would like to thank Representative Emmer’s office in funding for the City watermain extension to the Dassel Cokato High School,” stated Cokato Mayor Carl Harju. “This project will ensure that the school will be provided a city water that meets or exceeds all regulatory requirements,”
“On behalf of the City of Norwood Young America, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Congressman Tom Emmer for his unwavering support of our community and this region,” Norwood Young America Mayor Carol Lagergren said. “As the gateway to the Twin Cities metropolitan area, investing in and supporting growing communities such as Norwood Young America is crucial to the prosperity of our region and the state of Minnesota.”
“We are deeply grateful to Congressman Emmer for his steadfast commitment to improving our community’s infrastructure,” said Adam Mueller, Mayor of Gilman. “His support in securing the necessary funding and resources to move this project forward, ensuring that the health and safety needs of our residents are met, is so appreciated.”
“We are extremely grateful for the House of Representatives’ passage of legislation containing funding for our critical wastewater infrastructure project,” said Laketown Township Board Chair Pete Parris. “We are especially appreciative of the incredible support we have received from the Office of Congressman Tom Emmer, and we are pleased to have the support of Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith.”
“We are very fortunate to have the support of Congressman Emmer and his office to help obtain funding for the Rockford Wastewater Treatment Project,” said Mayor Renee Hafften of Rockford. “I appreciate their dedication and commitment to help us smaller cities fund a large project that would put a big tax burden on our residents,”
The Legislation Includes:
• $2 million for the City of Big Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade project;
• $2 million for the Laketown Township 201 Community Sewer Improvement project;
• $2 million for the City of Foley Water Treatment Plant and Well 6 Construction project;
• $2 million for the City of Gilman Infrastructure Improvement project;
• $2 million for the City of Cokato School Watermain Extension project;
• $2 million for the City of Montrose Wastewater Treatment Plant project;
• $2 million for the City of Rockford Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade project;
• $1.6 million for the Norwood Young America 2025 Infrastructure Improvement project.
