Mifflinburg approved for $1.1M in...

MIFFLINBURG — More than $1.1 million in state funding is approved for upgrades to Mifflinburg's sewer infrastructure.The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) on Tuesday approved $371,507 through the Authority’s Local Share Account (LSA) statewide program. Additionally, the Union County commissioners at Tuesday's public meeting approved the borough for $732,535 in state Community and Economic Development funds through the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program.“Sound infrastructure is vital to protecting public health and ensuring reliable service,” state Sen. Gene Yaw, R-23, said. “Local governments often operate with tight budgets and are working with aging systems that are long overdue for upgrades. This investment will make a real difference, and I was pleased to support this award.”The Borough’s sanitary sewer system was constructed in the 1950s and 1960s, and portions of the aging infrastructure are now deteriorating. Groundwater and stormwater infiltrate the sewer mains, placing additional strain on the system and, at times, causing the wastewater treatment plant to overflow.The project will focus on Ward Way, North and South Third streets, Lemon Lane and Cherry, Green and Maple streets. Work will include the replacement and reconstruction of approximately 1,629 feet of sewer main to improve the system’s capacity, reliability and overall performance. Funding will also support engineering and administrative costs associated with the project.“The borough appreciates Sen. Yaw’s support and the CFA’s investment in Mifflinburg,” Borough Manager Margaret Metzger said. “This project will help Mifflinburg complete some much-needed infrastructure work to reduce infiltration and inflow, improve reliability and support the community’s future residential and economic growth.”Angie Hunselman, of SEDA-COG, said the CDBG funds were related to damage caused by Tropical Storm Debby along the Bogar Lane section of Mifflinburg in 2024. The funds consist of $725,283 for the project and $7,252 for administration.