(KLZA)-- The Missouri Department of Economic Development has awarded the community of Oregon, Missouri a $550-thousand Community Development Block Grant.
In addition, the USDA will provide a $1.4-million loan and $515,730 in grant funds to be used for improvements to the communities water distribution system.
The project will include new piping, 23 fire hydrant assemblies, 150 water meters, and nearly 300 connections as well as asphalt repairs and a master meter for the community of Forest City according to the Mound City News.
The water storage tank will receive a new exterior and interior coating as well as other improvements.
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