(KNZA)--Atchison, Centralia and Waterville are among 14 Kansas communities that will share $3.3 million in federal grants.

The Kansas Department of Commerce announced the grant awards Tuesday through the Kansas Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program.

According to a press release, Atchison is being awarded a $250,000 grant to make street improvements.  The city will contribute $259,000 in matching funds.

Centralia will receive a $400,000 grant to make electrical system improvements.  The city will provide nearly $969,000 in matching funds.

Waterville will receive a nearly $200,000 grant to make drainage improvements throughout the city.  The city will provide  nearly $200,000 in matching funds.