Central Bucks Today

Reps. Craig Staats, Shelby Labs, and Donna Scheuren have announced that the Telford Borough Authority has been awarded a $9.8 million grant from PENNVEST for a drinking water well development project. The initiative aims to install granular-activated carbon filter vessels for treating perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water wells located in Telford Borough, West Rockhill Township, and Hilltown Township.

The project involves constructing freestanding buildings or building additions at each well site to house the filtration vessels and related accessories. "It is incredible to see PENNVEST approve this necessary funding for the Telford Borough Authority," said Staats. "This will not only improve the quality of my constituents' drinking water in Telford and West Rockhill but make the system run more efficiently as well."

Labs expressed support for ongoing infrastructure investments aimed at enhancing water quality: "I’m happy to support continued investments in infrastructure that improves our water quality," she stated. She emphasized the project's direct impact on Hilltown Township residents served by the Telford Borough Authority.

Scheuren highlighted the benefits for her constituents on Montgomery's side of Telford Borough: "I am thrilled to see this vital funding come through for Telford Borough," she remarked. She noted that upon completion, the project would provide technological advances in filtration and offer residents additional peace of mind regarding their drinking water.

PENNVEST is a financing authority providing low-cost financial assistance to address various environmental issues impacting public health, safety, regulatory compliance, and economic development.