Plainview Getting Millions From State For Water System Improvements

PLAINVIEW, NY — The Plainview Water District is receiving millions of dollars in state grants to improve its water infrastructure.

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the grant last week. It's part of more than $40 million being dispersed around the state.

"Communities need financial support to help them undertake critical water infrastructure improvement projects, and that's why I prioritized a $500 million investment in clean water infrastructure in my executive budget," Hochul said. "The funding announced today will help municipalities modernize their drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and improve water quality and public health in their communities."

The Plainview Water District is receiving $5.4 million from the state to install new equipment at its Plant No. 7 to remove emerging contaminants from water. It's the largest grant being awarded in the state.

Jericho and Garden City are the only other communities on Long Island receiving grants.