$1 Million State Grant for Water and Sewer Lines
Bowling Green
Summary
All six city projects nominated for Ohio EPA wastewater loans made the agency's 2026 funding list. Four are in design or engineering; construction activity is expected at the Portage Mercer Pump Station. Nominations reserve a spot for loan money without obligating the city to borrow.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
The loans could fund major water and sewer work, though borrowing is not yet obligated.
Utility customers who rely on well-maintained water and sewer infrastructure.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (4)
Planning Commission - Oct 7, 2026
Bowling Green scored a $1 million Ohio Department of Development grant to extend water and sewer lines along Bishop and Brim Roads — staff credits the city's pro-housing zoning overhaul for the win.
Board of Public Utilities - Aug 24, 2026
The sacrificial anode system protecting the city's main water artery is wearing out after ~20 years. A $140,000 refresh is far cheaper than the millions it would cost to replace the pipe.
City Council (Regular) - Jan 5, 2026
All six city projects nominated for Ohio EPA wastewater loans made the agency's 2026 funding list. Four are in design or engineering; construction activity is expected at the Portage Mercer Pump Station. Nominations reserve a spot for loan money without obligating the city to borrow.
BG looking at $3.6M to repair and repaint 2 water towers, $2.1M for water plant upgrades
BG looking at $3.6M to repair and repaint 2 water towers, $2.1M for water plant upgrades BG Independent News
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