The Village of Kendall, in partnership with MSA Professional Services, celebrated the grand opening of the community’s new wastewater treatment facility on Aug. 15.
The project included replacement of the existing treatment facility, originally constructed in 1970, with an extended aeration activated sludge “package” plant at the original site.
The facility also includes a new control building to house a new mechanical fine screen; chemical storage and chemical feed equipment for phosphorus removal, laboratory and office space; garage space for truck/equipment storage and washing, a new ultraviolet-light disinfection system; supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system; and conversion of the existing wastewater treatment facility structure to a sludge storage tank.
Additional work included extensive improvements to the collection system, including replacement and lining of about 75 percent of the sewer pipe to reduce inflow and infiltration of clear water into the system.
MSA assisted with the design of a comprehensive plan for the wastewater treatment plant to address existing issues, future effluent limits and help secure project funding. A $30,000 Special Evaluation Assistance for Rural Communities and Households (SEARCH) grant from USDA-Rural Development helped the village pay for the facility planning efforts. A combination of principal forgiveness, grants and low-interest loans from both USDA-Rural Development and the DNR Clean Water Fund Hardship Assistance Program funded the $7.4 million project. USDA Rural Development also provided funds for Kendall Public Library improvements and a new fire engine.
Village President Richard Martin, trustees and residents were joined by state Rep. Tony Kurtz, ambassadors from U.S. Sens. Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin’s offices, USDA Rural Development officials and MSA for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 15. The ribbon cutting was followed by a community cookout and tours of the new facility.
MSA noted, “Special recognition is given to Lynne Hanson, outgoing village clerk, for her critical role in the administration of the project.”
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