21 DECEMBER 2025 WorldWide Drilling Resource® www.starironworks.com 257 Caroline Street Punxsutawney, PA 15767 800-927-0560 • 814-427-2555 Fax: 814-427-5164 Serving the Water Well Industry See us at Booth 2212 Groundwater Week 2025 in New Orleans Critical Clean Water Projects in the Village of Menands Adapted from Information by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) Maureen A. Coleman, President and CEO of EFC, announced the commencement of vital drinking water and sewer improvement projects in the Village of Menands, amounting to $12 million. This initiative aims to upgrade aging pipelines to ensure the safety of drinking water and public health, protect the Hudson River, and foster a more resilient community. Funding for these projects comes from a mix of state, federal, and local sources, with nearly $5 million provided in state grants to help keep costs manageable for local residents while creating good-paying jobs in the Capital District. The Wastewater Resiliency Project is to mitigate environmental impacts and adapt to increased rainfall; the Village is set to replace around 10,000 linear feet of aging clay sewer pipes in the South End neighborhood. The enhanced infrastructure will: j Prevent groundwater and stormwater from overwhelming the sewer system j Alleviate pressure on the Albany County North Wastewater Treatment Plant j Reduce occurrence of untreated or partially treated discharges into the Hudson River during storms In parallel, the Village is addressing urgent drinking water infrastructure issues in the same area, where 80- to 90-year-old water mains have become unreliable, leading to frequent breaks and service interruptions. The Village plans to replace approximately 12,500 liner feet of water main and upgrade the interconnection with the Watervliet water system to provide a dependable backup water supply. This modernization will enhance system reliability, lower emergency repair expenses, and ensure a steady supply of clean drinking water for residents. Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy said, “Protecting our residents by making sure they have clean, safe drinking water is vital, and Governor Hochul understands that. Her commitment also recognizes that cost should not be a factor when it comes to safety. I want to thank the Governor, and all the partners at the local, state, and national levels for investing in this modernization of outdated pipes for water and sewer systems in the Village of Menands.” Beyond improving water quality, these projects will also create jobs in construction, manufacturing, engineering, and related industries. Completion of the projects is anticipated in 2027. WTR
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