Clean Water, New Jobs Headed to Norwich

NORWICH, CT - State Representatives Kevin Ryan (Democrat-Norwich, Montville, Bozrah) and Emmett Riley (Democrat-Norwich) said Friday that Norwich Public Utilities now has the funds to improve its water treatment plants.

Atlantic City Linen Supply will also be getting a loan to assist with the purchase of equipment and machinery, according to a release. Governor Malloy and the State Bond Commission today approved a $5,000,000 grant-in-aid package for the utility and a $610,000 loan to Atlantic City Linen. (To sign up for Norwich breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

“Upgrades to the Stoney Brook and Deep River treatment plants will assure that we have clean water and a clean environment,” Ryan said in a release. “I’m glad Norwich Public Utilities is getting this help for vital water systems...access to clean and safe drinking water is essential for our daily lives. Updating and maintaining treatment plants is a critical component to keeping our water systems in top shape.”

The grant will also help the utility upgrade the Occum Storage Tank, rehabilitate water mains and extend a connection to the Sprague public water system.

“As the State and many communities continue to navigate through a challenging budget environment, the need for regional partnerships becomes more evident,” NPU General Manager John Bilda said in a release. “The partnership between Sprague and Norwich will have significant benefits for both communities and the region in the years to come.”

In addition to new equipment and machinery, Atlantic City Linen will add 23 jobs to its current workforce of 135.

“The additional jobs at Atlantic City will boost the economy," Ryan said, "and help to secure the company’s future in Norwich.”

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