Congressman Aderholt Announces $249,750 ARC Grant for Sewer Package Plant Rehabilitation in Guin

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today announced that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has approved a grant of $249,750 to the City of Guin for the Sewer Package Plant Rehabilitation Project.

“I’m proud to announce this important investment in Guin’s infrastructure,” said Aderholt. “Reliable sewer systems are critical to protecting public health, supporting economic development, and ensuring that our communities can continue to grow. This project will help modernize an aging facility, prevent future system failures, and ensure that Guin’s residents and businesses have dependable wastewater services for years to come.”

The project will rehabilitate an existing sewer package plant to maintain wastewater service, ensure regulatory compliance, and support future development. Planned work includes installation of a temporary processing plant, removal of outdated components, drainage, cleaning, sandblasting, and painting, as well as the installation of new pumps, blowers, air piping, diffusers, control boxes, and related equipment. The temporary processing plant will be removed once the updated facility becomes operational.

ARC funds will specifically replace approximately 150 linear feet of liquid piping and 250 linear feet of hot air piping, improving reliability for two local businesses served by the rehabilitated plant.

In addition to the federal ARC funds, the City of Guin will contribute $249,750 in local matching funds, bringing the total project cost to $499,500.

“The Appalachian Regional Commission continues to be a great partner in improving infrastructure across Alabama’s Fourth District,” Aderholt added. “These investments help small towns like Guin strengthen their communities, create opportunities, and lay the foundation for future growth.”