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Anokca County M $ NNESOTA PROJECT DESCRIPTION (30-point section) Provide a brief description of the proposed project. Points awarded for 3 key areas: 1) approach/timeline, 2) community need and 3)benefit to Low/Moderate Income persons/household (4000-characters) The proposed project will provide city water main to all properties in the project area.As part of this project,the streets will need to be fully rebuilt. This also allows the city to make drainage improvements for storm water purposes. All of the improvements associated with this project will improve the value of the properties from the position of attractiveness,resale value, and improved safety. The homes in this project area are currently served by shallow wells that are potentially subject to contamination. Residents of these homes do not have the benefit of a safe public water system. They do not receive the benefits of a fluorinated water supply and the intended prevention of tooth decay that is a proven benefit of public water supplies in Minnesota. This project would pay the costs for low and moderate income residents in the City of Centerville to connect to the city's water system. This is a relatively high expense for a resident of modest income. Non-income qualified residents affected would be given the opportunity to connect at their own cost. In addition to the public health benefits,the project will also result in increased hydrant coverage,which will provide better public safety,by making firefighting easier. The new hydrants may also provide a reduction in homeowners'insurance costs. 5 87