Davenport, Durant receive state funds for urban water projects [Video]

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is investing in the future of the state’s water quality.

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will invest in 14 urban water quality projects in communities of all sizes statewide. Naig made the announcement with Davenport city leaders at an event at Goose Creek Park, the location of one of the new water quality projects.

Using funds from the state’s Water Quality Initiative (WQI) and other sources, the department will provide cost-share grants that cover up to 50% of the total cost of each project. The department is investing nearly $3.6 million, leveraging an overall investment of about $10 million across the 14 projects.

“Regardless of whether you live in a big city, a small town or on a family farm, all Iowans can play an active role in conserving and protecting our precious natural resources, including our …