Galena Gets Loan To Construct New Water Main

The City of Galena has received a nearly $1.6 million loan for the construction of a new water main. The loan from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency comes with a principal forgiveness of $800,000. The city plans to replace deteriorating water main infrastructure throughout the city, starting with the east portion of town. Reports say the improved infrastructure will reduce water main breaks, along with increasing water pressure and quality.