February 2025

New project requests are being accepted for the 2026 Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loan Forgiveness cycle! Communities can receive up to $1.5 million* in loan forgiveness for eligible wastewater and stormwater projects.

This funding is provided to help improve water systems while protecting public health and the environment. Eligible projects include:
✔️ Planning and design for future construction
✔️ Upgrading wastewater treatment
✔️ Repairing sewer systems
✔️ Adding green infrastructure
✔️ Reducing pollution

Don’t miss your chance to apply and make the most of this funding opportunity.

Submit your Project Priority List Request and all supporting documents by March 14, 2025 at 5 PM CST.

For more details, explore the resources below and visit our website.

Revisit our recent webinar where the Financial Assistance Division shares tips for successfully navigating the 2026 CWSRF Loan Forgiveness cycle.

Want to learn more about the CWSRF Loan Forgiveness?  Access the 2026 CWSRF Loan Forgiveness Guide.

*The maximum loan forgiveness amount may change without notice, depending on available funds.

Have more questions or need additional assistance? 

Email our team at FAD@owrb.ok.gov.

We greatly value your partnership and sincerely appreciate the trust you’ve placed in our team to support the growth and success of your communities.

We look forward to continuing our collaboration and working together to achieve your infrastructure goals.

Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loans

Grove Municipal Services Authority -Total Approved Funds: $1,000,000

Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Loans

Midwest City Municipal Authority -Total Approved Funds: $219,000 with $219,000 in loan forgiveness 

Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust - Total Approved Funds: $2,500,000 with $1,250,000 in loan forgiveness 

Salina Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $950,000 with $950,000 in loan forgiveness 

Financial Assistance Program Loans

Piedmont Municipal Authority -Total Approved Funds: $22,650,000

Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP) Grants

Carney Public Utilities Authority -Total Approved Funds: $99,999

Harper County Rural Water District No. 1 - Total Approved Funds: $88,246

Osage County Rural Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste Management District No. 3 -Total Approved Funds: $99,999

Kiowa Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,999

Geronimo Public Works Authority -Total Approved Funds: $144,925

Cashion Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $99,999

Bernice Public Works Authority -Total Approved Funds: $85,168

Emergency Grant

Pawhuska Public Works Authority - Total Approved Funds: $55,000 

American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grants

City of Coweta - Total Approved Funds: $128,000 to be matched with $128,000 from the Muscogee Creek Nation

Free Mapping for Small Systems

Apply now for the SFY 2025 Water System Infrastructure Mapping Program. Eligible small systems can map critical infrastructure to improve planning, emergency response, and sustainability.

Applications are still being accepted—start building a stronger future today!

Emergency Grant Funds Available

The OWRB has Emergency Grants up to $100,000* available to help communities repair and recover from unforeseen events. 

Eligible Projects Include: 

• Water supply reservoirs
• Storage tanks
• Water supply treatment and distribution systems
• Wastewater collection and treatment systems

For questions or to determine your eligibility for an Emergency Grant, please reach out to Kretchen Olmeda, Projects and Operations Manager, at 405.530.8837 or kretchen.olmeda@owrb.ok.gov. 

*Emergency Grants require a 15% local match of the total project cost. Each project is eligible for a maximum of $100,000 per fiscal year. Grant funding may be available for emergencies that could not have been avoided with reasonable care and cannot be reasonably financed without OWRB assistance.