Newbern, an Alabama town 50 miles south of Tuscaloosa, will receive a $1 million federal grant to improve its septic systems, multiple media outlets reported. Faulty septic systems in Newbern have been a public health hazard for years.
Gov. Kay Ivey’s office reported that the grant will cover septic system upgrades for more than 100 households and nine community institutions including the local post office. The project includes septic tanks and pumps, new sewer connections, sewer collection lines and expanded treatment facilities.The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will administer the grant, with funding provided by the U.S. Department of
