Capital District Times

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has successfully secured $1,693,000 in funding for a vital Well Water Supply Project in the Town of Poestenkill. The project aims to address the immediate need for safe drinking water for residents and students in the area.

In an official statement, Congresswoman Stefanik expressed her pride in securing the funding, stating, "I am proud to announce that I secured $1,693,000 for a Well Water Supply Project in the Town of Poestenkill in this year’s appropriations process. This funding will be used to create a new water district to address the immediate need to protect the health and safety of more than 670 precious students, school staff, and hundreds of residents in the surrounding area."

Poestenkill Town Supervisor Tom Russell also extended gratitude towards Congresswoman Stefanik, saying, "Congresswoman Stefanik, Poestenkill is MOST appreciative of your efforts to secure $1,693,000.00 in Federal funding to apply towards the creation of Water District #2 which would bring PFOS & PFAS free drinking water to affected Residents and Students & Staff at the Algonquin Middle School.”

The funding secured by Congresswoman Stefanik is crucial for the implementation of Water District #2, which will ensure that residents and students in Poestenkill have access to safe and clean drinking water. This initiative is a significant step towards safeguarding the health and well-being of the community members in the Town of Poestenkill.