ICYMI: Congresswoman Schrier, Covington Community Celebrate Federal Funding to Improve Local Water Reservoir

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) recently visited water storage tanks in Covington with local leaders to celebrate federal funding she was able to secure for the Covington Water District Reservoir Construction Project.

"Water infrastructure is quite literally a life and death issue, whether from a health or a firefighting perspective. That's why making sure Covington's water tanks are earthquake resilient is so important," said Congresswoman Schrier. "I am committed to bringing federal tax dollars home for projects like this one that will ensure reliable access to drinking water and bring peace of mind to the people of Covington."

A study of Covington's reservoir concluded that the current water tanks would likely be unusable or even destroyed in an earthquake, potentially preventing residents from accessing water and disrupting the local economy. To address this issue, Congresswoman Schrier secured $1,092,000 to replace the tanks with an improved 5.7 million-gallon reservoir through FY 2026 Community Project Funding (CPF) requests in Congress.

"This funding is more than a project - it's an investment in stability, growth, and opportunity," said Covington Chamber CEO Dana Neuts. "It ensures our businesses can continue to operate efficiently today while also supporting stable infrastructure, future development, and a thriving economy."

"The Covington Water District's mission for access to safe, clean, reliable drinking water is the backbone of a healthy community. Representative Schrier's efforts to secure the necessary resources for these vital systems do not go unnoticed," said Covington Water District General Manager Thomas Keown. "By prioritizing investments in our infrastructure, she is directly contributing to the long-term sustainability and resilience of all communities in Washington's Eighth Congressional District."

Congresswoman Schrier's visit showcased the importance of improving the current infrastructure to ensure that Covington residents and the surrounding areas have access to a safe and stable water storage system. This Congress, Congresswoman Schrier also secured funding for local water infrastructure projects in Carbonado, Wilkeson, and Darrington.

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