Snellville city gets a federal fund boost aimed at shoring up local water infrastructure. As reported by the City of Snellville's website, U.S. Congressman David Scott has successfully landed over a million dollars – to be precise, $1,092,000 – to renovate the Walton Court Booster Station that provides water to approximately 1,750 people in the area.
The much-needed federal cash injection is earmarked for an array of improvements, with the booster station – a facility that has seen better days, teetering on the brink of disrepair after more than four decades of service. Mayor Barbara Bender welcomed the funding, grateful for the fact that "this federal investment will directly benefit residents in Snellville by ensuring more reliable and secure water infrastructure," according to the same City of Snellville announcement.
Snellville’s water facility is set for a major upgrade with new funding aimed at improving both security and infrastructure. Currently protected by just a single-key access door, the site will soon see added security features, including perimeter fencing. The project also includes replacing aging booster pumps, repairing leaking pipes, and upgrading outdated electrical systems as part of a full facility renovation.
However, the funding is not yet guaranteed. It’s included in the Fiscal Year 2026 Federal Appropriations Bill, which still awaits approval from Congress. With the September 30 deadline approaching, Snellville officials remain hopeful but cautious. As the funding is just one part of the broader federal budget, the city's plans depend on the bill being passed later in the fiscal year.
