Delray Beach Prepares for Groundbreaking of New $300 Million Water Treatment Plant on January 29, 2026

The City of Delray Beach has announced a groundbreaking event set for January 29, 2026, to celebrate the beginning of construction for its new Water Treatment Plant. When completed, the near $300 million project will be the most substantial infrastructure endeavor the city has seen, according to a news release from the city. The plant aims to bring advanced nanofiltration technology that will enhance the drinking water quality for local residents and businesses, ensuring that federal drinking water regulations are not only met but exceeded.

The current treatment facility has weathered more than six decades of use and is due for a replacement. The new state-of-the-art plant is expected to improve water protections, enhance system reliability during emergencies like storms or power outages, and bolster long-term infrastructure resilience. "The provision of safe and reliable drinking water is among the most fundamental responsibilities of local government, and therefore this project represents far more than a construction milestone," City Manager Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM, highlighted in the city's release.

Funding for the project comes from two approved revenue bonds specifically issued for improvements to the water utility, removing the need for additional City funds. CDM Constructors, Inc., has been tapped to deliver the construction through a progressive design-build approach, which facilitates cost certainty and efficiency in managing this complex project. December’s city commission meeting solidified the approval for the next phase of construction, staying on track with the scheduled timeline.

The ground-breaking event will offer media the opportunity to capture visuals, interview city leadership and water utility experts, and obtain B-roll and still photography. Background materials will be made available to provide more insight into the project scope, timeline, and the public benefits it is poised to deliver. Media outlets interested in covering the story are encouraged to RSVP by January 27, 2026, as detailed in the city's announcement.