Yankton Discusses Options For Wastewater Treatment Plant

Yankton Discusses Options For Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Yankton City Commission Monday night discussed the pros and cons of either rehabilitating the current wastewater treatment plant or constructing a brand new one.

With the possibility of federal infrastructure funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the topic of conversation has become a priority for the city of Yankton.

Yankton Environmental Services Director Kyle Goodmanson says some decisions on the plant need to be decided sooner rather than later…

Goodmanson says the city needs to get the best plan in place to take advantage of any possible ARPA funds…

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on the topic December 13th to further discuss the city’s application to the state for wastewater improvements. Yankton residents are highly encouraged to share their thoughts to the commissioners at this meeting.