Funding repairs to Protect Drinking Water and Public Safety
From the Office of Congressman Nick Langworthy,
WASHINGTON, D.C.—January 12, 2026…Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced that he has secured $1 million in federal funding for the City of Olean’s Water Filtration Plant Exterior Wall Reconstruction Project, a critical investment included in the House-passed appropriations package now moving through Congress.
This funding will be used to repair and restore the exterior walls of Olean’s water filtration plant and replace critical filter media, ensuring the facility can continue providing safe, reliable drinking water to residents and businesses throughout the region.
“Our water infrastructure is something we can’t afford to neglect,” said Congressman Nick Langworthy. “This $1 million investment will help prevent serious structural failures at Olean’s water filtration plant, protect public health, and ensure reliable water service for families, hospitals, schools, and businesses who depend on it every day.”
City officials have warned that deteriorating exterior walls and aging filtration components pose a growing risk to the plant’s long-term operation. Without timely repairs, structural failures could disrupt potable water service and compromise fire protection capabilities, creating serious public safety concerns.
Congressman Langworthy concluded, “Bringing federal resources home to the Southern Tier will always be one of my top priorities. By making these repairs now, we are extending the life of the facility, avoiding far more costly emergencies down the road, and ensuring Olean’s water system remains strong and dependable for years to come.”
The funding will help stabilize the plant’s structure, modernize key filtration elements, and safeguard one of the community’s most essential pieces of infrastructure.
