Caribou Utilities District board accepts low bid for water‑main project pending package review The board moved to accept Soderbergh Construction’s low bid of $1,472,000 for a water‑main replacement project, pending administrative review by the district’s engineer; members said grant funding and principal forgiveness will reduce the borrowing need.

The Caribou Utilities District is set to move forward with a crucial water-main replacement project after accepting a low bid of $1,472,000, but what's next for this major undertaking?

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Trustees discuss communications upgrades, cybersecurity risks and small CDC grants for site protection Staff reported a communications contract to clean up wiring and reduce monthly bills, plans to add Internet and cameras at Grimes and SCADA access, and trustees discussed cybersecurity threats to utility systems; small CDC source-protection grants (~$10,000) were highlighted as a possible funding source for cameras or fencing.

Trustees are taking action to upgrade communications and tackle cybersecurity threats, potentially saving $500 a month while enhancing safety at the Grimes site.

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State Funds Secured for River Crossing and Drinking Water Projects Officials confirm state funding for river crossing and drinking water initiatives is progressing.

Caribou is making strides in securing state funding for crucial drinking water projects, but will they overcome the hurdles of federal funding limitations?

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Maine Water Department Secures Funding Approval for Wastewater Projects and FEMA Generator Maine Water Department submits application for wastewater projects and awaits FEMA grant response.

Caribou officials are gearing up for major upgrades to the city's water and wastewater systems, with crucial funding on the horizon and a new piece of equipment set to arrive soon!

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