Water quality issues may haunt large buildings
Large facilities such as hospitals can be prone to water issues caused by disuse. Preventative maintenance measures can stop these issues from occuring. …
The rural American economy: A time for hope?
For more than two decades now we have read and heard countless articles, books, podcasts and more heralding the death of America’s rural communities. All of this media coverage left little room for…
Addressing staff turnover, billing issues helps Wisconsin village utility system
The Village of Lake Nebagamon in Wisconsin is back on the right path after hitting a few bumps in the road. How they got back on track is a story about what happens when a dedicated town and RCAP staff come together to work on and solve issues in a community.…
Federal loans available for water well improvements
Low-interest loans are currently available via the Household Water Well Program for rural residents in need of water well improvements. Through the Great Lakes Rural Community Assistance Program (RCAP), residents may borrow up to $11,000 for improvements to water wells and in-home water treatment systems. Loans carry an interest rate of 1 percent; loan maturity may not exceed 20 years and depends on the borrower’s repayment ability.…