Community Project Funding
Community project funding provides federal support for initiatives that will provide a direct benefit to local governments and non-profit organizations. All funding follows strict guidelines for inclusion in federal appropriations legislation.
The Rules of the House of Representatives require each Member to certify that neither they nor their immediate family have a financial interest in any community project funding requests. Congressman Comer’s certification letters, background information, and letters of support from local and state elected leaders for each project are below.
Fiscal Year 2026 Projects
Project Name: Adairville Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project
Project Recipient: City of Adairville
Address of the Recipient: P.O. Box 185, Adairville, Kentucky 42202
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: The City of Adairville is initiating a project to modernize its wastewater treatment plant for enhanced efficiency and compliance. The project includes replacing blowers, improving headworks, rehabilitating aeration basins, constructing a new basin, upgrading pump stations, replacing aeration equipment, adding aeration headers, and improving sludge drying beds. Additionally, the city will install high-efficiency motors, SCADA, and VFDs, cybersecurity bolstering mediums on their network, and upgrade lighting. The project extends to rehabilitating the North lift station near Old Russellville Loop with energy-efficient pumps, VFDs, and SCADA for improved performance. These upgrades aim to ensure compliance and optimize treatment processes. Funding this project would rehabilitate a critical utility and mitigate the adverse impact on both the city and the community.
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Project Name: Campbellsville University School of Business, Economics and Technology Building Project
Project Recipient: Campbellsville University
Address of the Recipient: 1 University Drive, UPO 784, Campbellsville, Kentucky, 42718
Amount Requested: $3,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: Campbellsville University (CU) seeks funding for the construction of a premier academic building on the main campus in Campbellsville, Kentucky. The new building will house the CU School of Business, Economics and Technology. The facility will feature collaborative workspaces, an institute for economic development in partnership with local workforce and economic development organizations, a lecture and meeting space for the local community, a virtual learning lab equipped with VR, AR, and robotics tools, as well as a free enterprise and small business incubator.
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Project Name: Eddyville Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Project
Project Recipient: City of Eddyville
Address of the Recipient: P.O. Box 744, Eddyville, Kentucky 42038
Amount Requested: $5,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: On January 6, 2025, the City of Eddyville Sewer Treatment Plant had a catastrophic failure to the Sequential Batch Reactor Tank. In addition to a statewide Emergency Declaration due to weather, local declarations of emergency were issued by both the City and the County. As a result of the failure, the City lost its sole capacity to treat municipal wastewater, forcing an immediate transition to temporary emergency measures that are costly, unsustainable, and not intended for long-term operation. Phase I emergency operations have placed a substantial financial strain on the City through the rental of treatment system units, labor-intensive maintenance, and increased regulatory oversight. Phase II is essential to restore and modernize Eddyville’s wastewater treatment capabilities through the planning, design, and construction of a new, permanent facility. The proposed project includes comprehensive improvements that will not only restore wastewater treatment operations but also ensure environmental compliance, protect public health, and support future growth in the City and surrounding region.
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Project Name: Frankfort Riverbank Stabilization Project
Project Recipient: City of Frankfort
Address of the Recipient: 315 West 2nd Street, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Amount Requested: $6,678,416
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: The City of Frankfort seeks funding to support critical downtown bank stabilization efforts. Founded on the banks of one of the many S-curves along the Kentucky River, Frankfort's location and low-lying floodplains make the city susceptible to flooding. The community is now experiencing more frequent and more intense flooding events, including a Major Disaster Declaration due to flooding from the Kentucky River on April 24, 2025. Over the years, Frankfort has invested in multiple mitigation solutions to stabilize the riverbank, including rip rap, concrete blocks, and retaining walls. Recurring flooding events are removing/weakening these resiliency measures. Federal dollars will help Frankfort to harden its flood protection infrastructure.
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Project Name: Franklin County Fiscal Court Package Treatment Plant Decommissioning Project
Project Recipient: Franklin County Fiscal Court
Address of the Recipient: 321 W. Main Street, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Amount Requested: $6,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: The Franklin County Fiscal Court and local sanitation district acquired ownership of six previously private wastewater systems that were plagued by decades of poor performance, frequent violations, and ongoing compliance issues. In an effort to provide safe, reliable sanitary sewer service to its residents, the District is proposing the design and construction of a new interceptor sewer system. This system will eliminate six outdated and potentially failing package wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) that currently serve the Coolbrook, Edgewood, Farmdale, Farmgate, Meadowbrook, and Edgewood Subdivisions. Wastewater from these areas will be collected and conveyed to a single large pump station, which will then transport the flow to the City of Frankfort’s municipal wastewater treatment system. The project will benefit approximately 834 customers and includes the installation of approximately 13,800 linear feet of gravity sewer, 38,000 linear feet of force main, four pump stations, and a two-million-gallon wet weather detention basin. It also includes the full decommissioning of six existing package WWTPs. These facilities are well beyond their intended lifespan and continue to present serious challenges in terms of maintenance, operations, and regulatory compliance. The lack of a centralized, dependable sewer system has also limited residential and economic growth in southern Franklin County. The completion of this project will resolve long-standing infrastructure deficiencies and serve as a vital foundation for future development throughout the region.
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Project Name: Henderson Water Utility Raw Water Intake and Pipeline Project
Project Recipient: Henderson Water Utility
Address of the Recipient: 111 Fifth Street, Henderson, Kentucky 42420
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: This project will upgrade an existing raw water intake on the Green River and construct 6,000 feet of 24-inch pipeline to the South Water Treatment Plant. The plant supplies treated water to a large Tyson Foods facility, the City of Sebree, Beech Grove, Columbia Sportswear Distribution, AMG Aluminum, and 15,000 residential customers. Located at the former Big Rivers Generating facility, it will be retrofitted with energy-efficient pumps, VFDs, and electrical components meeting current and future demand. The pipeline improves reliability, includes emergency bypasses, and ties into two power sources. Intake upgrades will save $4 million over the new construction alternative.
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Project Name: Madisonville West Side Lift Station Project
Project Recipient: City of Madisonville
Address of the Recipient: 67 N. Main Street, Madisonville, Kentucky 42431
Amount Requested: $1,816,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: These upgrades to the City of Madisonville’s sewer infrastructure will enhance the overall efficiency, capacity, and reliability of the municipal wastewater collection system. Together, these improvements will enhance the city’s ability to manage wastewater in a rapidly developing area along Interstate 69, reduce the likelihood of system failure, and support long-term compliance with the Clean Water Act by ensuring proper conveyance and treatment of municipal and industrial wastewater. Phase 3 includes the installation of a new 4,000 linear foot 12-inch force main and a 750 linear foot 12-inch gravity sewer line, which will divert flow from the existing Hospital and Railroad Lift Stations directly to the Noel Avenue Sewer Interceptor. Phase 4 further contributes to these objectives by eliminating the aging Martin Mall Lift Station and constructing a new, more strategically located KYTC Lift Station.
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Project Name: Paducah McCracken County Joint Sewer Agency – Sludge Dewatering Project
Project Recipient: Paducah McCracken County Joint Sewer Agency
Address of the Recipient: 621 Northview Street, Paducah, Kentucky 42001
Amount Requested: $9,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: The project consists of the replacement of the Paducah WWTP Dewatering Building, which has exceeded its service life. New screw presses, disk thickener, conveyance system for loading sludge, as well as other related equipment are to be replaced. The new disk filter and screw press will require substantially less maintenance, reduce the overall sludge volume generated by the plant, and provide for a safer environment for JSA employees. Upgrading to more modern, efficient equipment will provide for a reduction in overall operational costs which will directly benefit JSA ratepayers.
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Project Name: South Hopkins Water District Waterline Replacement and Administration and Maintenance Building
Project Recipient: South Hopkins Water District
Address of the Recipient: P.O. Box 487, Dawson Springs, Kentucky 42408
Amount Requested: $23,216,240
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: This project will allow South Hopkins Water District to standardize various diameter water mains to modern 8- or 12-inch PVC piping with stainless steel fittings, which will greatly improve system reliability and simplify future maintenance. Upgrades to pump stations along US62 and KY112, along with the replacement of 3,100 customer meters and 4 master meters with Automated Meter Reading (AMR) technology, will enhance operational efficiency and accuracy. Additionally, the construction of a new Administrative Office and Maintenance Garage will provide the physical infrastructure needed to support the upgraded system and the utility workforce. This project will ensure consistent service, reduce maintenance costs, improve water loss control, and support future economic development. By proactively replacing aging infrastructure, the project also reinforces our region’s commitment to public health, environmental compliance, and sustainability. This comprehensive project represents a significant investment in the long-term health, safety, and economic vitality of our community and the surrounding region.
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Project Name: Todd County Public Safety – Joint Emergency Services Center Project
Project Recipient: Todd County Fiscal Court
Address of the Recipient: PO Box 355, Elkton, KY 42220
Amount Requested: $5,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: Todd County faces increasing demands for emergency services due to a rural population, natural disaster risks, and public safety challenges. The current facilities housing emergency response agencies are outdated and lack the necessary infrastructure to support efficient operations. A centralized Public Safety Center will allow for enhanced communication, improved response times, and a streamlined approach to disaster preparedness and management. By consolidating emergency services, the county can optimize resource utilization and provide a more effective and coordinated approach to emergency response efforts.
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Project Name: Trigg County Hospital Emergency Building Project
Project Recipient: Trigg County Hospital
Address of the Recipient: 254 Main Street, Cadiz, Kentucky 42211
Amount Requested: $4,000,000
Link to financial disclosure/federal nexus letter
Link to letters of support from elected officials
Project summary: The existing Trigg County Emergency/Ambulance Building is over 30 years old, undersized, outdated, and in need of separate, private spaces for men and women. The new facility would include six bedrooms, men’s and women’s locker rooms, a training room, three offices, a kitchen and dining area and a six-bay ambulance garage. Trigg County is home to Lake Barkley, Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, a large farming community, and a portion of Interstate 24, which has been listed as the fifth most dangerous interstate in the country. The community borders the Fort Campbell Army base and Trigg County is often used by the U.S. Army for training exercises. The ambulance service will be increasing from two crews to three crews that operate 24 hours a day to meet the community demand. A new building will allow Trigg County Hospital to properly house their employees, equipment, and ambulances. In addition, the building will provide a training room where the staff can conduct educational sessions and stay informed on the most up to date emergency medical technology and techniques.