Many of us who have attended the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds know that they have an issue with their old and decrepit water system. Pipes are breaking, and repairs arre not enough, they need something more. They need a replacement of all their pipes.
Commissioner Dr. Lindsey Pollock is looking into improving the infrastructure throughout the county. She understands the need for water banks, she knows the water systems or lines need to be updated, especially those over 100 years old.
"Lewis County Commissioners continue to work on how they will distribute American Rescue Plan Act funds," Pollock said. "At the May 20 meeting, the BOCC allocated $1 million towards replacement of the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds water system. The project joins other infrastructure projects, including a $4.5 million project for Public Safety Radio system and $3 million for Vader Water System pipe replacements."
Pollock continued, "The Fairground water system was having issues with leakage and broken pipes back in the 1980s when I was participating in 4-H events. It's long overdue for replacement. This project will save money, and improve the experience of all of our Fairgrounds participants."
What a great upgrade, several thousands of people a year come to visit our fairgrounds and this will show them we are working to upgrade Lewis County for the future. Learn more about the fairgrounds at: https://www.loc8nearme.com/washington/chehalis/southwest-washington-fairgrounds/4856765/