U.S. Representative Jennifer A. Kiggans said on April 18 that federal resources are being directed to modernize wastewater infrastructure serving public facilities on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.
The funding aims to address longstanding challenges with aging septic and wastewater systems in Northampton County, which have faced issues from high water tables and coastal conditions, according to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. Many older installations in the region have surpassed their design life and require modernization to protect public health and maintain compliance with Chesapeake Bay nutrient reduction standards. Such upgrades support thoughtful community growth while preserving local water quality.
Kiggans said, “I was proud to join Northampton County officials for the presentation of $1.3 million in Community Project Funding to support the Community Center Septic System Project. This investment will replace the county’s outdated wastewater disposal system with a modern onsite sewage system that will serve both the Community Center and the Northampton County Public Schools Administration Building. This is an important step toward strengthening local infrastructure, and I look forward to the lasting impact it will have for Northampton County residents,” according to her social media post.
In her social media post, Rep. Jen Kiggans addressed the presentation of Community Project Funding for the Northampton County Community Center Septic System Project as reported in the congressional update from Machipongo. The event brought together county administrators, board of supervisors members, and school leadership to recognize the collaborative effort that secured the federal investment for local facility upgrades according to her statement.
Community Project Funding enables members of Congress to target resources for specific local infrastructure needs including water and wastewater improvements across districts. These allocations address critical gaps in public facilities and help communities meet regulatory requirements for safe and reliable services. Targeted investments like this one contribute to long-term stability for rural and coastal areas according to Kiggans’ office.
Kiggans has served in Congress representing Virginia’s 2nd District since 2023 after previously serving in the Virginia Senate from 2020 to 2022 according to her official biography. She continues to focus on issues affecting small communities and infrastructure needs in her district.
