M.U.D. Statement on Walnut Hill Cleanup Grant Application

Metropolitan Utilities District recently held a public meeting regarding its intention to apply for federal funding to offset ratepayer costs and accelerate neighborhood redevelopment. The grant, administered by the Environmental Protection Agency, would be used to demolish three large reservoirs at M.U.D.’s Walnut Hill property near 40th and Hamilton Streets. The grant would fund the removal of those reservoirs, saving M.U.D. ratepayers up to $4 million while opening approximately 8 acres for future development.

During the public meeting, a statement was made regarding demolition of the pump station building. The M.U.D. Board of Directors has not determined the structures along Park Road as surplus and consequently no determination has been made regarding their demolition. Grant dollars will focus on demolition of the reservoirs. 

The M.U.D. Board has long championed historical preservation including taking great steps to ensure its former downtown headquarters would be preserved. If the grant is awarded, the Board looks forward to participating in future discussions involving the site, including the potential future utilization of the pump station building.

M.U.D. is committed to continued public engagement on this project. Comments to be considered as part of the grant application may be submitted on the feedback form available at this link by 11:59 p.m., October 31, 2024.