In the 2023 state budget, the town of Princeton received $4,092,000 for water and sewer upgrades, flood mitigation, and community faculties.

“I want to thank Representative Larry Strickland and Senator Benton Sawrey for assisting us in securing the funds for these projects. These funds will go directly to the projects and without the appropriation, the town would have had to use local taxes or borrow funds,” stated Princeton Mayor Don Rains.

The wastewater treatment operation will receive $2,520,000 toward upgrading our sewer operation to increase plant operation by 300,000 gallons per day. The expanded capacity will give Princeton the ability to serve additional residents and businesses. The appropriation will help the town to match any additional grants or low-interest loans to complete the expansion.

Additional funding was needed for the western areas of Princeton for flood mitigation and drainage. In receiving the grant of $1,257,000, Princeton can begin the process of drainage from Eagles Crest Subdivision to Barden Street and Beaver Dam Creek. Funds are currently in place for the southern parts of town and Beaver Dam Creek to Wayne County.

The new Princeton Community Center received $315,000 to assist in underwriting the building construction. The center will be the home of the Princeton Library and Media Center, 2 large meeting rooms, and an amphitheater.

“All of these projects add to the quality of life of the Princeton community by promoting growth, and resiliency by overcoming flooding, and enriching our community by having a premier community center,” stated Mayor Rains.