Waynesboro Receives $1 Million Federal Grant

Funds will go towards improving the city's sewer infrastructure.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

The City of Waynesboro, Georgia has been awarded a $1 million federal grant to upgrade its sewer infrastructure. The grant was announced this week by U.S. Senator John Ossoff, who noted that the funding came from bipartisan legislation passed in January.

Why it matters

Aging sewer systems are a major challenge for many municipalities, and this grant will help Waynesboro make critical improvements to its infrastructure. Upgrading sewer systems can improve public health, environmental protection, and economic development in the local community.

The details

The $1 million in federal funds will be used by the City of Waynesboro to modernize and repair its sewer network. This includes replacing outdated pipes, upgrading treatment facilities, and expanding capacity to handle increased demand.

  • The grant was announced by U.S. Senator John Ossoff on February 25, 2026.
  • The federal funding legislation that enabled this grant was passed on January 23, 2026.

The players

John Ossoff

U.S. Senator representing Georgia, who announced the $1 million grant for Waynesboro.

City of Waynesboro

The municipality in Georgia that will receive and use the $1 million federal grant to improve its sewer infrastructure.

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What they’re saying

“Republicans and Democrats were brought together to improve sewer infrastructure in Waynesboro. These Federal resources will help the city make critical upgrades.”

— John Ossoff, U.S. Senator (The True Citizen)

What’s next

The City of Waynesboro will begin planning and implementing the sewer infrastructure improvements in the coming months, using the $1 million federal grant.

The takeaway

This grant demonstrates how bipartisan cooperation in Congress can deliver real benefits to local communities, helping them address critical infrastructure needs and improve public services.