LEETONIA, Ohio - The Village of Leetonia will be receiving over $159,000 for a waterline project that would provide better water pressure for some residents.

According to a press release from the Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA), the village will receive a total of $159,04.54 at 1.52% for 15 years for the construction of a 1,600-foot waterline.

The waterline will be constructed along Cherry Fork, Wilson and Home Avenues in order to increase water pressure in the area.

This funding is part of $38.1 million from OWDA awarded through low interest loans to various Ohio communities to improve wastewater and drinking water infrastructure and improve water quality for Ohioans.