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Missoula County is seeking an EPA grant to address infrastructure needs in Wye, anticipating growth of thousands of housing units over the next decade. The planning department submitted a letter of interest to the EPA under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act, with a response expected this spring.

The Wye Infrastructure Plan aims for 15,000 new homes and 7.7 million square feet of industrial space over 50 years, necessitating a public wastewater treatment facility to support growth. The private sector, including Grass Valley Industrial, is also developing a water system for the area, with $5.3 million in tax increment financing approved by the county.