WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Congressman Dan Boren today announced the selection of the City of Coalgate as the recipient of an $87,020 federal grant made possible by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, or stimulus package.
“I am pleased this funding is coming to Coalgate. I know these resources will greatly assist them with community projects and services. I voted for the stimulus because it was a short-term, one-time injection of funds that will provide critical infrastructure improvements, enhance community services and programs, expand educational opportunities, and grant tax relief, while saving and creating jobs,” Boren said.
The grant to the City of Coalgate is part of $58.1 million in federal funding announced today for 104 community projects across the nation.
The funding announced today is being provided through USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities program, which helps finance essential community facilities for public use in rural areas. These facilities include child care centers, hospitals, medical clinics, assisted-living facilities, fire and rescue stations, police stations, community centers, public buildings and transportation. Through this program, USDA ensures that such facilities are available to all rural residents. Local governments, non-profit organizations, and recognized Indian tribes are eligible to apply for funding.
Funding of individual recipients is contingent upon their meeting the terms of the loan or grant agreement. More information about USDA Rural Development can be found at www.rurdev.usda.gov. More information about USDA’s Recovery Act efforts is available at www.usda.gov/recovery. More information about the Federal government's efforts on the Recovery Act is available at www.recovery.gov.
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