Infrastructure

EDA: $748,500 Invested to Improve Wastewater Infrastructure in Prattsburgh, NY

 Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $748,500 grant to the town of Prattsburgh, New York, to make critical wastewater improvements needed to support growth in the city’s downtown business district. The EDA grant will be matched with $748,500 in federal and local funds. “Supporting our communities as they…

EDA: $6.4 Million Invested to Increase Water and Sewer Capacity Near Opportunity Zone in Yankton, SD

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $6.4 million grant to the city of Yankton, South Dakota, to make necessary water and sewer infrastructure improvements to increase capacity for businesses and promote resiliency following flood damage in 2019. The EDA grant, to be located…

EDA: $1.5 Million Invested to Make Critical Infrastructure Improvements in Johnston County, NC

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.5 million grant to Johnston County, North Carolina, to make critical water infrastructure improvements needed to serve a major regional distribution center. The EDA grant, to be matched with $1.5 million in local investment, is expected to…

EDA: $1.5 Million Invested to Improve Internet Bandwidth for Businesses in Corning, NY Opportunity Zones

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.5 million grant to Southern Tier Network, Inc. in Corning, New York, to install approximately 83 miles of high-speed dark fiber-optic cable to support businesses in six counties. The EDA grant, to be located near 11 Opportunity Zones,…

EDA: $2.5 Million Invested to Improve Critical Commercial Roadway in Hidalgo, TX Opportunity Zone

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2.5 million grant to the city of Hidalgo, Texas, to make critical roadway and drainage repairs needed to improve Produce Road, a major trade gateway. The EDA grant, to be located in a Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Opportunity…

EDA: $1.3 Million Invested to Improve Water Infrastructure in Odessa, WA Opportunity Zone

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.3 million grant to the town of Odessa, Washington, to make critical water infrastructure improvements to support the community and its businesses. The EDA grant, to be located in an Opportunity Zone, will be matched with $326,401 in…

EDA: $3 Million Invested to Provide Critical Infrastructure Improvements in Tulsa County, OK Opportunity Zone

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $3 million grant to Tulsa County, Oklahoma, to improve critical infrastructure needed to protect businesses from flood damage. The EDA grant, which is located in a Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Opportunity Zone, will be matched with $750,000 in…

EDA: $4.5 Million Invested to Convert Former Naval Station Roosevelt Roads to Commercial Use in Puerto Rico

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $4.5 million grant to the Local Redevelopment Authority for Roosevelt Roads, San Juan, Puerto Rico, to rehabilitate a building and make other infrastructure improvements on former Naval Station Roosevelt Roads. The EDA grant will support early-stage businesses…

EDA: $1.57 Million Invested to Provide Critical Water Services in Piedmont, WV

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding $1.57 million grant to the city of Piedmont, West Virginia, to provide critical water service to address an emergency water supply loss due to a local water treatment plant closure. The EDA grant, to be matched with $394,130…

EDA: $1.2 Million Invested to Provide Critical Infrastructure in Ashley, IN

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.2 million grant to the town of Ashley, Indiana, to extend water and sewer access for a major plastics recycling company and to provide opportunities for further industrial and commercial development. The EDA grant, to be matched…