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(Washington, D.C.) U.S. Representative Mike Ross along with Senators Blanche Lincoln and Mark Pryor, announced Monday that the Chicot-Desha Metropolitan Port Authority has been awarded a $141,600 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Business Enterprise Grant (RBEG) Program.
“The work of the Chicot-Desha Metropolitan Port Authority is vital towards continuing growth and access to the Yellow Bend Port,” Ross said. “This significant federal investment will go a long way toward creating jobs and economic development for the people of Southeast Arkansas and the Delta region.”
"Yellow Bend Port serves a critical role in the transportation of commercial goods throughout our state and region," said Lincoln. "I am pleased that this grant will enable the Chicot-Desha Metropolitan Port Authority to make improvements that will benefit the local economy by allowing easier access to this vital port."
“Yellow Bend Port is one of the most convenient port locations on the inland waterway system and holds great potential for economic development today and in the future,” said Pryor. “This funding is an excellent example of how local, state and federal officials can work together to address the important rural economic needs of Delta region.”
The funds are being provided through the Rural Business Enterprise Grant Program of USDA's Rural Development mission area. The RBEG program provides funding to schools, businesses and local organizations to help them conduct economic development activities, finance business expansions and make infrastructure improvements.
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