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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Pete Visclosky today announced that Cedar Lake will receive $495,000 to improve the streetscapes of the town, including sidewalk improvements, lighting, and other projects. The funding is part of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban and Development’s (HUD) Economic Development Initiative program.
“This funding will improve Cedar Lake’s infrastructure, it will help offset the local cost to Cedar Lake, and it is a part of their master plan,” said Visclosky. “I am proud to be a part of this economic development project.
Funding for the project was secured by Visclosky in the Transportation, Treasury, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Bill of 2006. Before the funds could be accessed however, Cedar Lake needed to submit a project application to the (HUD). With the application approved, Cedar Lake will now have access to the funds. |
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