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The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced a $1.5 million grant to Conway, Arkansas, for water and sewer infrastructure improvements, with the local community matching this with $2.1 million. This grant is aimed at supporting manufacturing business growth in the Conway Industrial Park, improving fire flow for city residents, and facilitating other redevelopment projects. The funding is expected to contribute to sustainable regional economic growth, create jobs, and enhance public safety in the rapidly growing city.
The U.S. Department of Commerce, led by Secretary Gina Raimondo, announced that the Economic Development Administration (EDA) is providing a $1.5 million grant to Conway, Arkansas. This grant is designated for the construction of water and sewer infrastructure improvements in the city.
The investment aims to boost manufacturing business growth at Conway Industrial Park, enhance fire flow for city residents, and support additional redevelopment projects. The EDA’s financial commitment will be complemented by $2.1 million in local funds.
“The Biden-Harris Administration is dedicated to help make communities in Arkansas and across the country stronger and more resilient,” said Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. “This EDA investment will support major upgrades to Conway’s water and sewer infrastructure, providing the foundation for sustainable regional economic growth.”
“The Economic Development Administration works closely with communities to support locally led economic development,” said Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development Alejandra Y. Castillo. “This project will support business growth and public safety, creating jobs and strengthening the regional economy.”
“Economic growth is not possible without adequate infrastructure and visionary leadership. Conway has consistently done an excellent job providing both to advance opportunities that benefit the community and region,” said Senator John Boozman. “I’m pleased this investment will expand that potential, spur business development and enhance water systems by partnering with the city and private industry.”
“I am pleased that the Economic Development Administration (EDA) is supporting economic development in Conway, Arkansas,” said Representative French Hill (AR-02). “As the fastest growing city in the state, EDA’s investment in Conway will support important water and sewer infrastructure projects, further bolstering economic growth and creating jobs in the Conway community.”
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