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FOXX SECURES FUNDS FOR FORSYTH COUNTY INFRASTRUCTURE
Washington, DC,
November 18, 2005
United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she was able to secure several hundred thousand dollars for improvements to infrastructure in Forsyth County. Local leaders have identified these projects as key economic developm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she was able to secure several hundred thousand dollars for improvements to infrastructure in Forsyth County. Local leaders have identified these projects as key economic development priorities for the area. The funding was included in the FY 2006 Transportation, Treasury, HUD, the Judiciary and the District of Columbia Appropriations conference report which passed the House today. “Transportation and infrastructure are key components of my economic development efforts for Forsyth County,” said Rep. Foxx. “That is why I worked so hard with local officials and Congressional leaders to secure these vital funds.” Rep. Foxx was able to obtain: 1. $500,000 for the Northern Beltway Eastern Extension in Winston-Salem. These funds will go toward improving the eastern section from U.S. Highway 52 to Business 40, and the Eastern Extension from Business 40 to U.S. Highway 311. These roadways will become part of the new I-73/74 high priority corridor. 2. $150,000 for renovations to the Central Branch Library. Built in 1952, the facility is over-crowded and unable to accommodate demand for services. A renovated and expanded Central Library will help promote the redevelopment of downtown by providing a wide array of services to the business community, downtown residents and public schools. 3. $250,000 for the Winston-Salem Union Station Intermodal Transportation Facility. This will help expand the bus facility and possibly allow new bus purchases. ### |