May 8, 2012

GOV. MALLOY ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL STEAP GRANTS

Municipalities Will Make Infrastructure Improvements

(HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that Fairfield, East Windsor, North Branford, North Haven, Somers, Thompson, Westport, and Willington will receive Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) awards for infrastructure improvement projects.

"These grants represent the important partnership between our towns and state government," said Governor Malloy. "As we work to reinvent Connecticut, supporting local projects that improve centers of commerce, town facilities, and schools will make us a stronger, more competitive state, all while improving the quality of life for residents."

The State Bond Commission allocated $20 million for 2012 STEAP grants in September 2011, with the first awards coming in December 2011. Grants are awarded to small towns across the state in part due to their impact on overall regional economic development.

PROJECT BY TOWN:

Fairfield-$100,000
Fairfield will construct beach access for people with disabilities.

East Windsor-$50,000
East Windsor will replace sidewalks at Broad Brook Elementary School

North Branford-$350,000
North Branford will relocate a little league field.

North Haven-$50,000
North Haven will design and construct a new playground at Montowese Elementary School.

Somers-$85,000
Somers will pave the town hall parking lot.

Thompson-$65,000
Thompson will construct a social services building.

Westport-$300,000
Westport will receive funding for the Saugatuck Congregate Housing.

Willington-$400,000
Willington will reconstruct Turnpike Road and make drainage improvements.

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For Immediate Release: May 8, 2012

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