The US Department of Agriculture announced investments totaling $1 Billion to improve community infrastructure in rural communities. The projects include loans, grants and a combination of both. The funding will increase access to health care, education, and public safety while spurring community development and building sound infrastructure for people living in rural communities
The recipients in the local areas include:
Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant
Carrollton Leasing Assn, Inc. Loan of $159,300 and Grant of $85,700
Community Facilities Disaster Grant
City of Laclede Grant of $39,650
Carrollton R-VII School Dist. Grant of $50,100
Community Facilities Grant
City of Hamilton Grant of $33,100
