The Trump Administration today announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $50,000 in a Community Facilities Grant to the City of Keyser to help rural West Virginia.
Through this investment, the City of Keyser will be able to purchase a new 18-foot public works truck to assist the city with maintenance. Along with a $108,000 contribution from the city, this $158,000 project will benefit the 4,829 residents in Keyser by ensuring the city has the necessary tools to conduct city maintenance.
“We are pleased to be able to assist rural West Virginia municipalities who are dedicated to helping their communities remain safe,” said Kris Warner, West Virginia State Director, USDA Rural Development. “Under the leadership of President Trump and Agriculture Secretary Perdue, USDA has continued to work untiringly as a strong partner to the Mountain State, because we know that when rural West Virginia thrives, all of America thrives.”
This Rural Development investments is part of 20 statewide Community Facilities Direct Loans and Grants with a total investment of more than $6.5 million.
Rural Development’s community facilities direct loans and grants can be used to purchase, construct, and/or improve essential community facilities; purchase equipment; and pay related project expenses. For more information about the Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program visit https://go.usa.gov/xGEbm.
USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities and create jobs in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov.
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