House Republican Press Release

March 28, 2008

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Governor Rell Announces $487,630 Grant for Streetscape Project in Hebron

Governor M. Jodi Rell today announced that the State Bond Commission has awarded the town of Hebron a $487,630 grant for a streetscape project.   

The town of Hebron is receiving a $487,630 Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) grant that will allow the town to make streetscape improvements to the Main Street area.  The project will include the installation of sidewalks, landscaping, façade and signage improvements.     

“Today’s funding will provide a facelift for the Main Street area of Hebron,” Governor Rell said.  “Not only will these improvements enhance the economic vitality of Hebron’s Main Street, it will also cultivate a greater sense of pride in the community.”

“Once completed, this project will have a pretty dramatic effect on the overall attractiveness of the Main Street area,” said State Representative Pamela Sawyer (R-55).  “The streetscaping combined with the improved signage will benefit local business and create a setting that is more pedestrian-friendly.”

Governor Rell thanked State Senator Edith Prague (D-19) for her support of this local project

The state funded STEAP grant provides funds to eligible towns for economic development, community conservation and quality of life projects.  To be eligible, a town must have a population of less than 30,000 residents, not be designated as a distressed municipality or a public investment community, and not have an urban center.  A handful of larger towns have been added to the eligibility list by the Legislature.  The state Office of Policy and Management administers this program, and individual projects are managed by several state agencies including DECD.

            This round of funding will pay for 83 projects in 72 towns totaling $19,714,058.