City of Nekoosa to receive grant money

NEKOOSA – On Aug. 26, Gov. Evers announced over $18.6 million will be distributed this year to support community improvement projects in 21 communities, including projects improving or repairing local roads, drainage systems, water and sewer systems, sidewalks and other public facilities.
The City of Nekoosa will receive $956,151 for street and utilities infrastructure improvements. Eligible projects include improvements and repairs to streets, drainage systems, water and sewer systems and sidewalks; and the construction or expansion of or improvement to community centers, senior centers, libraries and fire stations.
The primary purpose of the Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities program is the development of viable communities through the provision of decent affordable housing, a suitable living environment and the expansion of economic opportunities, principally for the benefit of people of low- and moderate-income. Wisconsin receives CDBG program funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and distributes those funds.
The program was created when Congress passed the Housing and Community Development Act, Title 1 in 1974, and is governed by rules set forth in the Code of Federal Regulations (24 CFR Part 570). The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) administers the CDBG program to support critical public infrastructure projects in low- to moderate-income communities with populations of 50,000 or fewer throughout the state.
“For years, community development projects have played a critical role in helping make sure Wisconsin’s kids and families can get to school and work safely, that folks have access to clean and safe water and that communities have the resources to improve local infrastructure, especially in our rural communities, among other important work,” Gov. Evers said.