Gov. Kaine announces $3.1 million for southwest Virginia projects, from tourism to clean water
By APFriday, January 8, 2010
Gov. Kaine: $3.1M for southwest Virginia projects
RICHMOND, Va. — Gov. Tim Kaine is recommending funding totaling $3.1 million for 16 projects in southwest Virginia, to spur economic development, deliver clean water and encourage cultural heritage tourism.
The funding announced Thursday is being administered through the Appalachian Regional Commission, a federal-state partnership.
The projects approved for funding include water supply and treatment initiatives for rural residents in Dickenson County and the town of St. Paul, the Birthplace of Country Music Cultural Heritage Center in Bristol and the redevelopment of the Wise Inn property in Wise County.
Other projects to benefit include a community kitchen in the Martinsville area and a “green collar” program at Southwest Virginia Community College.
