New Martinsville Project Among ARC Grant Recipients
NEW MARTINSVILLE — A water system project is one of 11 in West Virginia that Gov. Jim Justice has recommended to share in $18 million in Appalachian Regional Commission grants, Justice announced Wednesday.
The ARC is an economic development partnership agency of the federal government and 13 state governments across the Appalachian region. ARC’s mission is to innovate, partner, and invest to build community capacity and strengthen economic growth in Appalachia.
“These upgrades are going to be phenomenal, and we really appreciate the Appalachian Regional Commission for giving us the ability to recommend and give these grants to these communities throughout West Virginia,” Justice said.
“These projects will not only address many of our community and economic development needs in the state but also take advantage of our assets so that we can continue to grow our economy.”
The City of New Martinsville would receive $800,800 to install a new water distribution system in the AAA Mobile Home Park located in the Steelton area of New Martinsville.
The current water distribution system in the park is antiquated and has experienced numerous line breaks and leakage.
In addition, the current layout of the distribution system does not afford efficient access for operation, maintenance, and repairs of the system. The project will improve access and service and benefit 240 new customers.
The West Virginia Department of Economic Development administers the state’s ARC program, which is a partnership of federal, state, and local participants providing financial and technical assistance for economic development and infrastructure projects.
Justice’s recommendations will now be sent to ARC for final approval.