Senator McConnell Announces Federal Infrastructure Grant for Union County

Statement

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced today the Union County Fiscal Court was awarded a $779,646 competitive federal grant from the Delta Regional Authority's (DRA) Community Infrastructure Fund. The county plans to use the resources for critical upgrades to its 80-year old sewer system in Morganfield, which serves the Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center, the Morganfield Industrial Park, and other communities in Union County.

Senator McConnell contacted the DRA in support of his constituents' federal grant application. These improvements are the first phase of a long-term project to support the sewer system's future vitality and to encourage economic development throughout the county. According to the DRA, this grant will help retain 600 jobs and nearly 1,500 families will benefit from the improved water and sewer services.

"This federal grant invests not only in Union County's infrastructure, but also in its workforce and communities," said Senator McConnell. "The critical upgrades will help continue to encourage economic growth in Western Kentucky and tap into the region's potential. I was proud to partner with local leaders, especially Judge Executive Adam O'Nan, and help draw national attention to this vital Kentucky project."

"We are grateful for the awarding of DRA funds that will help our local Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center and the City of Morganfield," said Union County Judge/Executive Adam O'Nan. "Majority Leader McConnell's support of this project will help fix antiquated infrastructure while protecting hundreds of jobs. It is vital to the economic health of Union County, and we are thankful for the help and support."

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