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Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Bayard area
category:Government and Politics
posted:February 28th, 2009
They're called 'shovel-ready,' those stimulus projects that have been surveyed, planned for, approved and are ready to go in cities all around America. They've been on hold due to budget issues, but with the new government stimulus plan, they're about to get the green light.
You're going to see lots going on around the Bayard area and across New Mexico - from road repair, airport and transit upgrades to school refurbishment, the "greening" of local communities and new technology. There are nearly 19,000 of these stimulus projects ready to ramp up nationwide, estimated to generate over 1,600,000 new jobs for 2009 and 2010.
We've compiled a list of the Bayard stimulus 'shovel-ready' projects that will be happening in the area. What do you think? Which of these Bayard stimulus public works are you pleased to see starting up? Which ones are a waste? Share your views by participating in the Bayard poll and adding your comments below!
| Program | Project Description | Funding Required | Jobs |
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| CDBG | Water and sewer line installation and replacement improvements to 22 areas throughout town. | $3,500,000 | 30 | | CDBG | Reconstruction of local streets and state highway. | $3,500,000 | 20 | | CDBG | Public library renovation and expansion. Will create a larger library to create a learning center for various groups to use. | $1,000,000 | 10 | | CDBG | Community Park. Would provide for additional construction of the community park that is currently in construction. Current project is for sidewalks, shade structures and gazeboo. | $400,000 | 6 | | CDBG | Community Center expansion and renovation. To create a covered and fenced outdoor area, expand to create a equipment storage area and improvements/repairs to existing building. | $300,000 | 5 | | Water | Water storage tank demolition, overhead water line crossing to main water wells, two new water wells | $1,000,000 | 10 |
View the complete list of projects across New Mexico and the country here.
For more information about what's going on around Bayard, NM we invite you to tour the site and participate by adding your organization's community news and announcements.
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