RURAL DEVELOPMENT IN Maine

USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT CELEBRATES 

FARM BILL PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS

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2002 RURAL UTILITIES PROJECTS FUNDED

"The rapid implementation of the Farm Bill's water and waste projects is a clear example of the Bush Administration's commitment to work with local rural communities to insure that appropriate infrastructure is in place to support the quality of life and economic opportunities that is desired"

-Michael W. Aube, Maine State Director

State Director Michael Aube shows a glass of water with visible contaminants and a glass of clean water.  Thanks to Rural Development thousands of Mainers will have clean water. Pictured at the celebration  (L to R) Wanda Calder, Steve Levy and State Director Aube.

FARM BILL PROJECTS ANNOUNCED: Six towns in Maine will be receiving loans and grants for water and sewer projects.  On August 22, 2002, a celebration was held to honor the recipients of the money as well as the recipients of 2002 Rural Utilities funds.   Guest speakers at the event were: Steve Levy, Executive Director, Maine Rural Water Association; Wanda Calder, Treasurer, New Portland Water District; and Tom Todd, Superintendent, Newport Water District.  Also in attendance were representatives of Senator Snowe, Senator Collins and Congressman Baldacci. In 2002, Rural Development has funded more than $21 Million in water and sewer projects in rural Maine.  Click here for a complete list of projects. Click here for this event's Press Release.

Click here to view a letter from Congressman Allen. Click here to view a letter from Congressman Baldacci.

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