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TOPEKA - U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development State Director for Kansas Lynne Hinrichsen announced Thursday that USDA is investing $40,000 toward new patrol vehicles and equipment for the City of Norton Law Enforcement Department.
“Reliable emergency equipment is necessary for communities to thrive,” Hinrichsen said. “Our first responders must have the proper tools to protect and serve our communities. USDA is dedicated to rural communities like Norton and their long-term commitments to economic prosperity because when rural America prospers, all of America prospers.”
Background:
The city of Norton will use a $40,000 grant to assist with the purchase of two new patrol vehicles and related equipment. The vehicles will provide law enforcement services for nearly 3,000 people in the Norton area. This public safety partnership is made possible by the additional contribution by the City of Norton of $35,000.
These investments were made through the Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program and can be used to build or upgrade schools, libraries, clinics and public safety facilities.
More than 100 types of projects are eligible for Community Facilities funding.
Eligible applicants include municipalities, public bodies, nonprofit organizations and federally recognized Native American tribes.
Projects must be in rural areas with a population of 20,000 or less. Interested parties should contact their local Kansas office for information about additional funding, application procedures and eligibility details. Also see the Community Facilities Direct Loan Program Guidance Book for Applicants a detailed overview of the application process.
USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities and create jobs in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas.
For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov/ks.