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Rep. Williams Announces $138,300 USDA Rural Development Grant in Onondaga County
Washington,
January 29, 2024
“The funding obtained with this USDA grant is a prime example of good governance—taxpayer dollars being used for the betterment of our workforce locally through training and technical assistance. Increased infrastructure investments and resiliency efforts will benefit our local communities and the environment,” said Congressman Brandon Williams.
WASHINGTON — Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) announced the approval of a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development in the amount of $138,300 to Syracuse University to provide technical assistance and training for water resources management in rural communities. This program will include technical training and individualized assistance for rural communities, focusing on integrated water, wastewater, storm-water, and rural infrastructure planning, using models for sustainable economic development through infrastructure finance, watershed management, flood and drought resiliency, and disaster preparedness. “The funding obtained with this USDA grant is a prime example of good governance—taxpayer dollars being used for the betterment of our workforce locally through training and technical assistance. Increased infrastructure investments and resiliency efforts will benefit our local communities and the environment,” said Congressman Brandon Williams. ### Brandon Williams is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for New York’s 22nd Congressional District. Brandon is a navy veteran, trained nuclear engineer, tech entrepreneur, political outsider, and a devoted husband and father. He currently resides in Central New York with his wife of over 30 years and their dog Beatrice. |
