Jun 20 2003

Graham Announces Environmental Protection Grants for Florence and Rock Hill

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded Florence and Rock Hill $200,000 each for a brownfields assessment grant. Florence will use the grant to perform environmental site assessments on brownfields in seven targeted areas of the city. These include a 20-acre site that inhibits economic growth in some low-income, predominantly minority neighborhood. Rock Hill will use the funds to conduct four Phase II assessments of former textile mills in the Arcade-Westside neighborhood area. Funds also will be used to conduct community outreach activities and redevelopment of planning for three of the four sites to be assessed. The Arcade-Westside area contains several small business operations, but has lost four major textile mills in the last 15 years. The 2,500 residents of the neighborhood surrounding the targeted area relied heavily on these mills for employment. On January 11, 2002, President George W. Bush signed into law the Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act. Under the Brownfields law, EPA provides financial assistance to eligible applicants through four competitive grant programs: assessment grants, revolving loan fund grants, cleanup grants and job training grants. The Brownfields Program brings together states, communities, and other stakeholders in economic development to work together to prevent, assess, safely clean up, and sustainably reuse brownfields.

Jun 19 2003

Graham Announces Over $9 Million in HUD Grants for Greenville, Charleston and Spartanburg

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded grants to Greenville County, Charleston County, and the City of Spartanburg totaling $9.18 million. The money will support the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership, and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) programs.
  • Greenville County will receive $2.92 million for CDBG Programs for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, housing rehabilitation, and new home ownership programs; $1.199 million in HOME Investment Partnership funds; and $91,000 in ESG funds.
  • Charleston County will receive $2.499 million for CDBG Programs primarily consisting of housing rehabilitation, water and sewer facilities, storm drainage, and other housing and public facility improvements; $1.085 million for HOME Investment Partnership Programs; and $99,000 in ESG funds.
  • The City of Spartanburg will receive $922,000 for CDGB Programs for housing rehabilitation, home ownership programs, public services, code enforcement, land acquisition, and economic development; and $366,274 for HOME Investment Partnership Programs.
“This is an investment in the future and will help improve the quality of life for many South Carolinians,” said Graham. “These funds will enable people with housing needs to establish themselves in the community and contribute to the overall economic health of the state.”
  • The Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) develops viable communities and provides decent housing and a suitable living environment by expanding economic opportunities for low and moderate income households.
  • The HOME Investment Partnership Program creates affordable housing for low-income households. It allows communities to design and implement strategies tailored to their own needs and priorities.
  • The Emergency Shelter Grant Program provides funds for the rehabilitation or conversion of buildings for use as emergency shelter for the homeless and for homeless prevention activities.

Jun 19 2003

USC to Receive $343,000 for Clinical Research

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke has awarded the University of South Carolina a $343,000 grant for clinical research. The money will be used to conduct clinical research related to neurological disorders. This funding is a continuation of previous awards to support this research. “The cutting edge research done at USC and other universities in our state places our institutions at the top of their field,” said Graham. “I am proud of their work, and their effort to help improve lives.”

Jun 19 2003

Graham Announces Dillon County Water Company to Receive $1.595 Million in USDA Funds

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $296,000 grant and approved a $1.299 million loan to Trico Water Company in Dillon County. The funds will be used for the installation of water lines in the Bingham area of Dillon County, and the installation of transmission lines from the Fred Hyatt Water Treatment Plant to connect with the existing treatment system at the I-95 and SC-38 interchange. This project is expected to benefit over 5,400 households and numerous commercial and industrial users. “This project will help Trico more effectively serve the people of Dillon County,” said Graham. “It will increase their ability to provide a reliable source of water to residents, and more efficiently dispose of waste. This money improves lives, and makes the area more attractive for economic development.”

Jun 18 2003

Graham Announces $185,000 Rural Development Grant to Aid Minority Owned Businesses

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) a $185,000 Rural Business Enterprise grant to assist minority owned businesses. The funds will be used to provide technical assistance to approximately 10 new small to medium minority-owned manufacturing companies. The grant service area includes 30 under-developed counties in South Carolina, identified by the South Carolina Department of Commerce. “This is a great investment in South Carolina’s economy,” said Graham. “This money will help establish new businesses, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth in regions of the state that may otherwise receive little attention. By supporting these businesses from the ground up, they will have a greater chance at success.” Graham also noted that this project calls on the SCMEP to offer continued support to the businesses assisted by this initial grant.

Jun 17 2003

South Carolina to Receive $1.99 Million Grant to STOP Violence Against Women

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Justice has awarded the South Carolina Department of Public Safety a $1.99 million grant to help combat violence against women. The STOP Violence Against Women program encourages the development and implementation of effective, victim-centered law enforcement, prosecution, and court strategies to address violent crimes against women. The program is a partnership among law enforcement, prosecution, courts, and victim advocacy organizations to enhance victim safety and hold offenders accountable for their crimes against women. “It’s truly unfortunate that South Carolina has one of the highest rates in the nation of murder committed by men against their wives or partner,” said Graham. “We can and need to do better. I hope and believe this grant is a step in the right direction. We must protect the safety and security of our citizens and hold criminals accountable for their actions.”

Jun 13 2003

Graham Announces Grant for Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control a $2.23 million grant. The funds will be used for chronic disease prevention and health promotion efforts in the state. “This is good news for South Carolina,” said Graham. “Protecting public health of our citizens is a solid investment in the future.”

Jun 12 2003

Transportation Earmarks Become Reality

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the U.S. Department of Transportation has released funds for South Carolina. Graham announced the earmarks when they were approved by Congress in February.
  • $2,000,000 to the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) for improvements to US 17/521 in Georgetown;
  • $1,000,000 to SCDOT for the Railroad Avenue Extension in Berkeley County;
  • $496,750 to SCDOT for improvements to the I-26 Little Mountain Interchange in Greenville;
  • $250,000 to the Partnership for Tomorrow for a rail relocation study in Greer. This project would eliminate rail crossings, and open land for economic development or recreation purposes.
“The budget passed by Congress earlier this year demonstrated fiscal discipline and stayed within the budget request of the President,” said Graham. “The projects awarded to South Carolina were based on merit, and will greatly benefit our state. I'm glad the Department of Transportation is now releasing the funds to the state so these projects can move forward.”

Jun 12 2003

Graham Announces Grant and Contract for Aiken County

Kevin Bishop or Wes Hickman
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced one grant and one contract for Aiken County.
  • Montmorenci-Couchton Water and Sewer District has been awarded a $196,800 loan by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development Office. The funds will be used to install approximately 8,300 feet of waterline and 2 fire hydrants. The new waterline will reinforce the existing system and boost pressure in areas where water flow is currently marginal. It will also provide potable water to residential customers.
  • United Defense of York, Pennsylvania has been awarded a $3.93 million increment of a $770 million contract for 35 M2A3 Bradley Fighting Vehicles and 103 M3A3 Bradley Fighting Vehicles. Five percent of the work, approximately $196,500, will be performed at United Defense in Aiken.
“The Montmorenci-Couchton loan will help provide clean water to many homes and businesses in Aiken County,” said Graham. “Infrastructure improvements such as this also help the country attract future economic development.” “The employees of United Defense are helping to win the war against terrorism,” said Graham. “It’s great to see Aiken County and South Carolina playing a vital role in supporting our armed services and men and women in uniform.”

Jun 12 2003

University of South Carolina Receives Grant to Study and Protect Coastal Environment

Wes Hickman or Kevin Bishop
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has awarded the University of South Carolina Research Foundation a $555,000 grant to support the Coastal Zone Management Estuarine Research Reserves program. The money will be used to support the National Estuarine Research Reserves System (NERRS). The NERRS program helps to sustain healthy coasts by improving the nation's understanding and stewardship of estuaries. Nationally, there are 25 protected areas, two of which are located in South Carolina: the Ace Basin Reserve and the North Inlet/Winyah Bay Reserve. Each reserve is a ‘living laboratory’ in which scientists conduct research and educators communicate research results. Reserve staff members work with local communities and regional groups to address natural resource management issues, such as non-point source pollution, habitat restoration and invasive species. Through integrated research and education, the reserves help communities develop strategies to deal successfully with coastal resource issues. “South Carolina’s coast is one of our most valuable resources,” said Graham. “It is important that we protect its natural beauty, and support programs that conduct scientific research and increase public awareness.” ####
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