FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 1997
CONTACT: Dana Hagerty 202/225-2165
WASHINGTON, DC -- Congressman Collin C. Peterson (DFL-7th District) announced today that the Sacred Heart Parish in East Grand Forks has been awarded more than $6.2 million in grant money from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The funds are for replacing three school facilities damaged by the spring flooding.
"It's going to be a while before things get back to normal in East Grand Forks," Peterson said, "but one of the first things we need to do is get the kids back in schools, and not just temporary schools. I am pleased these funds will be available for the Sacred Heart Parish and I look forward to visiting the students in their new schools."
The grants will provide $2,688, 590 to replace the high school and gymnasium; $2,628,253 to replace the elementary school; and $945,023 to replace the fine arts building.
The Federal money represents 90 percent of the eligible costs.