Perlmutter Transportation Priorities Included in Appropriations Bill
July 23, 2009
Today, the House of Representatives approved funding levels for key transportation and community projects proposed by Congressman Ed Perlmutter, (CO-07) located within the 7th Congressional District.
“These transportation projects are vital to our area,” said Rep. Perlmutter. “They will help reduce traffic congestion and help promote sustainable economic development projects in our district and state. I’m proud to help seek funding for these projects, and look forward to working with the Senate and Obama Administration to secure these investments for our community.”
Below is a list of Seventh Congressional District projects included within the bill. The annual Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill now will go to the Senate. Links and descriptions of all of Rep. Perlmutter’s appropriations requests may be found on his website at: /appropriations.shtml .
* Colfax/ Interstate 225 Reconfiguration - $850,000. This project is for construction of the interchange at Interstate 225 and Colfax Avenue.
* West Corridor Light Rail - $100,000,000. The West Corridor Light Rail line is a 12.1 mile light rail line with 11 stations, extending from Denver Union Station on the eastern end, providing service west through Denver, Lakewood, Jefferson County and Golden, with a major Intermodal facility at the Denver Federal Center. It will serve major jobs centers including the Jefferson County Courthouse and the Denver Federal Center.
* Colorado Association of Transit Agencies (CASTA) - $500,000. CASTA will use this funding to purchase new buses, bus equipment, and construct bus-related facilities. These funds will be spent across the state.
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