July 31, 2015
State Representative Larry B. Butler (D-72) applauded the state’s Bond Commission for approving nearly $8 million in grants for Waterbury.The grants will benefit Waterbury’s school system, Naugatuck Valley Community College (NVCC) and I-84 highway reconstruction.
The Commission approved $6,563,444 for campus site improvements at Naugatuck Valley Community College. The improvements include realignment of the east campus entrance, renovation of the Founders Hall parking lot, repaving of the perimeter road, new site lighting, sidewalks and ADA improvements, and will createor retain 199 construction jobs.
The Commission approved $3.4 million for improvements to eighteen Commissioner’s Network Schools across the state, including $160,000 for Waterbury’s Walsh Middle School and $200,000 for Crosby High School.The money will be used for alterations, repairs, improvements, technology and equipment to help address building and site deficiencies, and to promote the health, safety and learning.
“I thank Governor Malloy for his continued commitment to education in Waterbury,” Rep. Butler said.“The health and safety upgrades at both Walsh and Crosby Schools, along with Naugatuck Valley Community College create an atmosphere of learning for students that will encourage their success.”
Additionally, nearly $25 million, including $1 million for Waterbury, was appropriated to finance various strategic transportation projects and initiatives under the Let’s Go! CT program. Waterbury will use the $1 million for design and engineering expenses related to a studyfor improvements and replacement of the I-84 and Route 8 interchange commonly referred to as the “mixmaster.”
Rep. Butler is in his 5th term serving the 72nd House District in Waterbury.