WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) applauded the House passage of federal funding Thursday for five local community projects, including $800,000 for Warwick Police communications, part of an annual government funding package, at his request.
The funding, included in the Commerce, Justice, and Science and Interior appropriations bills, will support projects that improve public safety, strengthen infrastructure, and reduce flooding in Rhode Island.
“I am always looking to bring federal resources back to Rhode Island to make life better and more affordable,” said Magaziner. “I am pleased to have secured House passage of funding for five projects that will make Rhode Island safer and improve local infrastructure.”
The following funding requests will now advance to the Senate for final passage:
Warwick Police Communications – $800,000 for the Warwick Police Department to purchase new portable radios and radio scanners. This upgraded communications technology will replace aging equipment and help officers improve emergency responsiveness for Warwick residents.
WWPD Vechicles – $791,000 for the West Warwick Police Departmentto purchase five new emergency response vehicles equipped with updated technology, including three Ford Explorer emergency response vehicles and two fully equipped Ford cargo vans.
Foster Emergency Communications – $475,000 for the Town of Foster to upgrade emergency response radio equipment and ensure compatibility with the statewide emergency communications system, improving coordination and public safety.
Cranston Flooding Mitigation – $1,092,000 for the City of Cranston to prevent flooding in and around the Garden Street area.
Westerly Sewers – $680,000 for the Town of Westerly, secured in partnership with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, for sewer pipe upgrades to strengthen stormwater resilience and reduce strain on the town’s wastewater treatment facility.
Author: Warwick Post Staff
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