U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner announced today that he is delivering nearly $1 million in federal funding to support the East Greenwich waterfront development project.
The funding will be used for a feasibility study to determine the best location for a new shoreline access path, shelter and accessible dock platform.
It will also support the removal of fuel tanks and transfer station infrastructure, and the implementation of erosion control measures to protect the shorelines from the changing climate.
“Rhode Island boasts one of the most beautiful shorelines in the world, and every person in our state should be able to enjoy it,” Magaziner said. “I’m proud to deliver federal funding that will improve shoreline accessibility in East Greenwich and invest in climate resiliency measures to ensure Rhode Islanders can enjoy our state’s beautiful natural treasures for generations to come.”
East Greenwich Town Manager Andrew Nota said the federal funding will be instrumental in helping the town achieve its vision of transforming the waterfront.
“These critically important funds joined with local investment will be transformative for East Greenwich as we set in motion positive change, fostering waterfront development that not only enhances shoreline accessibility but also fortifies resilience in an area more consistently being impacted by our changing environment,” Nota said.
Mark Schwager, East Greenwich Town Council President, said the funding will allow the town to move forward with the initial concepts for the new waterfront project.
“This funding could not have come at a more perfect time,” Schwager said. “East Greenwich recently completed a Waterfront Master Plan, and now we have the funds to make the initial concepts of the plan a reality. These projects begin the process of enhancing the waterfront immediately and generate momentum that will propel other phases of the work forward.”
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