Mrvan Announces $5 Million Infrastructure Grant for Whiting

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced a federal grant award for the City of Whiting under the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant program.

The at-grade railroad crossings have long created a serious barrier between the City of Whiting and its Lake Michigan shoreline, impacting emergency response times and limiting connectivity between the community’s downtown and waterfront assets.  The City of Whiting will receive $5,163,200 to advance the Rail Corridor Overpass Project that aims to improve public safety by supporting more reliable emergency access, enhancing mobility for residents and visitors, and strengthening the connection between Whiting’s neighborhoods, downtown, and lakefront.

Congressman Mrvan stated, “This funding will address a critical public safety need that has existed in the City of Whiting for far too long.  I congratulate Mayor Spebar, the Common Council, and all of the local leaders whose persistence and advocacy helped secure this significant federal investment.  I am proud to support this investment, which will not only improve the quality of life and public safety for residents, but also help unlock new opportunities for economic development and tourism.”

City of Whiting Mayor Steve Spebar stated, “The awarding to the City of Whiting of DOT’s Build Grant will allow us to complete engineering work on our overpass project.  The completion time for engineering work is projected at approximately the end of next year.  This award is a significant step in making an overpass a reality in the City of Whiting.  I want to thank Congressman Mrvan for his support in securing this grant."

For additional information on the Department of Transportation’s BUILD Grant program, click here.

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