NLIS 3
October 28, 2005
(Municipal and Provincial Affairs)
 

Funding under Community Enhancement Program for projects in Bonavista North

Jack Byrne, Minister of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, and Harry Harding, MHA for the District of Bonavista North, today announced that funding has been approved for 11 proponents valued at $159,000 under the provinces Community Enhancement Program.

"We are pleased that funding support through the Community Enhancement Program is being spread throughout the province, and will provide improvements to both recreation and community infrastructure for Bonavista North," stated Minister Byrne. "The projects announced today include renovation, landscaping and recreation initiatives, all which will enhance community services and provide a boost to those requiring employment opportunity made available through this program."

Projects for Bonavista North include the following:

  • $14,000 to Town of Greenspond for work on parking, picnic and rest area;
  • $12,000 to Local Service District of Aspen Cove for improvements to recreational boat launch;
  • $25,000 to the Town of Musgrave Harbour to support maintenance to fire hall;
  • $20,000 to MIRA Incorporates to assist with landscaping of Cape Island Trail;
  • $15,000 to Cape Freels Development Association in support of various projects;
  • $12,000 to the Town of Indian Bay for brush cutting;
  • $10,000 to Resettler's Museum Inc. for renovations and landscaping;
  • $20,000 to the Town of Carmanville in support of various projects;
  • $15,000 to Local Service District of Gander Bay South for community recreation initiatives;
  • $5,000 to the Harbour Authority of Carmanville for wheelguard maintenance and repairs;
  • $11,000 to Frederickton Local Improvement Committee to develop community recreation area.

"The funding announced today will allow for significant improvements in community infrastructure and enhance the tourism potential in my district of Bonavista North," said Mr. Harding. "These various community projects will also create necessary employment for eligible individuals. I am hopeful that additional projects can be approved in the near future."

The $4.25 million Community Enhancement Program is a targeted employment creation program focused on creating short-term employment initiatives for eligible recipients. All projects must be completed by March 31, 2006. Additional information on the Community Enhancement Program can be found on //www.gov.nl.ca/mpa/enhancement/.

Media contact: Heather MacLean, Communications, (709) 729-1983, 690-2498 or heathermaclean@gov.nl.ca

2005 10 28                        10:15 a.m.


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