Building Strong and Vibrant Communities

$167,000 Announced in Funding to Upgrade the Upper Island Cove Ball Field

The Provincial Government is announcing $167,000 in funding cost-shared with the Town of Upper Island Cove for the installation of new lighting to the existing ball field. The announcement was made today by the Honourable Steve Kent, Minister of Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs, and Glenn Littlejohn, MHA for Port de Grave.

“Being active and living a healthy lifestyle is important for the well-being of seniors, children and families across Newfoundland and Labrador. As a government, our goal is to provide the people of this province with quality facilities where they can exercise, have fun and stay fit and this investment of $167,000 is part of that commitment.”
- The Honourable Steve Kent, Minister of Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs

In Upper Island Cove, $167,000 is being committed for the installation of a new lighting system for an existing softball field.

“The addition of this new lighting system will be of great benefit to the people of the region and in particular the CBN Minor Baseball Program. This will allow the town and its users extended hours of operation and more playing time for all who use the facility. It further enhances the health and well-being of the people in the region."
- Glen Littlejohn, MHA for Port de Grave

Since 2008, the Provincial Government has invested $650 million in more than 1,200 water, wastewater, recreational and municipal infrastructure projects.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to supporting important social programs, strong communities and the health and well-being of children, families and seniors.

QUICK FACTS

• The Provincial Government is investing $167,000 for the installation of a new lighting system to an existing softball field.
• The project is cost-shared with the Provincial Government providing 90 per cent of funding and the Town of Upper Island Cove providing the remaining 10 per cent.
• Since 2006, over $426 million has been committed to upgrade municipal infrastructure in towns of less than 11,000 people.

2014 01 20                                               3:15 p.m.