As part of the annual federal budget process, Members of Congress are authorized to submit up to 15 projects to receive consideration for federal funding. Out of the numerous requests received, Rep. Kiley advanced the eight below projects. Although the projects must still be considered by the Appropriations Committee and a federal budget passed in order for funds to be disbursed, official submission by a Member of Congress is a necessary and major step forward in the federal funding process.
Sunny Slopes Fire Station
- Name of Project – Sunny Slopes Fire Station
- Recipient – County of Mono
- Address of Recipient – PO Box 715, Bridgeport, CA 93517.
- Amount Requested – $4,198,388
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is to construct a fire station in Sunny Slopes, CA. This station will provide fire protection and EMS services to local communities and nearby LADWP facilities and infrastructure. It’s a valuable use of taxpayer funds because there is no fire station facility in this area. It will provide fire and emergency response services to upwards of 7,000 people during the summer months and will also protect important water resource infrastructure.
Financial Disclosure Certification and Federal Nexus Letter
Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Regional Indoor Firearms Range and Training Facility
- Name of Project – Nevada County Sheriff’s Office Regional Indoor Firearms Range and Training Facility
- Recipient – Nevada County Sheriff’s Office
- Address of Recipient – 950 Maidu Ave, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Amount Requested – $5,000,000
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is to construct an indoor firearms training facility for the Nevada County Sheriff to enhance public safety across the region. It’s a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will serve as a regional asset by providing training space for the Nevada County Sheriff and other law enforcement agencies in the area.
Financial Disclosure Certification and Federal Nexus Letter
Bishop Fire Ladder Truck
- Name of Project – Bishop Fire Ladder Truck
- Recipient – City of Bishop
- Address of Recipient – 377 West Line Street, Bishop, CA 93514
- Amount Requested – $1,320,579.78
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is to replace an aging ladder truck that will allow the town to fight fires in new multi-story buildings, and serve as an asset to the surrounding region.
Financial Disclosure Certification and Federal Nexus Letter
Special Operations Medium Rescue Vehicle
- Name of Project – Special Operations Medium Rescue Vehicle
- Recipient – Nevada County Consolidated Fire
- Address of Recipient – 640 Coyote Road, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Amount Requested – $1,087,500
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is to purchase a Special Operations Medium Rescue Vehicle. This is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will deliver specialized rescue equipment and capabilities to all fire agencies, the Sherriff’s dive team, local governments, contractors, utilities, residents, and visitors to Nevada County.
Financial Disclosure Certification and Federal Nexus Letter
Plumas Eureka Water Treatment Plant
- Name of Project – Plumas Eureka Water Treatment Plant
- Recipient – Plumas Eureka Community Services District
- Address of Recipient – 200 Lundy Ln., Blairsden, CA 96103
- Amount Requested – $4,134,000
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is the construction of a Water Treatment Plant to remove arsenic, iron, and manganese. It is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will provide the community with quality water that meets EPA standards and ensures public health.
Financial Disclosure Certification and Federal Nexus Letter
Enhancing the Resilience of Critical Water Infrastructure (South Tahoe)
- Name of Project – Enhancing the Resilience of Critical Water Infrastructure
- Recipient – South Tahoe Public Utility District
- Address of Recipient – 1275 Meadow Crest Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
- Amount Requested – $1,200,000
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is to replace deteriorating watermain lines that will ensure safe drinking water supply and install new fire hydrants. It is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it will proactively address aging water infrastructure and eliminate potential water quality risks. This will ensure a safe and resilient drinking water system.
Financial Disclosure Certification and Federal Nexus Letter
Improving Resilience of Critical Water Infrastructure (Tahoe City)
- Name of Project – Improving Resilience of Critical Water Infrastructure
- Recipient – Tahoe City Public Utility District
- Address of Recipient – 221 Fairway Drive, Tahoe City, CA 96145
- Amount Requested – $2,000,000
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is to replace aging water mains to ensure reliable drinking water and sufficient fire suppression capabilities. This is a valuable use of taxpayer funds because the current undersized and aging water mains cause an excessive number of leaks and exceed industry standards by 20 times the typical level.
Financial Disclosure Certification and Federal Nexus Letter
Nevada City Police Department Portable Radio Equipment Replacement
- Name of Project – Nevada City Police Department Portable Radio Equipment Replacement
- Recipient – Nevada City Policy Department
- Address of Recipient – 317 Broad Street, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Amount Requested – $350,000
- Purpose – The purpose of this project is to replace nearly obsolete radio equipment for the Nevada City Police Department.