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Constantine and Drago thank state transportation board for $10 million grant for new South Park Bridge
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King County Executive Dow Constantine and Metropolitan King County Councilmember Jan Drago today thanked the state Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) for its motion at this morning’s board meeting approving a $10 million contribution toward replacement of the South Park Bridge.
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King County Executive Dow Constantine and Metropolitan King County Councilmember Jan Drago today thanked the state Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) for its motion at this morning’s board meeting approving a $10 million contribution toward replacement of the South Park Bridge.
“I am delighted with this latest piece of good news,” said Executive Constantine. “This brings us another step closer to replacing the South Park Bridge. This award acknowledges the impressive partnership we have assembled, which includes community leaders, local businesses, King County, the state of Washington, the City of Seattle, the Port of Seattle and the Puget Sound Regional Council. “
“I thank Governor Gregoire, Transportation Secretary Paula Hammond and the TIB for their continued support of this vital transportation lifeline,” added Constantine. “This latest investment gives us an even stronger hand as we make the final push to secure all funding needed to build a new South Park Bridge.”
“This is very exciting,” said Councilmember Drago, who represents the South Park and Georgetown neighborhoods. “Support for the bridge from partners at every level just keeps rolling in!”
Both officials commended the residents of South Park for their tireless work over the past several weeks in support of bridge funding. Earlier this week, King County, the state of Washington, the city of Seattle and community members stood together as the Governor announced a $20 million pledge from the state.
The Transportation Improvement Board plays a key role in providing state grants to support local transportation projects. Today’s contribution now brings the total funding package for the South Park Bridge to $80 million, thanks to a stakeholder partnership led by the County Executive.
