U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo has announced a $3.1 million grant from the Department's Economic Development Administration (EDA) to the Port of Chehalis in Chehalis, Washington
The grant is intended to enhance agricultural production and processing in southwestern Washington
The primary focus of the grant is to support the construction of a grain storage and rail transload facility at the Port of Chehalis
The EDA's $3.1 million investment will be matched with $1.8 million in state and local funds
It is estimated that this project will create or retain more than 50 jobs in the region
Grantee estimates suggest that the grant will generate $3.4 million in private investment
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo highlights how this investment aligns with President Biden's "Investing in America" agenda to stimulate local businesses and job creation
Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development Alejandra Y. Castillo emphasizes the EDA's commitment to supporting local business growth through place-based grants
Senator Patty Murray expresses the significance of the grant for the Port of Chehalis, local businesses, and job creation in the area
Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez underscores the importance of investing in infrastructure to support local farmers and producers and praises the collaboration between community leaders and the federal government in addressing local needs