Critical MT infrastructure projects begin
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Governor Bullock visits a construction site for the Yellowstone River Bridge segment of the Billings Bypass.
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News from the office of Governor Bullock
MONTANA — “We are making long-term investments in urban and rural communities across Montana that bring quality jobs to the area and make critical updates that will sustain economic growth,” Governor Bullock said. “These projects are making our communities safer and build a strong future for Montana that will benefit generations to come.”
The projects are made possible in part by a suite of infrastructure bills signed by Governor Bullock in 2019 to fund nearly $400 million in long overdue sewer, water, bridges, buildings, and other public works projects.
The legislation marked the first time the legislature has agreed to a comprehensive statewide bond package in over a decade. Last week, the state sold $52.2 million in bonds at historically low rates to continue moving forward with infrastructure projects. Over $32 million in existing bonds were refinanced to take advantage of lower interest rates and save taxpayers $7 million.
The legislation included investments in a new Montana Heritage Center, the renovation of Romney Hall at Montana State University, a new Dental Clinic, Assisting and Hygiene Lab at Great Falls College, 14 replaced or repaired bridges, and 51 water, wastewater and storm system projects.
There are currently over 70 infrastructure projects under construction across the state. Local projects include:
— Ronan School District #30: replace leaky roof
— St. Ignatius School District #28: demolish unsafe and unusable building and construct new kindergarten
— Plains School District 1: Construct multi-use facility to alleviate life safety issues at existing school
— Plains, Town of: Construct protective barrier around lagoons
