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For Immediate Release
November 15, 2005 |
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Dodd, Lieberman, Shays
Congratulate Redding on EPA Smart Growth Award
Washington, D.C. – Today, Senators Chris
Dodd and Joe Lieberman and Congressman Christopher Shays congratulated
the Town of Redding for receiving the National Award for Smart
Growth Achievement from the Environmental Protection Agency.
Redding was honored for its work with the Georgetown Land
Development Company to develop the former Gilbert & Bennett
Wire Mill into a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood based on
the principles of sustainable development.
“The collaborative approach toward this project resulted
in not only a model community, but a model for sustainable,
community-based development nationwide. I congratulate Natalie
Ketcham and the Georgetown Land Development Company for their
partnership, leadership and vision,” Congressman Christopher
Shays said. “The citizens of Redding will certainly
benefit from this remarkable revitalization project.”
"This award is a prime example of what can be accomplished
when there truly is a team effort and everyone is working
toward the same goal: improving a community," said Dodd.
"The Town of Redding and all those involved in this significant
project should take a bow. This is an important national distinction
that recognizes the value of the redevelopment initiative
currently underway at the former Gilbert & Bennett Manufacturing
Company site. This is indeed a proud day for the people of
Redding and the state of Connecticut.”
“It is to no one’s surprise that the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) presented the prestigious National
Award for Smart Growth Achievement to the Town of Redding
for its work to invigorate Redding’s future by reclaiming
its past,” Lieberman said. “When completed, the
Georgetown Brownfield Redevelopment Project will have transformed
the Gilbert & Bennett site in Georgetown into a model
of environmentally sustainable development and smart growth.
The accessibility of all aspects of this project by pedestrians
– from residential to retail- will greatly contribute
to the small-town feel that makes Redding – and so many
other Connecticut towns – desirable places to live,
work and raise a family. Commerce, culture and community will
all be within walking distance.”
The EPA created the National Award for Smart Growth Achievement
in 2002 to recognize exceptional approaches to development
which benefit the economy, public health and the environment.
Contact: Sarah Moore,
202/225-5541
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