Quote of the Day
"The U.S. economy expanded at a faster clip than initially forecast in the third quarter, helped by more robust consumer spending and by stronger exports. The economy grew at a 2.5% annualized pace in the quarter, revised up from the initial estimate of 2.0%, the government said in its second estimate of quarterly gross domestic product. GDP growth was 1.7% during the second quarter.”
- Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch, 11/23/2010
For Release: Wednesday, June 29, 2005
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
JACKSON COUNTY RECEIVES BUS FUNDS
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Jackson County Transit District will receive a portion of a $909,656 bus grant through the Federal Transit Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. The funds will be used to purchase paratransit vehicles.
"These funds will help provide a diversified transportation system with access for the disabled," said Costello. "Transportation options are essential to a strong economy, and I will continue to work to ensure there are adequate resources for these programs."
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