
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 6,
2009
Governor Rell Announces State
Web Site
To Track Stimulus Funds,
Projects, Jobs
Governor M. Jodi Rell today
unveiled a comprehensive state Web site to help citizens follow
the flow of federal stimulus dollars into
Connecticut, track the progress of
stimulus-funded projects and monitor the availability and
creation of jobs through the American Recovery and Reinvestment
Act of 2009.
“It is essential
that this process be as transparent and helpful and open as
possible,” Governor Rell said. “Through this Web site, anyone –
any citizen, public official, jobseeker, contractor – can track
where the federal money is going and who is hiring,” Governor
Rell said. “Not only is this transparency a stipulation of the
federal act, it is the absolute right thing to do when so much
taxpayer money is at stake.”
Connecticut
has already begun receiving some of the $3 billion in federal
stimulus money. Approximately $1.65 billion is in direct aid and
grants while $1.3 billion is in the form of Medicaid assistance.
The federal government estimates the ARRA will create and/or
save more than 40,000 jobs in Connecticut.
“Our goal is to
get the money back into the economy as soon as possible and put
people back to work,” Governor Rell said. “This Web site
contains links to employers and training opportunities. It also
includes critical information on project deadlines and will
serve as a clearinghouse for more funding sources.”
The new Web site –
www.recovery.ct.gov – includes sections on:
·
Explanation of the federal law
·
Accountability of stimulus dollars
·
Lists of “shovel-ready” projects and deadlines
·
Latest news on the stimulus in
Connecticut
·
Frequently asked questions
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