BOREN ANNOUNCES $2,720,000 GRANT TO ANTLERS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Congressman Dan Boren announced today the award of a $2,720,000 grant to Antlers Public Schools. The grant, awarded through the U.S. Department of Education’s Impact Aid School Construction program, will be used to replace the current Brantley Elementary School building with a brand new facility.

Currently, the Brantley Elementary School building suffers from severe physical damage caused by water infiltration in the basement.  The water has weakened floor joists and flooring which has caused safety concerns.  It has also lead to issues with mold in the facility.  In addition, the existing HVAC, windows, and roof do not meet current standards.  The new building will be an energy efficient, pre-engineered steel structure, and is scheduled to be completed 12 months after the arrival of the project funding.  The school district will contribute $100,000 in local funds to the project.

 “I am pleased to announce that this grant is headed to Antlers Public Schools,” Boren said. “This funding will make an immediate and real impact on educational opportunities for the 305 schoolchildren who attend Brantley and for the thousands more that follow them.  It was an honor to work with school officials on the highly competitive impact aid grant program.  They are to be commended for their efforts in bringing these resources to the community.”

“Antlers School is extremely grateful to Representative Boren and his staff for their assistance in receiving this grant.  We are also very grateful to Joe Ogle of J & J Educational Services, and former superintendent of Antlers Schools, for his part in the grant process.  This new elementary building will enhance the educational opportunities of our students,” said Superintendent Mark L. Virden

The purpose of the program, which were made possible by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, is to provide school construction assistance to local educational agencies (LEAs) affected by Federal activities, i.e., where the tax base of a district is reduced through the Federal acquisition of real property (Section 8002, ESEA) and; where the presence of certain children living on Federal property places a financial burden on the LEAs that educate them (Section 8003, ESEA).

Six schools in the Second Congressional District were awarded Impact Aid School Construction grants totaling $12,053,362.  The schools include Antlers Public Schools with a $2,720,000 grant.  Cave Springs School District received $1,833,700.  Clayton Public Schools received $316,604.  Colcord Public Schools received $1,733,384.  Kinta Public Schools received $979,674, and Locust Grove Public Schools received $4,470,000.

BOREN ANNOUNCES $316,604 GRANT TO CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Congressman Dan Boren announced today the award of a $316,604 grant to Clayton Public Schools. The grant, awarded through the U.S. Department of Education’s Impact Aid School Construction program, will be used to repair severe physical damage to the school’s roof which has prompted a closure of 600 square feet of classroom during inclement weather. 

The roof repair will include a new pitched roof, will allow for the relocation of the roof-mounted HVAC system, and will make repairs to electrical and mechanical damage caused by water infiltration.  The work is scheduled to be completed within 12 months of the arrival of the project funding.

“I am pleased to announce that this grant is headed to Clayton Public Schools,” Boren said. “This funding will make an immediate and positive impact on the lives and education opportunities of Clayton’s schoolchildren.  This grant program was highly competitive across the nation, and I am pleased that we were able to bring these resources to the community.  The school’s administration is to be highly commended for their diligence in working toward obtaining funding for repairs to the facility.”

“We at Clayton are thrilled to be chosen as the recipients of the Impact Aid grant.  The money awarded will help us with much needed improvements to our school district.  Work on the improvements will begin as soon as possible.  We are very grateful to Congressman Boren for his tireless efforts in helping the Clayton School District, and we look forward to working with him in the future,” said Jim Dominick, Clayton Superintendent.

The purpose of the program, which were made possible by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, is to provide school construction assistance to local educational agencies (LEAs) affected by Federal activities, i.e., where the tax base of a district is reduced through the Federal acquisition of real property (Section 8002, ESEA) and; where the presence of certain children living on Federal property places a financial burden on the LEAs that educate them (Section 8003, ESEA).

Six schools in the Second Congressional District were awarded Impact Aid School Construction grants totaling $12,053,362.  The schools include Antlers Public Schools with a $2,720,000 grant.  Cave Springs School District received $1,833,700.  Clayton Public Schools received $316,604.  Colcord Public Schools received $1,733,384.  Kinta Public Schools received $979,674, and Locust Grove Public Schools received $4,470,000.

2010 4-H State Round Up Announcement

The 2010 4-H State Round Up will be held July 28-30th at the Oklahoma State University Campus In Stillwater. Registration forms are available at the OSU Extension Office located at 306 SW B Street in Antlers or with your clubs 4-H Leaders. For more information call Tom Smith at 580-298-5563.

 

Pushmataha County 4-H Summer camp has been scheduled for June 21-23rd.  Camp will be held at Jacob’s Ladder Camp in Chandler, Oklahoma near Stillwater.  Campers will enjoy traveling to OSU for workshops, Dutch oven cooking, swimming pool, Sports, Games and DANCE!  We will mail out more  detailed information to the campers attending REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  MAY 21ST

 

For more information contact your county OSU extension office at 580-298-5563

BOREN ANNOUNCES TWO GRANTS FOR PUSHMATAHA COUNTY FACILITIES

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Congressman Dan Boren today announced two grants for facilities in Pushmataha County.  Boren announced that the Pushmataha County Jail is the recipient of a $27,145 federal grant to purchase equipment necessary for a cell lock control system, and the Pushmataha Family Medical Center in Clayton will receive a $109,690 grant to purchase radiology equipment.  Both grants are a part of the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities grant program. “It is an honor to announce these resources for Pushmataha County.  I know this funding will greatly assist with improvements to community facilities that play separate, but very important roles in Pushmataha County,” said Boren.  “The grant for the jail will directly improve public safety for each and every citizen by ensuring that criminals stay locked-up.  The grant for the medical center will expand health care services for the citizens of Pushmataha County by giving them greater access to critical, life-saving radiology services.  I look forward to working with USDA Rural Development in the future to acquire grant funding for these types of public safety improvements and other community-based projects. ”

County Commissioner District 1 Jack Matthews says " it will be used to upgrade the jail, it was needed to help with fill the gap with current shortfall on the jail maintenance" The funding announced today is being provided through USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities program, which helps finance essential community facilities for public use in rural areas. These facilities include child care centers, hospitals, medical clinics, assisted-living facilities, fire and rescue stations, police stations, community centers, public buildings and transportation. Through this program, USDA ensures that such facilities are available to all rural residents. Local governments, non-profit organizations, and recognized Indian tribes are eligible to apply for funding. Funding of individual recipients is contingent upon their meeting the terms of the loan or grant agreement.  More information about USDA Rural Development can be found at www.rurdev.usda.gov or http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/OK/.

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