Congressman Higgins & Mayor Frey Announce $376,000 for Dunkirk Harbor 
 
Funding Will Provide Easier Water Access to Dunkirk

 
Dunkirk, NY - April 20, 2009         

Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-27) and City of Dunkirk Mayor Richard Frey announced $376,000 in federal funding for dredging efforts in Dunkirk Harbor.  The funding, secured by Congressman Higgins through the House Energy and Water bill at the request of Mayor Frey, will allow for smoother sailing of recreational and commercial vessels navigating the waters.
 
         "This funding will support work by the Army Corps of Engineers to clear the way for the efficient flow of tourism traffic and commercial goods along this important corridor," said Congressman Higgins, a member of the Congressional Great Lakes Caucus. 
 
         "The Dunkirk Small Boat Harbor is the cornerstone of our summer recreational economy from our multiple world class fishing tournaments to the countless charter businesses, this funding secured by Congressman Higgins will assist these ventures and the City's waterfront revitalization as a whole.  This particular funding illustrates just how well Congressman Higgins knows the needs and challenges of our community and continues to be a great friend of the City of Dunkirk."  Mayor Frey

In addition to Mayor Frey, several local leaders attened the announcment which took place at the Dunkirk Boardwalk Marketplace.  These individuals included Councilman At Large Jim Muscato, 2nd Ward Councilman Kevin Muldowney, Chairman of the Chautauqua County Legislature Keith Ahlstrom, Legislator Shaun Heenan, County Executive Gregory Edwards and Members of the Dunkirk Harbor Commission.

A copy of the formal full release from Congressman Higgins office can be found below or at http://higgins.house.gov/default.asp 

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