San Mateo Sun

The US Economic Development Administration awarded East Palo Alto a grant worth $5,500,000 to help fund a project in San Mateo County.

The grant was awarded on Sept. 4. The EDA describes the grant as follows:

"This EDA investment funds the construction of critical stormwater infrastructure in the city of East Palo Alto, California, to migitate the aftermath of the 2017 floods. The upgrades and improvements to the water facilities and lines will help prevent future flooding and bring economic stability to the Ravenswood Redevelopment Area, which is located in an Opportunity Zone. Once completed, the project will promote business resiliency, attract private investment, and create jobs throughout the region."