Post by Woody Williams on Aug 30, 2005 22:06:51 GMT -5
For immediate release: August 30, 2005
The 2005 State Budget Committee has allotted to the DNR over $20 million of its $70,915,559 biannual capital budget. This money will be utilized for capital improvements at various DNR properties.
"This is exciting progress for the DNR and the entire state," said Kyle Hupfer, Director of the DNR. "Over the past four years, while the legislature has appropriated over $144 million to the DNR for capital projects, the DNR was only allowed to actually utilize $62 million of that overall capital funding amount. As a result, there are a significant number of capital projects that are in need of being addressed. Because of Governor Daniel's commitment to have a balanced budget come out of the
legislature this past session, the DNR is now in a position to receive all of its appropriated capital funds during this biennium."
The DNR has been spending a considerable amount of time prioritizing capital projects around the state. The first projects being completed are those where a risk of a complete loss of a building or public safety is an issue. After that, projects will be prioritized based upon the potential for a positive economic impact to the DNR and/or surrounding communities.
"I would like to thank the Indiana General Assembly for these much-needed capital funds," said Hupfer. "Senator Meeks and Rep. Espich, in particular, are providing excellent leadership on the State Budget Committee to ensure that the tax dollars allotted to DNR for capital projects are being spent on improvements where they are needed most."
Hupfer added, "During my seven months with the DNR, I have seen firsthand how precious our state properties are to our fellow Hoosiers. I appreciate that the State Legislature respects the incredible responsibility we bear in taking care of these properties for future generations."
Over the next few weeks, the DNR will visit locations around the state to announce specific projects.
Reporters contact: Kim Brant, DNR communications director, 317-232-4003,
kbrant@dnr.IN.gov
The 2005 State Budget Committee has allotted to the DNR over $20 million of its $70,915,559 biannual capital budget. This money will be utilized for capital improvements at various DNR properties.
"This is exciting progress for the DNR and the entire state," said Kyle Hupfer, Director of the DNR. "Over the past four years, while the legislature has appropriated over $144 million to the DNR for capital projects, the DNR was only allowed to actually utilize $62 million of that overall capital funding amount. As a result, there are a significant number of capital projects that are in need of being addressed. Because of Governor Daniel's commitment to have a balanced budget come out of the
legislature this past session, the DNR is now in a position to receive all of its appropriated capital funds during this biennium."
The DNR has been spending a considerable amount of time prioritizing capital projects around the state. The first projects being completed are those where a risk of a complete loss of a building or public safety is an issue. After that, projects will be prioritized based upon the potential for a positive economic impact to the DNR and/or surrounding communities.
"I would like to thank the Indiana General Assembly for these much-needed capital funds," said Hupfer. "Senator Meeks and Rep. Espich, in particular, are providing excellent leadership on the State Budget Committee to ensure that the tax dollars allotted to DNR for capital projects are being spent on improvements where they are needed most."
Hupfer added, "During my seven months with the DNR, I have seen firsthand how precious our state properties are to our fellow Hoosiers. I appreciate that the State Legislature respects the incredible responsibility we bear in taking care of these properties for future generations."
Over the next few weeks, the DNR will visit locations around the state to announce specific projects.
Reporters contact: Kim Brant, DNR communications director, 317-232-4003,
kbrant@dnr.IN.gov
Dayum ! First the Tennessee decision , and now this ! This is some excellent news ! 