Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif)
Santa Cruz, CA – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta was joined by Santa Cruz Councilmember Scott Newsome, Supervisor Justin Cummings, and Parks and Rec Director Tony Elliot for a press conference on the Santa Cruz Wharf to announce $3.15 million in federal funding for the Wharf’s Resilience and Rehabilitation Project.
“Repairing and bolstering the Santa Cruz Wharf is crucial for our local culture, livelihoods, and public safety,” said Rep. Panetta. “One in ten jobs in Santa Cruz is generated by the Wharf, so this $3.15 million in federal funding I’ve secured for our community is about more than just rebuilding our past, it’s about creating an economy that is resilient to climate change. I’m proud to have secured this federal funding to make sure that the Congressional power of the purse is felt right here in our 19th Congressional District.”
This latest federal funding for the Wharf reflects Rep. Panetta’s continued staunch advocacy for the iconic structure. After the 2024 Winter Storms, he toured the damage in the immediate aftermath and has continuously supported efforts to unlock federal funding and support.
The funding announced today is what Rep. Panetta worked for to be included in the most recent appropriations package. Rep. Panetta secured over $5.9 million in community project funding for local projects across Santa Cruz County, and a total of over $15 million to fund 14 local projects in California’s 19th Congressional District.
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