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Riverside County Supervisors Approve $3.5 Million Funding for Van Buren Sewer Project to Boost Woodcrest Business Development

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors has allocated $3.5 million to extend the Van Buren Sewer Project in Woodcrest, aiming to attract new businesses and improve local infrastructure.

In a significant move to bolster economic development in the unincorporated Woodcrest area, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors approved a $3.5 million funding agreement on September 26, 2023. This allocation is designated to extend a two-and-a-half-mile sewer line along Van Buren Boulevard, a project that has been in the works for several years. The extension of the sewer infrastructure is expected to attract new businesses to the area, addressing a longstanding challenge where potential commercial ventures have been deterred due to inadequate sewer facilities. Chair Kevin Jeffries emphasized the importance of this development, stating, "We have several interested business operators who eagerly want to start business in this area, but they haven’t been able to get started without sewer." He further noted that the completion of this sewer system would lead to businesses establishing themselves closer to residents' homes and would positively impact local public schools by allowing them to move off septic systems. The funding agreement marks the final step in securing the necessary resources for the sewer project, which is anticipated to enhance water quality and support the region's economic growth. By improving essential infrastructure, the county aims to create a more conducive environment for business development, thereby fostering job creation and economic vitality in the Woodcrest community. This initiative reflects the Board of Supervisors' commitment to addressing infrastructure needs as a means to stimulate local economies and improve the quality of life for residents. The successful implementation of the Van Buren Sewer Project is expected to serve as a catalyst for further development and investment in the area.

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Board of Supervisors approve first amendment to fund Van Buren Sewer Project in Woodcrest to increase business development | County of Riverside, CA — rivco.org
[YouTube] Riverside County Board of Supervisors Meeting – September 26, 2023 — youtube.com
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