April 28, 2023

Torres Selects 15 Inland Empire Projects for FY24 Community Project Funding

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced that she submitted 15 proposed community projects, which if funded, would bring a total of $43,398,961 directly to California's 35th Congressional District. The submissions were made to the House Appropriations Committee as it kicks off the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Community Project Funding process. During FY22 and FY23, Congresswoman Torres secured $34 million for community projects to benefit Inland Empire residents.

"As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, which oversees all federal spending, I continue to deliver federal resources to the Inland Empire and advance local projects at the federal level," said Congresswoman Torres. "This year we had many impressive applications for community project funding, and these 15 projects will invest in our shared priorities, including public safety, accessible public transportation, affordable housing, clean drinking water, and local infrastructure. It is my hope that even in a divided government Congress will continue to work in a bipartisan manner to fund these investments.

"Guiding me during this year's process was all the feedback that I received from my constituents, including calls, letters, emails, survey responses, and more. Because this input is so essential to the work that I do on behalf of California's 35th District, I encourage all community members to get involved. I thank everyone who submitted proposals and look forward to working together to build a better future for Inland Empire residents," added Congresswoman Torres.

Below are the fifteen projects Congresswoman Torres submitted to the House Appropriations Committee for funding. Additional information regarding this year's projects can be found HERE.

  • CARE Team K9 Suicide Prevention and Intervention Program ($1,054,320) – The funding would be used for mental health support and suicide prevention for first responders and law enforcement through the use of education, resources, and K9s.
  • Downtown Fontana Revitalization Project ($2,500,000) – The funding would be used to create essential infrastructure improvements to enhance pedestrian access and safety, promote public safety, and support economic development in downtown.
  • Downtown Upland Main Street Economic Recovery and Revitalization Project – Phase 3 Rehabilitation of the Historic Downtown Upland Metrolink Station ($2,000,000) – The funding would be used to fully rehabilitate, restore and revitalize the Historic Downtown Upland Metrolink Station to encourage an increase in ridership and create a destination plaza that attracts visitors and residents to patron the businesses within the Historic Depot and vicinity.
  • Eastvale Limonite Gap Closure Project ($3,000,000) – The funding would be used to construct a divided four-lane facility with 11-foot travel lanes, extend bicycle and pedestrian facilities, build a 320-foot bridge over Cucamonga Creek Channel, and provide a regional east-west connection from SR-71 to I-15.
  • Montclair Transcenter Facilities Enhancement Project ($5,600,000) – The funding would be used to provide upgrades to existing bus facilities including new benches, trash bins, directional signage, a bicycle storage facility, and security and information center kiosk.
  • Monte Vista Water District State Street Pipeline Replacement Project - Phase II ($3,440,000) – The funding would be used to increase the reliability of their distribution system by replacing the failing pipeline which is past its useful life.
  • Ontario Euclid Avenue Recycled Water System Expansion ($3,785,041) – The funding would be used to build out approximately 13 miles of recycled water infrastructure.
  • Ontario Well-50 Ion Exchange Treatment Facility ($5,700,000) – The funding would be used to reestablish the use of an existing out-of-service drinking water supply well.
  • Ontario International Airport Reconstruction & Realignment of East Avion and Jurupa Street ($2,000,000) – The funding would be used to reconstruct, widen, and realign the primary public roadway used to access the south side of the airport property.
  • Pomona Emergency Operation Center and Fire Station 182 ($4,100,000) – The funding would be used for the design and build a brand-new Emergency Operations Center (EOC) with state-of-the-art technology.
  • Pomona House of Ruth Domestic Violence Shelter and Outreach Facility Rehabilitation ($1,049,600) – The funding would be used to refurbish the shelter and outreach facilities.
  • Pomona STAY Girls Home ($1,250,000) – The funding would be used to support the development and expansion of the STAY Program, specifically for young women 18-25.
  • Rancho Cucamonga Local Circulator and Last Mile Transportation Project ($2,000,000) – The funding would be used to develop and test a zero-emission multi-passenger shuttle service and e-bike program that connects Cucamonga Station with other regional transit connectors and key retail, dining, and residential locations in the Southeast quadrant of Rancho Cucamonga.
  • San Bernardino Prado Regional Park Tent Campground Restroom and Shower Facility ($2,920,000) – The funding would be used to install a new restroom and shower facility at Prado Park's campground.
  • San Bernardino Septic-to-Sewer Conversion Project – Phase 1 ($3,000,000) – The funding would be used for the installation of a sewer mainline to do septic sewer conversion.