Today, Rep. Henry Cuellar announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a $789,000 loan and awarded a $640,000 grant to the City of Cotulla. The combined total of $1,429,000 will be used to improve 1,384 water connections, which includes approximately 30,900 linear feet of water lines.

“I am always pleased when the federal government makes a concerted effort to help communities in need. The infrastructure improvements that will be generated from this funding will have a profound impact on those who live in Cotulla, and I congratulate the City of Cotulla on the receipt of this award,” Rep. Cuellar said.

The proposed pipelines will replace old and undersized lines, and will also provide residents with adequate water supply and pressure.

“I commend the exceptional work that Congressman Cuellar is doing for us in Washington. He truly has the best interest of our citizens in mind,” said Cotulla Mayor Abel Gonzalez. “He understands our needs and always comes through for his constituents. The citizens of Cotulla are very appreciative of everything he continues to do to help improve our infrastructure.”

The money for this project was made available through the Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant program offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development Office.

“When federal funding is applied to local projects, the citizens of Texas experience an improved quality of life.  Securing progress and the continued well-being of my constituents is very important to me,” said Cuellar.

Congressman Henry Cuellar is a member of the House Homeland Security, Small Business, and Agriculture Committees in the 110th Congress; accessibility to constituents, education, health care, economic development and national security are his priorities. Congressman Cuellar is also a Senior Whip.
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