While we recognize the difficulties involved in providing funding for new starts, we cannot stress how important the construction phase for these projects begin as soon as possible. I would like to note that all of these projects have been authorized by the Water Resources Development Act. The economy of the region depends directly upon the health of its beaches. Unless construction begins in fiscal year 2002, I am concerned that the economies of the beach-towns within the scope of these projects will be seriously damaged.
Robert Torricelli: “While we recognize the difficulties involved in providing funding for new starts, we cannot stress how important the…”
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Discussing the importance of timely funding for beach construction projects.
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