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Can You Help 2880 E?

11/14/2024

Support the City of Roberts in Securing a $100,000 Grant for the Replacement of 2880 E

The City of Roberts is excited to announce an opportunity to apply for a $100,000 grant to begin the replacement of the crucial 2880 E roadway. This project is a vital step in improving the infrastructure that serves our community, local businesses, and the agricultural industry. As part of the grant application process, we are requesting citizens, businesses, and agricultural stakeholders to show their support by writing letters in favor of this important initiative. 

Why is this Project Important?

The replacement of 2880 E is essential for several reasons:

  • Safety: The current condition of the road poses a safety risk to drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Repairing and upgrading the road will reduce the risk of accidents and create a safer environment for all.

  • Economic Growth: A new, improved 2880 E will provide better access to local businesses, making it easier for customers to visit and for products to be transported. This will have a direct positive impact on the economy of Roberts and surrounding areas.

  • Support for Agriculture: As a community deeply connected to agriculture, the replacement of this road is critical for our farming and ranching industries. Farmers and agricultural businesses rely on the efficient transport of goods, and a better road will streamline the movement of products to markets, reducing costs and improving profitability.

  • Community Benefits: In addition to the direct benefits to businesses and agriculture, this project will enhance the overall quality of life in Roberts. Improved infrastructure will lead to more convenient commutes for residents, increased property values, and a greater sense of pride in our community.

How You Can Help

To ensure that the City of Roberts has the best chance of receiving this grant, we are asking for your support. A  letter demonstrating how the replacement of 2880 E would benefit you, your business, or your agricultural operation will strengthen our application.

Here’s how you can contribute:

  1. Write a Letter of Support: Share your thoughts on how the road replacement will improve your daily life, help your business grow, or benefit the local agricultural community. Be specific about the challenges you currently face and how this project will make a difference.

  2. Submission Guidelines:

    • Include your Name and Home Address in the letter.
    • Sign your letter.
    • Letters should be addressed to:
      "Whom it May Concern"

  3. Submission Options:

    • Mailing Address:
      City of Roberts
      PO Box 242
      Roberts, ID 83444

    • Email Option: You may also email your signed letter to [email protected]

  4. Deadline for Submission: November 25, 2024

Key Points to Include in Your Letter

  • How the current condition of 2880 E affects your daily life, business, or agricultural operations.
  • The specific benefits you foresee from the road replacement, such as improved safety, easier transportation, or increased business opportunities.
  • Any personal or community stories that highlight the importance of this project.

Your support is critical in helping the City of Roberts secure the funding needed to make this important project a reality. Together, we can create a safer, more efficient, and more prosperous community for everyone.

Thank you for your time and commitment to improving Roberts!