[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 98 (Friday, June 26, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1589-E1590]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          EARMARK DECLARATION

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                        HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 25, 2009

  Mr. ADERHOLT. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership 
standards on earmarks, I am submitting the following information 
regarding earmarks I received as part of H.R. 2847, the Commerce, 
Justice, and Science Appropriations Bill:
  Requesting Member: Aderholt
  Bill Number: H.R. 2296, Department of the Interior, Environment, and 
Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  Account: National Park Service, Save America's Treasures
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of Fort Payne
  Address of Requesting Entity: City of Fort Payne, 100 Alabama Ave., 
NW, Fort Payne, AL 35967
  Description of Request: ``Historic Fort Payne Coal and Iron Building 
Rehabilitation, $150,000''
  The funding would allow Fort Payne to create the construction 
documents, let bids, and begin the phased rehabilitation of an 
important landmark. The building will house a cultural center, which 
will serve the entire county. Taxpayer Justification: This building is 
located in the Fort Payne Boom Town Historical District (National 
Register #88000444), and upon completion of renovation, will be a 
valuable asset in stimulating cultural tourism and raising awareness of 
our heritage. The $150,000.00 appropriation will be applied to the 
project in the following manner: $40,000 for the completion of the 
design phase (creation of construction documents); $30,000 for the 
rehabilitation of the roof system; $30,000 for the renovation of the 
exterior of the building; $50,000 for the installation of HVAC, 
plumbing and electrical components.

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  Requesting Member: Aderholt
  Bill Number: H.R. 2296, Department of the Interior, Environment, and 
Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  Account: National Park Service, Save America's Treasures
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of Montevallo
  Address of Requesting Entity: UM Station 6130, Montevallo, AL 35115
  Description of Request: ``Historic Montevallo Main Hall Renovation'', 
$150,000
  Provide $150,000 to fund interior and exterior renovation and an 
upgrade to existing safety codes. Priorities include upgrades to fire 
and life safety systems, HVAC systems, elevators, and toilet and shower 
rooms; enhancements to interior cosmetics and furnishings; and an 
exterior renovation. Taxpayer Justification: This building anchors the 
Montevallo campus and is a prominent feature of the Olmsted Brother's 
1930 Master Plan. Main Hall was placed on the National Register of 
Historic Places in 1978. This project's budget is $2.5 million. Within 
the budget is $150,000 for stone and masonry work, $300,000 for metal 
cornice repairs, $250,000 for exterior painting, $1,600,000 for 
windows, and $200,000 for professional services. This request is 
consistent with the intended and authorized purpose of the National 
Park Service, Save America's Treasures account. The University of 
Montevallo will meet or exceed all statutory requirements for match 
funding where applicable.
  Requesting Member: Aderholt
  Bill Number: H.R. 2296, Department of the Interior, Environment, and 
Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  Account: STAG, Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Project
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of Sulligent
  Address of Requesting Entity: City of Sulligent, 5795 Highway 278, 
Sulligent, AL 35586
  Description of Request: ``Water Supply Project'', $500,000''
  The funding would be used for the planning, design, and construction 
of an additional water supply well, an additional water storage tank, 
and a booster pumping station, all to provide an additional source of 
potable water and to increase system pressures. Taxpayer Justification: 
This funding will help meet the water needs of a growing population. 
The proposed project consists of the design and construction of a new 
water supply well and new water storage tank. The project budget 
includes $315,000 for the construction of a new water supply well, 
$600,000 for the construction of a new water storage tank, and $75,000 
for the construction of a booster pumping station. In addition, the 
budget includes $110,000 for engineering services for a total estimated 
project cost of $1,100,000.

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