Legislature will be asked to do more as the pandemic requires more online time for work, school, and social contact.
Federal funds will go toward the state’s Broadband Expansion Grant program.
Local businesses are still hurting, and many are just beginning to return to normal.
Trump’s “Reconnect” America program has garnered $1.6 billion in funding from Congress to expand broadband. Biden is calling for a $20 billion investment.
GOP refused to fund reconstruction of the East-West corridor in 2017.
Construction to begin in 2022 on County Highway F near Blanchardville.
$75 million added, but $1.4 billion in repairs needed
But the $75 million is far from what's needed for potholes, bridges and more
Money will pay for 152 projects in nearly every county across the state
Public meeting shows frustration at years of budget cuts
