Evers Directs $36 Million in ARPA Funds to Projects Axed by Republican Lawmakers

Friday, November 3rd, 2023 -- 8:01 AM

(Bob Hague, WRN) Governor Tony Evers announces he’s investing $36 million in building projects around Wisconsin.

The projects were excluded from the 2023-25 Capital Budget by Republican legislators. Evers said Thursday the projects will support over 400 jobs and nearly $68 million in economic activity,  with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act.

About $15 million will go toward the Janesville Sports and Convention Center. The governor said that will generate an estimated $13 million in community economic impact and provide a regional venue. The other projects are located in Milwaukee Green Bay and Door County.

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