JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Senator John Hoeven and Congressman Kevin Cramer announced that the U.S. Department of Rural Development has announced more than $29 million for infrastructure development in both Jamestown and Williston.

Approximately $20.8 million will be given to Jamestown for various projects including the Jamestown College Foundation, Inc. and Jamestown Rural Fire District (JRFD).

The USDA funds were allocated through the Community Facilities Direct Loan Program as a part of a $291 million nationwide investment to build and better infrastructure in America’s rural communities.

“The ability to respond quickly and fight fires is vital for our communities, and today’s Rural Development loans will help ensure crews in the Jamestown and Williston areas have the training and support services they need to help protect their communities,” Hoeven said. “The loans will also help the University of Jamestown continue to provide a quality education to its students.”

Jamestown College Foundation, Inc. will receive $18 million to finance the purchase of four buildings currently owned by the University of Jamestown. The buildings are the Harold Newman Multi-Use Facility, Foss Wellness Center, Larson Sports and Academic Complex, and the Reiland Fine Arts Center. An additional $2 million has been provided in other federal assistance to complete the purchase.

JRFD received $2.8 million to renovate and expand the new JRFD fire hall serving the residents of Stutsman County. JRFD has provided the additional $105,893 to complete the project.