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“EARMARK DECLARATION” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Energy was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E321-E323 on Feb. 24, 2009.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
EARMARK DECLARATION
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HON. MARK E. SOUDER
of indiana
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Mr. SOUDER. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the House Republican standards on earmarks, I am submitting the following information regarding earmarks I received as part of H.R. 1105, the Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: The Renaissance Pointe YMCA.
Entity: YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne.
Address: 347 W. Berry, Suite 500, Fort Wayne, IN 46802.
Amount: $142,000.
Justification for use of Federal taxpayer dollars: This project would provide a landmark facility in a depressed area to help children and families through education, arts, and recreation programs. Similar revitalization efforts have been successful in the state of Indiana, and this project can be used as a model for revitalization in depressed areas across the United States. Federal appropriations are needed for the following reasons: (1) the high cost of preparing a Brownfield site for construction, which would not be applicable under normal circumstances; (2) those in the community directly served by this YMCA are prevented from making large contributions to this project due to socioeconomic circumstances.
Finance Plan: All of the funds would be used for construction on the Brownfield site.
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: Fort Wayne International Runway 5-23 Shoulder Reconstruction Project.
Entity: Fort Wayne Allen County Airport Authority.
Address: Lt. Paul Baer Terminal, Suite 209 Fort Wayne, IN 46809-3194.
Amount: $817,000.
Justification for use of federal taxpayer dollars: As a result of the Annual Airport Certification/Safety Inspection conducted on September 5-6, 2006, the following comment/recommendation was provided by Birkely M. Rhodes, Airport Certification/Safety Inspector (AC/SI): ``The Runway 5-23 shoulders have deteriorated well beyond maintenance levels. Plan and program a repaving project.''
This proposed reconstruction project would allow the airport to be in compliance with the above AC/SI recommendation. This project will provide for the reconstruction of approximately 5,150 lineal feet of existing shoulders, adjacent to Runway 5-23, with new 25' paved asphalt shoulders. The project scope will include the removal of the existing shoulders, grading/drainage improvements, new runway edge lights, and paving of the new shoulders.
Finance Plan: Specific to this request, about $4M has been spent on this project over the last 3 years, in the first two phases. The local source of funding is Airport Revenues. The requested funding would be allocated to the Construction and Services During Construction
(inspection) contracts, as well as reimbursement for Design contract to the Authority. All costs identified and incurred are AIP-eligible.
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: Career and Technical Education Program.
Entity: Grace College and Seminary.
Address: 200 Seminary Lane, Suite 333, Winona Lake, 46590.
Amount: $95,000.
Justification for use of Federal taxpayer dollars: Funds will provide a more non-traditional education opportunity for adult learners through special programs that can be accessed electronically as well as on site during evenings and weekends. This program will help better educate the workforce of northern Indiana, and provide access to educational opportunities to minorities and other underserved segments of the population. Northern Indiana is one of the hardest hit areas in the country during this economic downturn.
Finance Plan:
Budget
Equipment.......................................................$30,000
Course prep......................................................60,000
Administration..................................................250,000
Learning House fees..............................................70,000
Training.........................................................50,000
Faculty.........................................................150,000
Project sustainability..........................................500,000
Marketing.......................................................140,000
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: Literacy and Graduation Rate Improvement for Goshen's English as a Second Language (ESL) Students.
Entity: Goshen Community Schools.
Address: 721 E. Purl St., Goshen, IN 46526.
Amount: $285,000.
Justification for use of Federal taxpayer dollars: These funds will allow Goshen Community schools to purchase and implement a technology system that will help our schools' ESL students overcome their language barriers to learning and improve their literacy skills so they can successfully graduate from school on time with their English speaking peers. Goshen Community Schools is a public school corporation in northern Indiana with a high percentage (currently 37 percent) of ESL students.
Finance Plan:
Program Description Budget Amount
Staff Development (SIOP) Training...............................$20,000
Substitutes for Teachers being Trained............................4,000
Staff Trainer integration of computer software...................78,000
Computer Hardware and ESL Software..............................165,000
Curriculum Resources..............................................4,000
Literacy Materials for middle and high school....................14,000
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285,000
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: Middlebury Economic Development.
Entity: Town of Middlebury/ Redevelopment Commission.
Address: 418 N. Main Street, P.O. Box 812, Middlebury, IN 46540.
Amount: $95,000.
Justification for use of Federal taxpayer dollars: This money will help Middlebury develop a comprehensive city plan for economic development that takes into account infrastructure needs, land use planning, downtown redevelopment while balancing the needs of the large Amish population with that of the larger community.
Finance Plan: All of the funds will be used to construct a comprehensive city plan for economic development.
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: Energy Efficient Electronics Cooling Project.
Entity: Parker Hannifin/Climate Systems Division.
Address: 10801 Rose Avenue, New Haven, Indiana 46774.
Amount: $951,000.
Justification for use of Federal taxpayer dollars: The national significance of this project relates to the expressed goal of Congress and the White House to reduce energy consumption in this country to further enhance our national energy security. Due to the national interest in energy security, one of the focuses of the Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is the improvement of heating and cooling systems in buildings. The website quotes this important goal as follows: ``By conducting R&D in cooperation with industry partners, DOE seeks to accelerate the development and introduction of highly efficient heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning systems, and water-heating technologies.'' (http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/tech/hvac/)
The Energy Efficient Electronics Cooling Project will further this important federal goal by involving industry partners in research and development to accelerate the development and introduction of highly efficient air-conditioning systems, especially for data centers. The project will also advance national security by reducing the vulnerability of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems by reducing or eliminating the risk of mechanical failure of systems due to heat-induced data management failure. Because of these national benefits, the federal government rightly deserves a facilitating role in this technology's realization.
Finance Plan: All of the funds will be used in research and development to accelerate the development and introduction of highly efficient air-conditioning systems, especially for data centers
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: Bass Modernization Initiative.
Entity: University of St. Francis.
Address: 2701 Spring Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46808.
Amount: $100,000.
Justification for use of Federal taxpayer dollars: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1903 Bass Mansion, the former home of local industrialist John Bass, is an architectural wonder with winding staircases, original wall coverings and painted murals, hand-
carved fireplaces, and other amenities unique to the Victorian era. The University is seeking to restore the Bass Mansion to its rightful place as one of Fort Wayne's great community resources.
Federal funds to support this project will enable the University to re-open the Bass Mansion to the community in a significant way, with historic collections on display and rooms available for community-based events.
Finance Plan: A recent survey by an architectural and engineering firm has identified a three-phase renovation and restoration plan at an estimated cost of $6,000,000. Specific priorities include: general roof stabilization as well as replacement of flat roofs; foundation repair, a drainage system and sealing; mechanical/electrical replacement and updating; elevator installation; selected interior wall surface treatment; floor and stair repair; mortar joint pointing and repair, and door and window repair. St. Francis University has a fundraising effort underway, with more than $2,500,000 already raised.
Bill: H.R. 1105--Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.
Project Name: Health Sciences Laboratory Construction and Equipment Initiative.
Entity: University of Saint Francis.
Address: 2701 Spring Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46808.
Amount: $190,000.
Justification for use of Federal taxpayer dollars: The national shortage of nurses and other health care professionals is well documented. The University of Saint Francis has built a strong reputation as an educational leader in the health care industry. The university seeks to graduate high quality students with strong backgrounds in areas of great need to the medical profession, especially nursing. Through its undergraduate and graduate teaching, laboratory experiences and community outreach efforts, the University contributes significantly to the advancement of scientific learning and skilled health care professionals working in both the Fort Wayne region and nationwide.
Federal resources to support this initiative will further enhance the value of education in the biological and health sciences and the quality of the professional healthcare workforce in the Fort Wayne Region. The University of Saint Francis plans to construct a health sciences laboratory and purchase needed equipment in order to provide the next generation of health care professionals with the most modern and technologically up-to-date education possible.
Finance Plan: Funds will be used for the construction of a health sciences laboratory and to purchase needed equipment.
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