North Branford To Receive Small Town Economic Assistance Grant

Twelve towns in Connecticut — including North Branford, have been approved to receive funding under the state’s Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP), which assists with infrastructure improvement projects.

“By partnering with our smaller communities, our state can assist towns with infrastructure projects that will help them grow, remain competitive, attract businesses, and bring added value to residents for years to come,” Gov. Dannel Malloy said in a statement. “These STEAP grants allow us to get funding directly to municipalities to complete projects that make Connecticut a better place to work and live.”

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The town is poised to receive $290,000 for the renovation of five existing tennis courts and two basketball courts at the North Branford Intermediate School and High School campus. The proposed all-weather, multi-purpose courts are an essential part to the success of the High School’s Tennis Team and offer increased opportunity for community members to engage and stay active.

So far this year, Malloy announced two rounds of STEAP grants – the first in March and the second in April.