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Upton Statement on Harbor Shores

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Fred Upton (R-St. Joseph) released the following statement in response to the recent developments surrounding the Harbor Shores project:

“Given the complex nature of the permit, it is routine for applications to be returned for clarification.  I appreciate the diligence of the National Park Service to ensure that procedure is followed accordingly and by the book to ensure that this project will benefit the entire community, all the while preserving the integrity of Jean Klock Park.

“I initiated a productive conference call earlier this week with the DNR, Governor’s office, and Park officials to review the Park Service letter, and I am confident that the Park Service, along with state and local officials, will continue working together towards a successful resolution, and we will all be better off for it.

“While it is remarkable that a three decades old, $50,369.75 federal grant for bathrooms at Jean Klock Park, that have been long since torn down, has resulted in the minor delay, it is imperative that every ‘i’ is dotted and ‘t’ is crossed on a project of this magnitude that will transform the entire region.

“Benton Harbor is in the midst of a renaissance, and Harbor Shores and the thousands of jobs it will create will further accelerate that renewal to the benefit of our entire community.”

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