Washington, Oct. 27 -- Congressman Gabe Amo issued the following press release:
Cumberland, RI - TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01) joined local leaders today to celebrate the completion of a $1.2 million stormwater infrastructure project along Industrial Road, helping Cumberland address chronic flooding in its largest commercial area and better protect the businesses, workers, and infrastructure that keep its economy moving.
Industrial Road is Cumberland's largest commercial area and business park, home to more than 30 businesses. During increasingly frequent heavy rainstorms, outdated drainage infrastructure has contributed to flooding that disrupts business operations, delays deliveries, and can prevent employees from getting to work...