Tulsa World
By Staff Reports
Published: 1/12/20111:22 PM
Last Modified: 1/12/20113:45 PM
TAHLEQUAH -- The Cherokee Nation plans to spend $55-$60 million over the next several years for roads in Adair County, officials said.
Michael Lynn, Cherokee Nation roads program director, said the tribe will spend Federal Indian Reservation Roads funds and construct nearly 60 miles of roads over the next several years. Additional support will be provided from tribally generated funds.
“The Cherokee Nation is extremely pleased to have this agreement approved by the entire Adair County Board of County Commissioners," Lynn said in a release. "By having this cooperative agreement executed, both federal and Cherokee Nation funds will be used to improve roads and bridges within Adair County. Safe roads and bridges are a vital part of creating strong Cherokee communities."
According to a news release, the Cherokee Nation now has cooperative roads projects agreements with all 14 counties that fall within the tribe's boundaries. Adair County entered into the agreement when the county’s board of commissioners unanimously voted to do so on Jan. 3.
“It’s good to see progress in building a relationship with Adair County,” said Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chad Smith in a release. “Everyone benefits from infrastructure improvements. It’s good to see the Roads Program move forward with the County.”
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