Sánchez delivers $450,000 check to Whittier Library

April 22, 2022

NORWALK, CA – On Wednesday, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA) delivered a check in the amount of $450,000 to Whittier Public Library Foundation, highlighting the funding the library received as part of the bipartisan Omnibus Appropriations Agreement.

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The Omnibus Appropriations Agreement—passed by Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden in March—included much-needed investments to lower the cost of living for working families, create good-paying jobs, and address issues we face at home and abroad.

For the first time in over a decade, the package also included funding for Member-specific community projects. Congresswoman Sánchez secured funding for nine community projects requested by community partners in the 38th Congressional District.

"Libraries are incredible resources that benefit everyone in our communities," said Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez. "This funding will be used to refurbish Whittier Central Library and expand its offerings for young learners. I am delighted to be here today to highlight how this funding will help the library continue to serve residents in Whittier and beyond."

Specifically, the funding Congresswoman Sánchez secured will be used to enhance the Children and Youth Services section in Whittier Central Library, including updated furnishings, additional seating, technology stations, a children's story area, and special computers for early learners.

In addition to this project, Congresswoman Sánchez delivered funding for the following community projects (listed in alphabetical order):

$200,000 for the Boys and Girls Club of Whittier.
$322,000 for the City of Bellflower.
$475,000 for the City of La Mirada.
$2 million for the City of La Palma.
$1.72 million for the City of Norwalk.
$2.5 million for the City of Pico Rivera's PFAS Groundwater Treatment Project.
$1.5 million for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works.
$500,000 for The Whole Child's Mental Health and Housing Services Project

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