Moulton Secures Over $12.1 Million in Community Project Funding for MA-06

SALEM, MA - Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) today announced that he has secured over $12.1 million for 16 community improvement projects in the initial mark-up of FY2027 Appropriations legislation.

Under guidelines issued by the House Appropriations Committee, each Representative is allowed to request funding for a limited number of projects in their districts. Projects are restricted to specific accounts with varying eligibility.

The projects selected by Congressman Moulton this year will improve transportation and water infrastructure, invest in education and libraries, support community health centers, and strengthen climate resiliency across the North Shore and Merrimack Valley.

"Bringing more than $12 million back to our district for 16 projects will help address real needs in our communities from aging roads and water systems to better childcare, education, and technical training, to protecting our coastal cities and towns from climate change," said Congressman Moulton. "I appreciate our local leaders for working alongside us to identify critical needs and deliver for these communities. This funding will make a real difference in people's lives."

Below is the list of selected projects for FY27, with quotes from community stakeholders attached:

Washington Street Improvements (Peabody) | $500,000

Recipient: City of Peabody

Funding will help the City of Peabody repair sidewalks, improve pedestrian crossings, and restore a neglected stretch of Washington Street in a dense, historic, and underserved neighborhood. The project will improve the quality of life and strengthen community connections for residents by making it easier to walk to businesses, bus stops, schools, housing, and historic sites.

"The City of Peabody is grateful for this important support for the Washington Street Preservation Infrastructure Initiative," said Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt Jr. of Peabody. "This investment will help us advance critical improvements to one of our community's most historic and heavily traveled corridors. We appreciate the continued partnership that makes it possible for Peabody to strengthen its infrastructure and improve the quality of life for our residents."

Essex Street Railroad Crossing (Andover) | $850,000

Recipient: Town of Andover

Funding will enable the Town of Andover to make safety improvements to the Essex Street railroad crossing. This high-risk crossing - which has a history of vehicle train strikes - connects downtown Andover, the MBTA commuter rail station, surrounding neighborhoods, and the Historic Mill District, serving drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders every day. In addition to improving safety, the changes will support a more walkable, connected, and economically vibrant downtown corridor.

"The at-grade railroad crossing at Essex Street has been the site of several serious accidents in recent years, underscoring the urgent need to improve safety at this location," said Town Manager Andrew Flanagan. "Enhancing the crossing is a critical component of the Town's broader plan to transform the Essex Street corridor into an area that is safer and easier to navigate for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers. These funds will be critical in supporting the full investment, which will also improve access to key destinations throughout Downtown Andover while supporting continued economic and housing growth in the area. We are grateful to Congressman Moulton for securing this important federal funding for our community."

Middlesex Community College | $1,000,000

Recipient: Middlesex Community College

Funding will enable Middlesex Community College to launch a new Child Watch program on its Bedford campus, providing student-parents with safe, reliable childcare while they attend class, study, or receive academic support. For students balancing school, work, and parenting, quality childcare can be the difference between dropping out and staying on track toward a degree and better job that allows them to support their families.

"President Phil Sisson and Middlesex Community College are profoundly grateful for this extraordinary investment from Congressman Moulton and our federal government, which will transform our campus by bringing to life a long-awaited Child Watch program that parenting students have been dreaming of and advocating for," said Jonathan Crockett, MCC's Coordinator of Essential Needs and Community Resources. "Through focus groups and candid student feedback, the need for this support resonated loudly and consistently across our campus community, and this funding answers that call in the most meaningful way imaginable. This is nothing short of a game changer: a signal to every parenting student that their success, and the wellbeing of their children, is valued, prioritized, and worthy of real, lasting investment. Deeply aligned with our strategic commitment to providing long-term, multi-layered support to parenting students, this funding will open doors that once felt closed, and light a new path forward for students and their families."

North Shore Community College | $1,000,000

Recipient: North Shore Community College

Funding will enable North Shore Community College to build a hands-on microelectronics and semiconductor training lab that connects North Shore students directly to a critical industry that drives economic growth and supports national security. With partners like Raytheon, Axcelis, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, Applied Materials, Analog Devices, and MACOM, the program will create a direct pathway from community college to living-wage jobs and ensure Massachusetts can compete in the semiconductor economy.

Lynn Public Library | $850,000

Recipient: City of Lynn

Funding will make the historic Lynn Public Library more accessible, more functional, and better equipped to serve students, families, seniors, residents with disabilities, and community organizations. A new elevator, ADA-compliant restrooms, improved entrances and circulation areas, modernized building systems, and new spaces for children's programming, teen engagement, group study, and community meetings are planned. The result will be a more welcoming and accessible library that supports literacy, digital access, workforce development, civic engagement, and lifelong learning for residents across Lynn.

"The Lynn Public Library is a place for all to gather, learn and connect," said Mayor Jared C. Nicholson. "Ensuring the building is welcoming to everyone has been a long-term goal, and with this earmark, we will help make sure the library is modern, accessible, and inclusive. We appreciate Congressman Moulton and our library staff for their advocacy to make this space open to all."

Swampscott Library | $850,000

Recipient: Town of Swampscott

Funding will make the historic Swampscott Public Library more accessible for residents of all ages and abilities. Planned improvements to the building will include an ADA-compliant entrance ramp to the lower level of the library which houses the library's most heavily used community spaces, including the Children's Department, Teen Room, Maker Space, and public restrooms. Upgrades will ensure that families, seniors, and residents who rely on mobility aids can fully and safely access the programs, resources, and public spaces the library provides.

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School (Salem) | $850,000

Recipient: City of Salem

Funding will enable the City of Salem to replace rooftop HVAC units at Witchcraft Heights Elementary School, improving indoor air quality and creating a healthier learning environment for students, educators, and staff. By modernizing the building's HVAC system, Salem can improve comfort, support student health, and reduce potential absenteeism tied to poor air quality.

"Salem is committed to investing in all our school buildings to ensure they are safe, healthy, and functioning to further our students' education," said Mayor Dominick Pangallo of Salem. "This funding would help us carry out an essential replacement project for the systems at Witchcraft Heights Elementary School, our largest elementary school in the district. I'm grateful to Representative Moulton and his staff for their work in securing this subcommittee mark-up and am hopeful that it will remain in place through the full legislative process, so this important work can be carried out quickly."

North Beverly Fire Station | $500,000

Recipient: City of Beverly

Funding will enable the City of Beverly to renovate and preserve the North Beverly Fire Station, a 1907 building that continues to play a central role in emergency response. The station houses the busiest engine company in the city, serving residential neighborhoods, a regional airport, Route 128, the commuter rail, industrial sites, commercial properties, low-income housing, and senior housing. Planned improvements will preserve the building's character while ensuring firefighters can continue to respond quickly and safely to emergencies across.

Bedford Sewer Pump Station | $746,868

Recipient: Town of Bedford

Funding will enable the Town of Bedford to upgrade the Carlisle Road/Pollard Inn Lane Sewer Pump Station, improving the system's efficiency and reliability for both existing residences and future housing growth. The upgrade will support a new residential development that includes 84 housing units, 25% of which qualify as affordable. By strengthening this infrastructure, Bedford can support new housing, protect reliable sewer service, and make sure local infrastructure keeps pace with the town's needs.

"The Town of Bedford is grateful to Congressman Moulton for his continued support of critical local infrastructure," said Matthew J. Hanson, Bedford Town Manager. "This funding for the Carlisle Road/Pollard Inn Lane Sewer Pump Station project would help advance an important investment in the reliability of Bedford's aging wastewater system in this part of town. We appreciate Congressman Moulton's advocacy through the appropriations process and look forward to continuing to work with his office as the legislation moves forward."

Newburyport Waste Water Treatment Plant | $746,868

Recipient: City of Newburyport

Funding will enable the City of Newburyport to protect its Waste Water Treatment Plant from flooding by constructing robust floodwalls, installing large capacity pumps, and upgrading the drainage system. The project will provide long-term prevention of significant risks to the community's public health, maintain and improve water quality, and significantly extend the resilience and lifespan of this critical infrastructure.

North Andover Water Treatment Plant Upgrades | $746,868

Recipient: Town of North Andover

Funding will enable North Andover to upgrade its Water Treatment Plant, which will keep drinking water flowing to the entire community during storms, outages, and emergencies. A modern generator, improved transfer switches, and updated control systems will support continuous water service for households, schools, businesses, nursing homes, Merrimack College, and firefighting operations.

"The Town of North Andover is incredibly grateful to Congressman Seth Moulton for securing this critical federal funding," said Melissa Murphy-Rodrigues, North Andover Town Manager. "Our Water Treatment Plant is vital to the community. This investment allows us to replace an obsolete emergency generator system that was a single point of failure for our town. Thanks to Congressman Moulton's leadership, we can guarantee that our residents, our local schools, and our regional healthcare and emergency services will maintain uninterrupted access to safe drinking water and critical fire protection during severe weather events. This is a massive win for municipal resiliency and taxpayer value.

Lynn Community Health Center | $500,000

Recipient: Lynn Community Health Center

Funding will enable Lynn Community Health Center to expand and modernize urgent care services at the largest city in Massachusetts without a hospital. Already serving 1 in 3 Lynn residents, this project will double capacity, reduce pressure on ERs, and provide more patients access to timely, lower-cost care close to home. With advanced diagnostics, integrated behavioral health and crisis support, and modern clinical technology, this project will strengthen health care for Lynn families.

North Shore Community Health | $500,000

Recipient: North Shore Community Health

Funding will enable North Shore Community Health to expand behavioral healthcare for children, teens, and families at the new Salem Family Health Center. New exam rooms, reception areas, telehealth stations, and therapeutic care spaces will allow for safe and dignified care and ensure children receive care earlier, reduce avoidable ER visits, and provide year-round support for families who rely on school-based clinics.

Ipswich Infrastructure Storm Repairs | $950,000

Recipient: Town of Ipswich

Funding will enable Ipswich to upgrade and strengthen culverts and embankments that connect residents, protect public safety, and safeguard the Great Marsh along Town Farm, Labor in Vain, and Topsfield Roads. In addition to protecting local access routes, the infrastructure improvements will make Ipswich more climate resilient and support the long-term health of the Ipswich River watershed and Great Marsh.

"Ipswich is grateful for the continued support of critical infrastructure investments that strengthen our community," said Brendan Sweeney, Ipswich Town Manager. "As a coastal town facing growing vulnerability from severe storms and flooding, these targeted improvements are essential to safeguarding our residents."

Great Marsh Barriers Restoration | $772,700

Recipient: Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management

Funding will help restore the Great Marsh, the largest marsh in New England and one of the North Shore's most important natural assets. Improvements to road-stream crossings in Ipswich, Essex, and Gloucester will restore stream and tidal flow, improve stormwater drainage, enhance fish and wildlife habitat, support aquatic passage, and help the marsh adapt to changing coastal conditions. It will also reduce flood risks and protect the local roads on which residents and emergency responders rely.

"The Great Marsh is one of New England's most significant natural resources, serving as critical habitat for many species, protecting communities from coastal hazards, and providing a wide range of recreational and economic opportunities," said Coastal Zone Management Director Alison Brizius. "CZM is proud to support this partnership as it continues efforts to protect coastal habitat, improve infrastructure, and facilitate marsh migration in response to sea level rise."

UMass Amherst Gloucester Marine Station | $772,700

Recipient: University of Massachusetts Amherst

Funding will enable UMass Amherst to advance the Ann-Margaret Ferrante Living Laboratory at the Gloucester Marine Station, using underwater cameras, sensors, and renewable wave energy technology to monitor marine ecosystems in real time. The project will allow researchers to study native and invasive species, support local industries and municipalities with better coastal data, and create new STEM learning opportunities for middle and high school students. It marks an investment in Gloucester's maritime future and in the resilience of coastal communities across Massachusetts.

"We are so grateful for the Congressman's support," said Katherine Kahl, Director of the Gloucester Marine Station and extension associate professor in the Department of Environmental Conservation. "Gloucester Marine Station is dedicated to working with and for the Commonwealth and our coastal communities to build regional resilience - that means being a place for innovators to research and demonstrate real solutions to intensifying storm impacts on the coast."

Essex River Federal Navigation Project
Congressman Moulton also included language in the Energy and Water Appropriations bill directing the Army Corps of Engineers to use their budget to finish dredging the Essex River. This project - critical to navigation safety and emergency response - was started last year, but not completed. Moulton is continuing to press the federal government to meet its responsibility to maintain the river and help ensure that Essex residents, businesses, and local users can safely access the waterway for years to come.

Additional information on the process governing Community Project Funding requests is available on the House Appropriations Committee website.

In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Congressman Moulton has certified that he, his spouse, and his immediate family have no financial interest in any of the projects he has requested.

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