Ciscomani Highlights $2 Million for Critical Buffalo Soldier Trail Improvements

Sierra Vista, AZ - Representative Juan Ciscomani visited Buffalo Soldier Trail in Sierra Vista to highlight the $2 million in federal funding he secured for the design and reconstruction of the critical roadway.

"The $2 million for Buffalo Soldier Trail builds on the more than $10 million I was able to champion for this critical project in prior years, and this additional funding will be a game changer for the Sierra Vista region. As Arizona's sole appropriator, I know how important it is to bring federal investments back to our communities. This critical corridor serves Arizonans every day, and there is no question this project needs federal investment to get across the finish line. I knew this was an important Arizona priority, and I am proud to keep fighting to move this project forward and deliver this vital investment for Sierra Vista," said Representative Ciscomani.

The $2 million in federal funding preliminarily secured through the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill will kickstart long-overdue pavement improvements to Buffalo Soldier Trail. As a critical connector between State Routes 90 and 92, this federally classified Minor Arterial Roadway sees nearly 20,000 vehicles daily and currently serves as the main gateway to Sierra Vista and Fort Huachuca.
Sierra Vista Mayor Clea McCaa applauded Ciscomani's advocacy for the project.

"Representative Juan Ciscomani has been a great partner for Sierra Vista, championing tangible results for our local community with $2 million for the design and reconstruction of Buffalo Soldier Trail. Nearly 20,000 vehicles travel this roadway every day, making this investment critical to keeping our community connected to Fort Huachuca and the surrounding region. Buffalo Soldier Trail is more than a road, it is a vital gateway for the families, workers, businesses, and military personnel who make Sierra Vista home. This federal funding moves us one step forward on a project that will improve this critical roadway and strengthen the Sierra Vista region for years to come. We are grateful for Representative Ciscomani's relentless leadership in bringing federal resources back to Southern Arizona and investing in vital infrastructure that will benefit generations to come,"said Mayor McCaa.

Ahead of touring the Buffalo Soldier Trail, Representative Ciscomani addressed local leaders at the Cochise County Mayor and Manager Luncheon, outlining how this investment will transform Sierra Vista and neighboring communities. This $2 million investment in the Buffalo Soldier Trail project builds on the $10.79 million already delivered for the project in previous years and is part of the $42.7 million in Community Project Funding Representative Ciscomani has preliminarily secured to bring critical investments back home to Arizona's Sixth Congressional District.

Watch Representative Ciscomani discuss the project HERE.

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