Torrington is due next week to collect a $500,000 federal check to improve its downtown streetscape, authorities say.
Congressman John B. Larson will take part in the grant announcement and check presentation at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Torrington City Hall.
The money from the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration is earmarked to finish streetscape improvements from East Main Street to City Hall Avenue, officials said.
Following the grant announcement, Congressman Larson will visit the town’s Sullivan Senior Center, 88 East Albert St., to meet with residents and talk about issues such as health care reform, taxes, and the economy.
