The state government released about $66 million in funding for public higher education, regionalization of 911 call centers and weatherization of public housing projects around the state.
Gov. Deval Patrick announced that $55 million would be made available to the 29 public higher education institutions in the state, which includes $3 million in scholarship funds and about $750,000 in dual enrollment programs. It is part of more than $2 billion the state has received in federal stimulus funding specifically for education.
The state also announced $10 million in grants to help communities create regional 911 call centers. Another $2 million in similar grants is expected to be released in October. Worcester is receiving a $1.6 million grant for a call center that would serve up to 10 communities.
About $981,000 was also made available for weatherization of 10 public housing complexes across the state, including in Acton and Foxborough. The money came from $25 million in stimulus funds the state received for energy efficiency upgrades.
