Governor Nixon collecting recovery ideas and projects from across the state with new online portal

Today, Governor Nixon launched a new website at http://transform.mo.gov/ to collect ideas and proposals for projects that will use economic recovery money to create jobs and spark economic growth.

Here's a snippet from the Governor's welcome:

The federal recovery act gives us a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform the future of our state. If we don’t take advantage of this opportunity, our economy will remain mired in the past. That must not happen. As Governor, I am committed to maximizing the benefit of these federal resources to create jobs for Missourians and to move our economy forward.

Under my Transform Missouri Initiative, we will invest these federal resources in three broad areas: developing our human capital; enhancing our information and transportation infrastructure; and embracing emerging technologies. To get this important process, we need to hear from you:

• What ideas do you have for projects that could transform Missouri?
• How could federal recovery funds help your small business grow?
• What does this opportunity mean for your family?

Information and details for submitting proposals can be found at the Transform Missouri Initiative website.