WASHINGTON, D.C. – Decatur County REMC is receiving a $5 million loan through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Thursday $1.4 billion in loan guarantees to improve the delivery of electric power to rural communities in 21 states.
Decatur County REMC received the 5-million dollars to build or improve 49 miles of line, and make other system improvements. The loan amount includes $96,900 for smart grid projects.
The Greensburg-based company is the only recipient in Indiana.
