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105 S. Long Street Post Office Box 339 East Spencer, North Carolina 28039 Telephone: (704) 636-7111 Fax: (704) 639-7734 Website: wvvw.eastspencer.gov "HOME OF HERITAGE & PROMISE" Alderman Shawn Rush 105 S. Long St. East Spencer, NC 28039 srush@eastspencer.gov (704) 636-7111 2/20/2025 The Honorable Congressman Addison McDowell 1032 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Dear Congressman McDowell, I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your exceptional leadership and dedication in spearheading the campaign to secure an interchange for the Town of East Spencer. This project is more than just an infrastructure development, it represents a pivotal moment in our town's history. For over 70 years, East Spencer has remained isolated, facing significant challenges in terms of accessibility and economic opportunity. The poverty rate in our town has consistently been higher than the state and national averages and the lack of connectivity has compounded these struggles. However, thanks to your efforts. we are now on the cusp of a transformation. The new interchange will bring much-needed relief to our community, opening up greater access to opportunities, jobs, and resources that have long been out of reach. It will also pave the way for future growth and investment providing a solid foundation for the town to thrive. Your work in advocating for this project will undoubtedly improve the lives of countless residents, lifting East Spencer from decades of isolation and providing new hope for a brighter future. We are truly grateful for your tireless commitment to our community's needs. Your leadership has made a lasting impact, and we look forward to the positive changes that will follow. On behalf of the residents of East Spencer, thank you once again for your unwavering support and for giving our town a voice. Sincerely, Shawn Rush Alderman Town of East Spencer OST-2025-1200 Page 01314 Sierra Club v. Dept. of Transp. - 3:25-cv-06221 SC_EVERSPLIT0024501