(Released February 16, 1961. Dated February 15, 1961)
Dear Governor ----------------
I urge prompt consideration
of specific action at every level of government in this country to invigorate
our economy, including acceleration of State and local projects that are
genuinely useful and will provide immediate jobs and business help. I also
personally want to emphasize the fact that the Federal Government has released
for obligation this month $724 million for the Federal Aid Highway Program
and $350 million in appropriations for direct Federal construction and
construction grants primarily for hospitals, schools in federally affected
areas, and waste treatment facilities. Use of these funds is now largely
dependent on State and local action. I will appreciate your cooperation
to speed these and other needed public programs to strengthen the economy
in your area and throughout the Nation.
JOHN F. KENNEDY