U.S. Sen. Jack Reed (D-R.I.) stopped by Quonset Friday for a tour of the J. Goodison Co. before holding a press conference to celebrate the achievements of the business and announce a new initiative.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Division, or MARAD, last year provided $635,453 in federal funding through the Small Shipyard Grant Program to J. Goodison. The money allowed owner Jack Goodison to purchase a wastewater collection and treatment system for his property. Quonset Development Corp. Managing Director Steve King said the treatment area makes the shipyard more efficient and environmentally friendly.