Department of Commerce invests in supply chain infrastructure in San Bernardino

The Inland Valley Development Agency has been awarded a $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) to make improvements to supply chain and transportation infrastructure in San Bernardino.

“The Biden Administration is committed to using every tool in our toolbox to alleviate supply chain bottlenecks,” said Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo. “This EDA investment will deliver the infrastructure that the San Bernardino International Airport needs to enhance supply chain movement at Southern California’s only air cargo sort facility.”

The project will enhance access and circulation at the San Bernardino International Airport to support increased commercial cargo capacity, creating an estimated 830 jobs and generating $2.5 million in private investment. The grant will connect San Bernardino’s Sterling Avenue through 3rd Street and into Perimeter Road and will be matched with $762,878 in local funds.

“The Economic Development Administration is pleased to support the Inland Valley Development Agency as it seeks to build a dynamic and resilient regional economy,” said Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development Alejandra Y. Castillo. “The improved infrastructure to be implemented with this EDA investment, combined with San Bernardino International Airport’s new air cargo logistics center, will help efficiently get products to consumers.”