The City of Palmdale will extend the Metrolink train platform at its transportation center thanks to federal funds.

Congressman Howard “Buck” McKeon helped secure the $470,000 the city received from a federal appropriation bill.

In addition to the train platform extension, the money will also be used to increase and augment small business recruitment and retention through the South Valley WorkSource Center.

Palmdale Mayor Jim Ledford sent a letter to McKeon thanking the congressman for his continued commitment to the Antelope Valley.