Three Ballard-area shipyards received federal stimulus funds set apart for shipyards by the Obama administration.

Lake Union Drydock Co., Foss Maritime Company and Kvichak Marine Industries Inc., all members of the North Seattle Industrial Association, were awarded Small Shipyard grants July 9.

Eugene Wasserman, president of the North Seattle Industrial Association, said in an email he is proud of the shipyards honored, though he regrets that Ballard's Pacific Fisherman did not receive one.

"These grants demonstrate the Obama administration's commitment to the maritime businesses in our area," Wasserman said in the email. "We share their commitment. We can only hope the Obama administration's support is followed by local support for our maritime businesses."

Foss received $621,761, Kvichak received $1,138,602 and Lake Union Drydock received $184,217.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced that 67 U.S. shipyards will receive grants totaling $98 million in 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds for improvements to shipyard equipment and infrastructure, as well as training for employees.

Eight of the 67 shipyards receiving grants are located in Washington.