Lawrence County is receiving a $487,200 Community Development Block Grant on behalf of Leoma Utility District for improvements to its water system.
South Central Tennessee Development District applied for the grant for Lawrence County.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today that $26.5 million in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) will be awarded to 44 communities statewide to assist with infrastructure and beautification improvements.
“Ensuring that our local infrastructure is equipped to meet the demands of future economic development is a top priority for our administration,” said Gov. Lee. “Congratulations to these 44 communities for taking the necessary steps to strengthen their local economies. I look forward to seeing the lasting, positive impact this investment will bring.”
The allocation of CDBG funds is based on priorities set through the public meeting process at the local community level. The CDBG program is funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and administered by TNECD. Funds are available for water and sewer improvements, health and safety projects and other improvements to enhance the quality of life in Tennessee’s rural communities.
In addition to traditional community improvement and safety projects, funding was also made available for community development projects, such as sidewalk and walking trail improvements, street paving and community centers.
“The CDBG program is one of our most valuable tools for helping Tennessee communities prepare for future economic growth,” said Deputy Gov. and Commissioner McWhorter. “We’re thrilled to
support these 44 projects and thankful for the strong local leadership and partnership that make this progress possible.”
Below is a list of the 44 Community Development Block Grants:
Applicant Project Title Award. Amount
Adamsville Community Recreation Facility $1,000,000
Bean Station Street Improvements $510,450
Benton County Emergency Communications $419,247
Blaine Fire Protection Improvements $262,400
Byrdstown Sewer System Improvements $550,000
Carthage Water System Improvements $500,000
Celina Sewer System Improvements $559,500
Chester County Fire Protection Improvements $420,000
Claiborne County Water Line Extension $828,216
Clifton Park Improvements $813,540
Columbia Drainage Improvements $758,681
Cumberland County Obed River Park Trail Improvements $356,846
Elkton Street Improvements $300,000
Erwin Sidewalk Improvements $761,060
Fentress County Ambulance Station Improvements $997,920
Friendship Street Improvements $450,855
Gleason Sewer System Improvements $400,000
Gruetli-Laager Volunteer Park Revitalization $951,087
Halls Community Health Facility $901,155
Hardeman County Emergency Services Improvements
$420,000
Harrogate Fire Protection Improvements $365,712
Jefferson County Fire Protection Improvements $420,000
LaFollette Drainage Improvements $849,555
Lawrence County Water System Improvements $487,200
McKenzie Water System Improvements $814,894
Milan McKellar Park Improvements $445,670
Milledgeville Fire Protection Improvements $420,000
Moscow Water System Improvements $393,020
New Tazewell Park Improvements $451,001
Newport Flood Control Improvements $944,210
Oakdale New Emergency Services Facility $731,801
Obion Sewer System Improvements $511,445
Pickett County Fire Protection Improvements $420,000
Putnam County Emergency Services Improvements $349,178
Red Boiling Springs Sewer System Improvements $550,000
Rives Drainage Improvements $297,153
Scott County Road Department Facility Improvements $1,000,000
Scotts Hill Fire Protection Improvements $420,000
Selmer Water System Improvements $628,339
Somerville Sewer System Improvements $690,900
Spring City Cumberland Trail Connector $1,000,000
Union County New Emergency Services Facility $761,850
Warren County Emergency Communications $419,196
Whiteville New Fire Station $1,000,000
Each application was supported by the community’s senator and representative(s) in the Tennessee General Assembly.
About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD)
TNECD is the state’s primary agency committed to fostering economic growth through job creation and community development.
By attracting new corporate investment and facilitating the growth of existing businesses, the department works to strengthen Tennessee’s competitive landscape.
Additionally, TNECD strives to increase the economic prosperity for all Tennesseans by providing grants to communities statewide, helping them to become vibrant, business-friendly environments where companies can flourish.
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