36 other communities also receive grants, Grants will assist with local infrastructure, safety and other community improvements
$26.6 million in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) was recently approved by the State of TN, which will assist communities with infrastructure improvements and health and safety initiatives. Woodbury, Lafayette, Jackson County and Allardt are the four Upper Cumberland counties to receive the grant.
“Forty new communities are increasing the quality of life for Tennesseans through these crucial infrastructure grants, and I look forward to seeing the benefit and economic growth this funding brings to their regions.” said Gov. Lee.
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 HUD and administered in Tennessee by the Department of Economic and Community Development. 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.
“Having the right infrastructure is essential to the work we do as a department because it can be the deciding factor in a company looking to expand or locate in Tennessee,” said Commissioner McWhorter. “The CDBG program is crucial to TNECD’s rural and community development efforts, and we are proud to announce additional funding today that will enable new growth in 40 communities statewide.”
For a list of all recipients click HERE.
Each application was supported by the community’s senator and representatives in the Tennessee General Assembly.
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