State And Federal Funding, Along With A $4 Million State Investment, Fuel Expanded Capacity And Long-Term Growth Potential For Overton County’s Aviation Infrastructure
(UCBJ) – The Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) was recently on hand for a ribbon cutting on the new terminal at Livingston Municipal Airport. The project, recently completed by Mid-State Construction Co. Inc., was funded primarily through state and federal grants, according to the Chamber.
Elected officials, business leaders and members of the community were on hand.
“This project, recently completed by Mid-State Construction Co. Inc., was funded primarily through state and federal grants, a great example of what is possible when we put those dollars to work right here at home,” organizers said.
About half of the traffic at the airport is commercial.
“A capable, modern airport is real economic development infrastructure. It is often the first impression a prospective company or investor gets of our community, and it signals that Overton County is ready for business and ready to grow,” said the Chamber. “… A project of this scale does not happen without strong local leadership,” organizers said.
The Chamber thanked Mayor Lori Elder Burnett and Airport Board Chairman Jason Duke, and State Rep. Ed Butler presented a check for $4 million in state funding to expand the taxiway.
“That investment will improve safety and expand the airport’s capacity, and we are grateful for his continued efforts,” organizers said.
According to a statement, officials are optimistic.
“We could not be more excited about what lies ahead, what this means for Overton County, and the role this airport will play in driving economic development across our region,” according to the Chamber. “… Investments in regional airport infrastructure strengthen connectivity, improve business access and create long-term economic opportunity for all of Upper Cumberland.”
Image via Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce.
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