Bredesen Recommends Appalachian Regional Commission Grants
Released on Mon, Oct 27, 2008 - 3:25 pm under
NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen today announced the recommendation of seven Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grants to assist state and local agencies, governmental entities, local governing boards or nonprofit organizations with infrastructure improvements.
“These grants are crucial components of economic growth in Tennessee’s 50 Appalachian counties, and we appreciate the ARC’s investment in our communities,” Bredesen said.
The following lists each recommendation and the project it will finance.
Etowah Water Treatment Plant Renovation Project: $405,640
The grant will assist in the renovation of the existing water treatment plant in Etowah. The project will benefit 188 people at ThyssenKrupp Waupaca through job retention, as well as all the existing industries in the North Etowah Industrial Park. Funding for the $811,280 project will include $405,640 in local funds.
Fentress County Recycling Equipment Project: $258,320
The grant will in purchasing equipment in recycle solid waste materials in Fentress County. The project will benefit the businesses and citizens of Fentress County, as well as the surrounding counties. Funding for the $328,400 project will include $70,080 in local funds.
Hancock County Family Center Project: $500,000
The grant will assist the construction of a multi-purpose family center in Hancock County. The project will benefit Hancock County and will meet the needs of the community. Funding for the $4,288,400 project will include $3,788,400 in local funds.
Johnson County Water Line Extension Project: $500,000
The grant will assist in the extension of water lines to 55 homes in Johnson County. The project will benefit approximately 125 residents in Johnson County by allowing for development of the project area and providing fire protection. Funding for the $975,000 project will include $475,000 in local funds.
Monroe County Wastewater Treatment Plant Project: $500,000
The grant will assist in the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant by Tellico Area Services System in Monroe County. The project will benefit Monroe County, Tellico Area Services System and the Monroe Country Industrial Development Council. Funding for the $9,645,260 project will include $9,145,260 in local funds.
Mountain City Wastewater System Rehabilitation Project: $500,000
The grant will assist in the rehabilitation of the wastewater system in Mountain City. The project will benefit Mountain City by allowing new customers and businesses to hook on to the sewer system. Funding for the $627,033 project will include $127,033 in local funds.
Scott County Water System Improvement Project: $500,000
The grant will assist in the construction of a 100,000-gallon elevated water storage tank, a duplex booster pump station and 6,000 linear feet of distribution lines in Scott County. The project will benefit AirPark development and attract new industries. Funding for the $891,940 project will include $391,940 in local funds
“The building-block projects of economic development, from education systems to industrial infrastructure, benefit from ARC Grants,” said Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber. “The region, and ultimately the state, benefit from their fundamental investments.”
Allocation of ARC funds is based on priorities set at local levels where community needs are best known. The recommended project will now be forwarded to Washington for review and approval. The Department of Economic and Community Development administers the ARC program in Tennessee. The program provides resources to help leverage community development and economic growth opportunities in Tennessee’s Appalachian communities.
The Appalachian Regional Commission is a federal-state partnership that works with the people of Appalachia to create opportunities for self-sustaining economic development and improved quality of life. The commission is a unique partnership composed of the governors of the 13 Appalachian states and a presidential appointee representing the federal government. For more information, visit www.arc.gov.
About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s mission is to create higher skilled, better paying jobs for all Tennesseans. The department seeks to attract new corporate investment in Tennessee and works with Tennessee companies to facilitate expansion and economic growth. To find out more, go to www.tnecd.gov.
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