State Senator Page Walley (R-Savannah) recently announced that the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) is providing Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) in Chester County. The grants will assist communities with local infrastructure, safety, and other community improvements.
The grants recipients in Chester County are:
● Chester County-$420,000 for fire protection improvements
● Enville-$761,060 for sidewalk improvements
● Milledgeville-$420,000 for fire protection improvements
“Chester County continues to move forward, and these CDBG investments will help strengthen our communities from the ground up,” said Sen. Walley. “Whether it’s improving fire protection or expanding safe sidewalk access, these projects will enhance quality of life and support long-term growth. I appreciate TNECD’s commitment to our rural communities and look forward to seeing these improvements take shape.”
“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 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.”
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.
More information about the TNECD and CDBG can be found at https://tnecd.com/
