The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has awarded a $20,000 grant to Dickson County as part of the Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grants (BRAG) program. These funds will be used in collaboration with the Greater Nashville Regional Council to identify and prioritize sites for redevelopment within the county. This grant is one of 36 such grants announced across the state in July.
The BRAG program is funded through the Rural Brownfield Redevelopment Investment Act, which aims to protect the environment while creating economic opportunities, particularly in rural areas. This legislation provides local governments and development boards with the necessary resources to investigate, clean up, and redevelop properties that are blighted or underutilized.
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Brownfields are properties that are often vacant or underused due to concerns about potential contamination. By addressing these concerns, remediation efforts help minimize threats to public health and the environment and encourage economic investment.
The Greater Nashville Regional Council, established by the Tennessee General Assembly, serves as the regional planning and economic development organization for 13 counties in Middle Tennessee. Their partnership with Dickson County aims to transform these underutilized sites into productive spaces that benefit the community.
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Tennessee Awards $20,000 for Redevelopment
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