The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has awarded Wilson County a grant of $20,000 as part of the Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grants (BRAG) program. The county plans to utilize these funds, in collaboration with the Greater Nashville Regional Council, to identify and prioritize sites suitable for redevelopment. This grant is one of 36 brownfield redevelopment grants distributed throughout the state in July.
The BRAG grants are funded through the Rural Brownfield Redevelopment Investment Act. This legislation is designed to protect the environment and foster economic opportunities, particularly within rural areas. It provides local governments and development boards with crucial resources needed for the investigation, cleanup, and redevelopment of properties that are considered blighted.
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Brownfields are properties that are either vacant or not fully utilized due to the presence or potential presence of contamination. The remediation of these sites is essential as it reduces risks to public health and the environment while also encouraging economic investment in the area.
The Greater Nashville Regional Council, established by the Tennessee General Assembly, acts as the regional planning and economic development body for 13 counties across Middle Tennessee.
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Lawrence County Receives Grant for Brownfield Projects
Lawrence County has received a $20,000 grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation as part of the Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grants program. This funding will help identify sites for redevelopment, supported by the Rural Brownfield Redevelopment Investment Act, which aims to promote environmental protection and economic growth by addressing properties affected by potential contamination.