State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, announced $808,598 in grant funding has been awarded to the towns of Obion and Rives for infrastructure improvements.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Rep. Rusty Grills, R-Newbern, announced $808,598 in grant funding has been awarded to the towns of Obion and Rives for infrastructure improvements.
The funds are from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, administered by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD), which aims to assist communities with water and sewer improvements along with health and safety projects.
“Investments like these ensure our communities have the reliable infrastructure they need to grow and thrive,” Grills said. “Whether it’s modernizing sewer lines in Obion or improving drainage in Rives, these upgrades will strengthen essential services and support the long-term needs of our towns. I’m grateful to TNECD for their continued support and partnership.”
The town of Obion was awarded $511,445 to rehabilitate approximately 1,700 linear feet of sewage line.
The town of Rives was awarded $297,153 for drainage upgrades to improve stormwater runoff along High Street and College Street.
This year, 44 communities across the state received CDBG funding totaling $26.2 million, according to TNECD.
Rusty Grills represents District 77 in the Tennessee House of Representatives which includes Dyer, Lake and part of Obion counties.
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