Once dependent on grants from Fayette’s local governments, the county’s Development Authority has its own money now, and it’s giving big bucks to all the municipalities, the county commission and the school system “to serve as the catalyst for transformative projects that contribute to the economic vitality of Fayette County,” the FCDA said in a news release.
Here’s who’s getting what:
• $300,000 matching grant awarded to the Town of Tyrone and the Tyrone Downtown Development Authority. The Town of Tyrone, in collaboration with the Tyrone Downtown Development Authority, is set to transform the old fire station into a restaurant, event venue, and community focal point. This matching grant will breathe new life into the heart of downtown Tyrone, aligning with the town’s vision and comprehensive plan.
• $300,000 matching grant awarded to the Town of Woolsey for tourism and the restoration of the historic Woolsey Church. This project will bring the church back to its original state, as it appeared in 1889, with modern amenities to serve as a Community and Cultural Center. The revitalization will allow the property to host various functions and community events, providing a link to the past while embracing the needs of the present.
• $300,000 matching grant awarded to the City of Fayetteville for the Travis Alley Project. This initiative seeks to breathe new life into the alleyway behind the city’s oldest commercial corridor. The envisioned revitalization includes enhanced pedestrian safety, improved infrastructure for businesses, expanded outdoor seating for ten businesses, and a complete aesthetic and functional redesign. The Travis Alley Project is anticipated to foster community engagement and support various events, ultimately contributing to a vibrant downtown atmosphere.
• $208,400 matching grant awarded to the Fayette County Board of Education for Launch Fayette at…
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