Athens Economic Development Corporation budget and grant programs approved for FY2027

Sep 14, 2026

Council approved final readings for three Athens EDC grant programs (Business Assistance $100,000; Community Development $175,000; Workforce Development $30,000) and adopted the EDC's FY 2027 operating budget which includes $695,000 for grants/incentives.

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Donna Meredith, Community Development Manager, presented final reading of three Athens Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) grant program resolutions and told council there were "no changes to the Resolution since the first reading." Council approved final readings for the Business Assistance Grant Guidelines ($100,000), Community Development Grant Guidelines ($175,000), and Workforce Development Grant Program ($30,000). The Council also approved the AEDC annual operating budget for FY 2027.

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