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Kingsport authorizes application for $6.5 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant

2682389 · March 19, 2025
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Summary

The board authorized the mayor to execute documents to apply for a $6.5 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant; staff said the city would provide a 50% local match and outlined proposed projects including artificial turf at Brickyard Park, Miracle Field additions, lighting and improvements at Bays Mountain.

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen on March 18 authorized the mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for a Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant through the Office of Outdoor Recreation. The application would seek roughly $6.5 million; the city would be responsible for a 50% local match if awarded.

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