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Franklin County approves application for site‑development grant on Baxter Lane 'Moon Property'
Summary
Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution authorizing application for a Tennessee site development grant to extend Baxter Lane and utilities into the Moon Property; local match of $438,000 (15%) was included in the resolution.
Franklin County commissioners voted Oct. 16 to apply for a Site Development Grant from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to improve access to the Moon Property on Baxter Lane.
The emergency suspension of the rules was approved on a motion to allow the resolution to be presented from the floor. The approved resolution authorizes the county mayor to submit an application for $2,482,000 in grant funds for intersection and site work, extension of utilities and other site preparation. The resolution lists a total project cost of $2,920,000 and specifies a local contribution of $438,000 (15%) drawn from Franklin County’s general fund.
Commissioners recorded the motion and vote in the minutes as passing by majority (YES: 14, NO: 0). The resolution instructs the county mayor to execute the grant application and any agreements required to receive and administer the funds if the award is made.
Commissioners said the improvements would enhance the property’s marketability to prospective industries. The vote followed a sponsor motion to suspend rules and accept a handout on the project.
Next steps documented in the meeting materials include moving the grant application forward with county staff and the industrial development board. Commissioners approved routine appointments and notary applications later in the meeting and adjourned at 7:14 p.m.
