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Commission approves ARC grant application to expand Brogan's Boat Ramp
Summary
The commission authorized submission of a $334,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant to add a ramp lane, improve lighting and expand parking at Brogan's Boat Ramp; ARC committed $200,000 and TWRA $100,000 toward the project, leaving a county match of $22,923.22 after an $11,076.78 in-kind contribution was recorded.
Claiborne County commissioners voted to authorize submission of an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grant application to expand Brogan's Boat Ramp.
Resolution 2021-017 seeks $334,000 to add an additional ramp lane, upgrade lighting and expand parking. ARC approved $200,000 for the project and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) committed $100,000 toward the required match. Commissioners noted an in-kind contribution of $11,076.78 from Powell Valley Electric Cooperative; following an amendment, the county's cash match was set at $22,923.22. On the final roll call for the amended motion the measure passed 11 for, 10 against.
Why it matters: County officials framed the ramp expansion as an economic development investment that leverages natural assets and potentially increases recreation-related tax revenue.
Vote details: The commission passed the amended resolution on a roll-call vote (11–10). Supporters emphasized the TWRA commitment and private in-kind support; opponents raised concerns about county match and priorities.
Next steps: The county mayor was authorized to submit the full ARC application contingent on TWRA's definitive $100,000 commitment. If approved by ARC, the county will proceed with project procurement and local matching funds as approved.
Provenance: Discussion, amendment and votes recorded in Resolution 2021-017 (SEG 003–SEG 005).
