$800K Grant to Improve Moundville’s Market Street

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded the City of Moundville $800,000 for upgrades to Market Street in the downtown business district, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell announced.

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According to the press release, “The funding will be used to install new waterlines and storm water drainage lines, repair streets, replace sidewalks and fire hydrants, and install new lighting to improve the safety and functionality of downtown Moundville.”

“I am absolutely thrilled that the City of Moundville has been awarded an additional $800,000 by the Appalachian Regional Commission for improvements to the downtown area,” said Rep. Sewell. “This funding will make a big difference for residents and businesses who call Moundville home. I can’t wait to see the impact it will have on this community.”

A federal-state partnership, ARC works to boost economic growth and community development in 423 Appalachian counties, striving for socioeconomic parity with the nation.

“The City of Moundville is extremely excited and honored to have been awarded the ARC grant,” said Moundville Mayor Tony Lester. “This will make a huge impact on our City by assisting us to improve our drinking water and storm drainage in our downtown area. Being awarded this grant will also improve the aesthetic view of our downtown area that will help us to attract and retain business which will in turn promote the growth of our community. We look forward to starting this project and enjoying the finished product for years to come.”