Town record enjoyed: $2.75 million fed grant for park along McFee
“The Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant, managed locally by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, was a 50 percent match of the total purchase price of the property,” the release stated.
“The 70-acre parcel, which includes 15 acres of donated land, is on the west side of McFee Road near the junction with Boyd Station Road,” the release added. “The grant requires that construction of recreational facilities must begin by 2027.
“Farragut Parks & Recreation Department will be soliciting extensive community feedback on desired amenities for the new park,” it further stated.
The FLWCF Grant program is a nationwide competitive grant cycle, according to the press release.
“Funds can be used for land acquisition, indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and trail development,” the release stated.
