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Upper Peninsula communities receive Rural Development Fund grants

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Eight Upper Peninsula communities are among 19 recipients statewide receiving Rural Development Fund grants totaling more than $1.6 million to strengthen rural infrastructure, support land-based industries and drive economic development across Michigan. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced the grant awards, which represent strategic investments in projects ranging from water system upgrades to tourism development and workforce training facilities. Upper Peninsula grant recipients and projects The eight Upper Peninsula communities receiving funding are tackling infrastructure challenges and economic opportunities that will benefit residents and businesses for years to come. Paradise — Black Pearl Estate LLC received $97,413 to activate an underutilized facility into a flexible community and business hub. The project will expand market access for local producers, support entrepreneurship and create the foundation for long-term job creation and private investment in the community. Gwinn — Forsyth Forward received $100,000 to enhance outdoor recreation and tourism by developing a regional non-motorized trail network. The project will connect communities, improve quality of life and drive local economic activity throughout Forsyth Township. Kincheloe — Kinross Charter Township received $56,000 to modernize critical community

Upper Peninsula Of Michigan, MI · 09-09