Delta Regional Authority 2020 Year in Review

ALABAMA - ARKANSAS - ILLINOIS - KENTUCKY - LOUISIANA - MISSISSIPPI - MISSOURI - TENNESSEE

Delta Regional Authority 2020 Year in Review

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Delta Regional AuthorityOffice of the Federal Co-Chairman

While 2020 may have been one of the most challenging years since the Delta Regional Authority’s creation, as I reflect back, I am proud of the accomplish-ments achieved under difficult circumstances.

My greatest responsibility over the year was ensuring the agency responds to the needs of the DRA community by placing strategic investments where they would have the most impact. DRA has invested more money into our region this year than any before. Through our flagship grant programs, nearly $28 million was invested in 94 projects which are anticipated to create and retain over 10,000 jobs, train over 8,000 individuals, and affect 73,260 families.

Beyond the investments we have made, I am most proud of the innovative partnerships we have cultivated to maximize our impact and reach. One of my highest priorities has been to invest in industry-driven workforce development projects. Not only does this ensure we are training DRA residents with the skills they need to access sustainable career paths, but it also ensures that we are addressing the skills gap for our region’s employers so they can continue to grow and expand with the global economy.

In a partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration and the Appalachian Regional Commission, the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) initiative has been a great success. Designed to meet the unique workforce development challenges of rural and economically distressed communities in the Delta and Appalachian regions, this year $14.5 million was invested into 13 programs to expand the impact of workforce development efforts in a second round of grant funding. For rural communities to be competitive today, we must ensure economic development and skills development go hand in hand, and the WORC initiative helps bridge these two vital pieces.

To complement the WORC initiative and better address the needs of small and rural organizations facilitating industry-specific workforce training, DRA established the Delta Workforce Grant Program (DWP). In 2020, DWP invested more than $1.6 million into 13 programs and initiatives which will transform the lives of DRA residents and strengthen our region’s economy.

I am proud of the improvements we have made to the Delta Leadership Institute (DLI) Executive Academy. In partnership with Arkansas State University’s Delta Center for Economic Development, the University of Arkansas Sam M. Walton College of Business and the University of Louisi-ana Monroe, DRA has built a robust executive leadership development program which in 2020 graduated 31 leaders from diverse backgrounds, sectors, and industries. As a result of their participation, these leaders are prepared to go back to their communities armed with the skills and knowledge needed to improve the economic competitiveness and social viability of the region. Upon the graduation of our 15th Executive Acade-my class last year, DRA’s Delta Leadership Network – the alumni group for all DLI graduates – now boasts more than 600 leaders from all eight DRA states.

Most importantly, I am proud of the DRA staff and their dedication to carrying out our agency’s mission. Together, we have made tremendous progress by carrying out these critical investments to strengthen the human and physical infrastructure of the DRA region so our communities can compete now and in the future economy.

In looking back on the past year, I am awed by the resiliency of the American people. In looking forward, I know our best days are ahead of us.

Thank you,

Christopher R. Caldwell

Message from the Federal Co-Chairman2020 Year in Review

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Table of Contents

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About this Publication 7DRA Leadership 8-9Investing in the Delta 10-17 Federal Investment Programs 11

Total State Investments | FY 2020 13

Rural Investment Report | FY 2020 15

Opportunity Zone Investments | FY 2020 17

Strategic Investments 18-33 Alabama 18-19

Arkansas 20-21

Illinois 22-23

Kentucky 24-25

Louisiana 26-27

Mississippi 28-29

Missouri 30-31

Tennessee 32-33

RCAP 34-35

Strengthening the Delta Workforce 36-37 Delta Workforce Program 37

Promoting a Healthy Delta 38-41 Delta Doctors 39

Delta Region Community Health Systems Development Program 41

Empowering Delta Leadership 42-45 Delta Leadership Institute 43

Delta Leadership Network 45

Cultivating Innovative Partnerships 46-49 Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities 47

White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council 49

Administration & Operations 50-53 Accountability & Operational Excellence 51

DRA Leadership and Staff 53

APPENDIX A: Project Summaries - State Investments 54-81APPENDIX B: Project Summaries - Delta Workforce Grant Program 82-85APPENDIX C: DRA Counties and Parishes 86-89 Economically Distressed Counties and Parishes 89

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About this Publication2020 Year in Review

The Delta Regional Authority presents its 2020 Year in Review, which serves as the agency’s annual report to the U.S. Congress. This publication highlights DRA’s strategic investments and priority programs in the past year. You will find details about the many programs and initiatives DRA supported in 2020, including an index of the individual projects DRA funded throughout the year.

The federal programs and region-wide initiatives included in this report are part of DRA’s mission to help create jobs, build communities, and improve the lives of the 10 million residents in the 252 counties and parishes of the eight-state DRA region.

The report highlights:

• Key investments in each state that support basic public infrastructure and transportation infrastructure to rural residents, provide quality workforce training and education for job seekers, and improve opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses to grow and thrive in the DRA region.

• Strategic programs and regionwide initiatives that are increasing workforce competitiveness and community capacity, such as the Delta Workforce Program and the Delta Leadership Institute.

• Agency efforts to invest in targeted economic and community development projects driven by outcomes and supported by public-private partnership that are essential for DRA communities to compete in the modern economy.

“We have seen firsthand the positive impact these economic development investments bring to Delta communities and are excited to continue strengthening our communities through these investments in 2020.” - Federal Co-Chairman Chris Caldwell, Delta Regional Authority

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Board of Governors Designees & Alternates

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ALABAMADesignee - Kenneth [email protected](334) 242-5090

Alternate - Crystal [email protected](334) 353-2630

ARKANSASDesignee - Clint O’[email protected](501) 682-7350

ILLINOISDesignee - Brandi [email protected](618) 889-3510

KENTUCKYDesignee - Dennis [email protected](502) 573-2382

LOUISIANADesignee - Leslie [email protected](225) 362-2731

MISSISSIPPIDesignee - Anne Hall [email protected](601) 359-3150

MISSOURIDesignee - Luke [email protected](573) 751-4999

TENNESSEEDesignee - Brooxie [email protected](615) 741-8806

Alternate - Brian [email protected](615) 741-3036

“I’m honored to have been selected by my peers to serve as co-chairman and look forward to working closely with Federal Co-Chairman Caldwell. I am from a rural parish and under-stand the needs first-hand as well as the rich contributions these vital communities make to our state and nation. That’s why as I begin my second term in office, I have put a renewed focus on helping revitalize our struggling rural areas. The DRA continues to be a leader in expanding growth in the Delta and improving the lives of the people who call these regions home, and I am committed to building on that success.” – Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards, DRA States’ Co-Chair

Chris R. CaldwellFederal Co-Chairman

GovernorJohn Bel EdwardsStates’ Co-Chairman

Governor Kay Ivey

Governor Mike Parson

GovernorAndy Beshear

Governor Tate Reeves

Governor J.B. Pritzker

Governor Asa Hutchinson

Governor Bill Lee

Governor John Bel Edwards

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STATES’ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SEDAP)The States’ Economic Development Assistance Program is DRA’s primary investment program. In 2020, DRA had $27.9 million in available funding to invest in combination with more than $491.8 million in other public and private sector dollars. These SEDAP investments are subject to Federal Priority Eligibility Criteria and must help improve the following for our Delta communities:

Investing in the Delta

“DRA funding provides community and regional investments focusing on our priorities of basic public infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, workforce development, and small business development and entrepreneurship. We have seen firsthand the positive impact these economic development investments bring to DRA communities and are excited to continue strengthening our communities through these investments in 2020.” - Federal Co-Chairman Chris Caldwell, Delta Regional Authority

SEDAP INVESTMENTS• At least 50% must be used for transportation and basic public infrastructure.

• At least 75% must be made in counties and parishes that are economically distressed.

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COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE FUND (CIF)These investments strengthen the economic viability of our Delta communities. In 2020, DRA had $15 million in funding available to address flood control, basic public infrastructure, and local transportation infrastructure improvements that enhance local and regional economies throughout the DRA region.

PUBLIC WORKS & ECONOMIC ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCEThe U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration made $3 million of its 2020 Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance program available to DRA. This program supports rural communities by investing in projects that leverage existing regional assets and the implementation of community development strategies that advance economic prosperity in distressed regions.

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Investing in the Delta

“I want to thank DRA for their partnership in Alabama, and I am confident that this funding will be leveraged to help create stronger and more vibrant communities across our state.” - U.S. Senator Richard Shelby, Alabama

Total State Investments | 2020

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TOTAL DRA PROJECTS 94DRA INVESTMENT:

$ 27,987,444

PUBLIC INVESTMENT: $ 52,011,267

Approved Investments | 2020

Jobs Created & Retained

Individuals Trained

Families Affected

10,344

9,471

73,260

Anticipated Outcomes

PRIVATE INVESTMENT: $ 439,743,795

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DRA projects 2002-2019

Projects awarded in 2020

Delta Workforce Program

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“As our economy continues to recover, it is important to create ecosystems that support industry-driven workforce development. The awarded programs have committed to building a skilled workforce in the DRA region by collaborating with industry partners to develop innovative strategies that will ultimately strengthen the region’s economic outlook.” - Chris Caldwell, DRA Federal Co-Chairman

The United States Department of Agriculture defines rural communities as those with a population of less than 50,000 residents. In 2020, over 84% of DRA funds were invested in rural communities throughout the eight-state DRA region.

NOTE: All figures are based on the city of the awardee.

30.0%$8.4M

26.4%$7.4M

25.4%$7.1M

2.2%$626K

15.9%$4.5M

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“Our goal is to rebuild homes, schools, businesses, and communities that need it the most.” - President Donald J. Trump

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M A D I S O N

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P E R R Y

P I A T T

P I K E

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P U L A S K I

P U T N A M

R A N D O L P H

R I C H L A N D

R O C K I S L A N D

S T . C L A I R

S A L I N E

S A N G A M O N

S C H U Y L E R

S C O T T

S H E L B Y

S T A R K

M C H E N R Y

T A Z E W E L L

U N I O N

V E R M I L I O N

W A B A S H

W A R R E N

W A S H I N G T O N

W A Y N E

W H I T E

W H I T E S I D E

W I L L

W I L L I A M S O N

B O O N E

W O O D F O R D

WHAT ARE OPPORTUNITY ZONES?The Opportunity Zones incentive is a newcommunity investment tool established byCongress in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 to encourage long-term investments

in low-income urban and rural communitiesnationwide. Opportunity Zones provide a tax

incentive for investors to re-invest their unrealized capital gains into catalytic projects.

Opportunity Zone projectsawarded in 2020


$ 3,754,770




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Strategic Investments

ALABAMA

ALAB

AMA

ALABAMA

FY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT Project Nautilus

The City of Atmore will use DRA funds to construct a new rail spur and transload yard to serve a new peanut processing plant

facility. This investment is projected to create 100 new jobs, retain 70 jobs, and train 100 individuals.

DRA Investment: $307,071Total Project Investment: $84,620,371

Atmore, AL


$ 2,276,745




Individuals Trained

Families Affected

318

1,323

4,219



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ARKANSAS

ARKA

NSAS

ARKANSAS

FY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT Sharp County Building Renovation

Sharp County, Arkansas will use DRA funds to renovate and upgrade a 277,000 square foot building to support business development. This investment is projected to

create 200 new jobs.DRA Investment: $307,000

Total Project Investment: $27,807,000Ash Flat, AR


$ 5,325,649




Individuals Trained

Families Affected

4,432

5,081

6,369



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ILLINOIS

ILLI

NOIS

ILLINOIS

FY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT Southeastern Illinois College Advanced

Virtual Reality Nursing TrainingSoutheastern Illinois College will use DRA funds to purchase new virtual reality technology and simulator system to train

nursing students. This investment is projected to retain six jobs and train 110 individuals.

DRA Investment: $59,337Total Project Investment: $110,548

Harrisburg, IL


$ 1,686,229

PUBLIC INVESTMENT: $ 636,472



Individuals Trained

Families Affected

4,223

290

48



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KENTUCKY

KENT

UCKY

KENTUCKY

FY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT Henderson County Broadband Upgrade

The Henderson County Fiscal Court will use DRA funds to upgrade three broadband communications stations to improve

services to residents and businesses.DRA Investment: $339,320

Total Project Investment: $339,320Henderson, KY


$ 4,755,270




Individuals Trained

Families Affected

80

433

32,477



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LOUISIANA

LOUI

SIAN

A

LOUISIANA

FY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT Lafourche Parish Pump Stations Fuel Tank Upgrade

The Lafourche Parish Government will use DRA funds to replace 20 single-skinned fuel tanks with new double-skinned fuel tanks to improve services to residents. This investment is

projected to affect 7,881 families. DRA Investment: $136,405

Total Project Investment: $167,405 Thibodaux, LA


$ 4,674,091




Individuals Trained

Families Affected

690

602

15,072


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MISSISSIPPI

MIS

SISS

IPPI

MISSISSIPPI

FY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT Electrical Lineworker Training Facility Construction Homes Community College will use DRA funds to construct a

new electrical lineman training facility and emergency preparedness staging area. This investment is projected

to train 150 individuals.DRA Investment: $256,500

Total Project Investment: $556,500Goodman, MS


$ 4,982,686




Individuals Trained

Families Affected

371

1,382

7,497



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MISSOURI

MIS

SOUR

I

MISSOURI

FY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT Digital Workforce Training & Employment InitiativeThe Marquette Tech District Foundation will use DRA funds to

provide software engineering training, internships, and entrance into a National Rural Source Employment network. This investment is projected to create 24 new jobs and train

150 individuals.DRA Investment: $170,650

Total Project Investment: $370,650Cape Girardeau, MO


$ 671,389

PUBLIC INVESTMENT: $ 309,585



Individuals Trained

Families Affected

43

150

785


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TENNESSEE

TENN

ESSE

E

TENNESSEEFY 2020 INVESTMENT SPOTLIGHT

Agricenter International Innovation DistrictAgricenter International will use DRA funds to construct

infrastructure to expand an agricultural research park and provide opportunities for business expansion.

DRA Investment: $400,000Total Investment: $500,000

Memphis, TN


$ 3,615,385




Individuals Trained

Families Affected

187

170

6,793



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RCAP

Rural Communities Advancement Program

Through a partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture-Rural Development, DRA uses the Rural Communities Advancement Program (RCAP) to support agency programs and region-wide initiatives that build the capacity of rural residents, while simultaneously improving the economic opportunities of their communities. This funding is directed to communities and counties with a population of 50,000 or less.

Under the leadership of the Federal Co-Chairman, DRA utilizes the majority of its RCAP funding to implement the region-wide initiatives that address the complexity of rural needs through innovative economic and community development strategies. Examples of programs and initiatives funded through this program include the Delta Workforce Program and the Delta Leadership Institute.

DRA allocates the remaining RCAP funds towards projects submitted to DRA by USDA-RD State Directors from each of the eight states. Last year, DRA provided a total of $320,000 to USDA-Rural Development State Directors ($40,000 per state in each of the eight states) to fund eligible projects in designated persistent poverty counties.

Since 2003, DRA has successfully applied for more than $44 million in RCAP funding which has supported more than 310 projects throughout the Mississippi River Delta Region.

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Strengthening the Delta Workforce

The Delta Workforce Grant Program (DWP) targets federal resources towards communities in the DRA region particularly hard hit by industrial downsizing, business closures, and job losses as a result of the public health and economic crisis. More specifically, DWP supports projects and initiatives that create a more vibrant economic future for the region by expanding job training and re-employment opportunities, aligning workforce and economic development strategies, creating sustainable talent pipelines, establishing or enhancing locally/regionally significant public-private partnerships, and supporting enhanced workforce productivity through investments in innovative programming.

In 2020, DRA invested more than $1.6 million into 13 projects to support industry-driven training initiatives in six DRA states. The 2020 DWP grant awardees are:

• Restore Hope, Inc (Little Rock, AR) • Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation • Southeast Arkansas College (Pine Bluff, AR) (Portageville, MO)• Green River Area Development District (Owensboro, KY) • Missouri State University – West Plains • West Kentucky Community & Technical College (Paducah, KY) (West Plains, MO) • West Kentucky Community & Technical College (Paducah, KY) • ProGeny Place (Memphis, TN) • Research Park Corporation (Baton Rouge, LA) • Rural Health Association of Tennessee • theCo (Jackson, TN) (Decaturville, TN)• Nicholls State University (Thibodaux, LA) • University of Holy Cross (New Orleans, LA)• Griot Arts (Clarksdale, MS)

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Promoting a Healthy Delta

In partnership with the U.S. Department of State, DRA’s Delta Doctors program helps address the health disparities and high levels of health professional shortages by granting J-1 visa waivers for physicians who are willing to provide medical services in distressed DRA communities. The program allows foreign physicians who are trained in the United States to work in medically underserved areas for three years, but most doctors placed through this program choose to continue serving their communities beyond their three-year commitment. Physicians participating in the Delta Doctors program do not take jobs away from U.S.-born physicians, but instead provide services in areas where there would otherwise be a shortage of physicians, increasing access to affordable, quality healthcare. In 2020, DRA processed 173 applications for the Delta Doctors program.

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Promoting a Healthy Delta

“President Trump has made it a priority to strengthen rural health infrastructure and promote the health of rural Americans. As someone who grew up in rural America and with rural healthcare providers in my family, I know the challenges they face, and I know there’s a need for transformation.” - Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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DRA collaborates with the Health Resources & Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on a technical assistance program that enhances healthcare delivery in the DRA region. The program supports providers in select rural communities, including critical access hospitals, small rural hospitals, rural health clinics and other healthcare organizations.

Assistance includes:• Improving hospital or clinic financial operations• Implementing quality-improvement activities to promote the development of an evidence-based culture leading to improved health outcomes• Increasing use of telehealth to address gaps in clinical service delivery and improve access to care• Ensuring access to and availability of emergency medical services• Identifying workforce recruitment and retention resources targeted to rural communities

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Empowering Delta Leadership

The Delta Leadership Institute (DLI) Executive Academy is an executive leadership devel-opment program that brings together public, private, and nonprofit sector leaders from all eight DRA states to improve the economic competitiveness and social viability of the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions. Since 2005, DLI has been em-powering regional leaders with the tools, experiences, and networks to address local and regional challenges, improve decision-making and policy development, and strengthen leadership capacity and mutual understanding of regional, state, and local cultures and issues.

DLI is a program of DRA in partnership with three institutions of higher education in the Delta region: the University of Arkansas, Arkansas State University, and the University of Louisiana at Monroe. The ten-month DLI Executive Academy program is designed to provide professional leadership development and policy training in the issues most challenging to DRA communities. The Executive Academy held six sessions in 2019-2020 that focused on public-private partnerships, transportation and infrastructure, asset-based development, small business and entrepreneurship, health and access, and public policy and innovative partnerships.

In September, DLI graduated 31 fellows from its fifteenth class. “The Delta Leadership Institute produces well-trained leaders who commit themselves to growing our communities throughout the region. I would like to congratulate all of DLI’s graduates, and I want to thank them for their commitment to the Delta and the rural parts of our country. I can’t wait to see the ways in which these graduates will use their new skill sets to improve the lives of the hardworking families in our rural communities.” - Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards

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Empowering Delta Leadership

The Delta Leadership Network (DLN) comprises of DLI Executive Academy alumni and is tasked with maintaining relationships among regional leaders so as to foster regional collaboration, resource sharing, and continued education to help these leaders address the DRA region’s most pressing issues.

With more than 600 community leaders comprising the DLN, alumni continue their engagement with the Delta Leadership Institute at state meetings, the Delta Leadership Network annual conference, and by attending and supporting DLI Executive Academy sessions in their state and region.

2019-2020 Regional Advisory Council

“In possibly the most uncertain year of our lifetime, the Delta and its leaders have stayed united in purpose. The Delta Leadership Network’s membership represents the best of our region and the stability of their commitment has provided great leadership. I’m encouraged for the next year, the opportunities the Delta will have is due to the work and strength of those who have shouldered the burdens of the past year, and we are thankful for them.” - Travis Martin, DLN Regional Advisory Committee 2019-2020 Chairman

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Travis Martin, ChairmanTN, 2015-2016

Max SnyderAL, 2015-2016

Winfield Ezell, Jr.AL, 2016-2017

Len BlaylockAR, 2017-2018

Kay BrockwellAR, 2007-2008

Martin RoweIL, 2013-2014

Andrew SisulakIL, 2016-2017

Greg CurlinKY, 2016-2017

Mark LeeKY, 2015-2016

David CavellLA, 2017-2018

AJ WalkerLA, 2016-2017

Mani HairstonMS, 2016-2017

Ruth NicholsMS, 2013-2014

David WymanMO, 2016-2017

Kris KlausMO, 2015-2016

Lori NolenTN, 2017-2018

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Cultivating Innovative Partnerships

In partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Employment and Training Administration (ETA) and the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), approximately $29.2 million in grants was made available under the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) initiative to support workforce training and education in rural communities across the DRA and ARC regions.

Authorized by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, WORC grants take a long-term view toward assisting eligible communities in diversifying their economies and expanding partnerships by investing in local strategies developed by regional partners. DOL awardees align and integrate workforce development activities with existing state, regional, or community development strategies. Ranging from $150,000 to $1.5 million, the grants can also help serve those receiving employment and training services from organizations in regions affected by the opioid crisis.

In 2020, the second round of WORC grants, DOL invested nearly $14.6 million into 13 projects in all eight states across the DRA region to support workforce training programs demonstrating significant industry engagement.

“Workforce development programs are an invaluable tool for helping people get the skills they need to get ahead. The WORC initiative is creating more opportunities in underserved areas by providing reemployment and training assistance. As chairman of the appropriations subcommittee that started this program, I’ll continue prioritizing resources for this program and other initiatives that boost economic growth in rural areas.” - U.S. Senator Roy Blunt, Missouri

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Established by Executive Order in December 2018, the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council’s (WHORC) Federal member agencies, including DRA, engage with governments at all levels on ways to more effectively use taxpayer dollars to revitalize low-income communities. Additionally, the Council seeks to improve revitalization efforts by streamlining, coordinating, and targeting existing Federal programs to Opportunity Zones – economically distressed communities where new investments may be eligible for preferential tax treatment.

To date, WHORC members have identified over one hundred and sixty Federal programs where targeting, preference, or additional support could be granted to Opportunity Zones, more than fifty of which have already begun working on this initiative. DRA is committed investing in rural communities and supporting WHORC in successfully implementing the OZ program. Eligible organizations located in the DRA footprint are able to utilize SEDAP funding (up to 10% of each state’s funding allocation) to support activities such as the development of an investment prospectus or a GIS database to better market their communities and potential projects to interested investors.

In 2020, DRA invested over $3.7 million in 21 projects throughout the DRA region located in qualified Opportunity Zones, capitalizing on more than $47.7 million in total project investment.

“Beyond the investments we have made, I am most proud of the innovative partnerships we have cultivated to maximize our impact and our reach.” - Federal Co-Chairman Chris Caldwell, Delta Regional Authority Cu

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The Delta Regional Authority is committed to being a good steward of taxpayers’ dollars, and it recognizes its institutional focus to be fiscally responsible and effective in making investments into economic and community development projects while it works to help create jobs, build communities, and improve lives in the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions.

DRA conducts annual audits with a certified audit firm to ensure compliance and accountability. DRA will continue to ensure strong accountability, transparency, and operational excellence.

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Washington, DC 20001 (202) 434-4870

501 Woodlane Drive, Suite 303NLittle Rock, AR 72201

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LEADERSHIPChris CaldwellFederal [email protected]

Brian HensonChief of Staff(202) [email protected]

PROJECT DEVELOPMENTKemp MorganDirector of Project Development & Management(662) [email protected]

Amanda Allen Senior Project Manager, SEDAP(662) [email protected]

Staresha HoskinsProgram Manager, RCAP(662) [email protected]

PROGRAMS & INITIATIVESAury KangelosProgram Manager, Delta Workforce Program (901) [email protected]

Sea TalantisProgram Manager, Delta Leadership Institute(205) [email protected]

Christina WadeProgram Manager, Health Initiatives(662) [email protected]

Susan EdwardsProgram Analyst(501) [email protected]

COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENTShawna BlairDirector of Communications & Public Engagement(202) [email protected]

ADMINISTRATION & OPERATIONSCharles BuchananDirector of Finance & Administration(662) [email protected]

Mandy GuinAdministrative Manager(205) [email protected]

Alonda JacksonAccounting & Human Resources Supervisor(662) [email protected]

Anita StasherMonitoring & Compliance Specialist(662) [email protected]

Ted ConnellLegal Counsel(662) [email protected]

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APPENDIX A: Project Summaries

York Downtown Sewer Rehabilitation | York, ALDRA Investment: $259,530; Total Investment: $259,530 The City of York will use DRA funds to rehabilitate the sewer system in the downtown business district to improve services for local businesses and residents. This investment is projected to affect 985 families.

Marion Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Phase 2 | Marion, ALDRA Investment: $201,253; Total Investment: $201,253 The City of Marion will use DRA funds to repair and replace wastewater treatment plant equipment to improve services for local residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 1,080 families.

Rural Black Belt Workforce and Business Development Center | Livingston, ALDRA Investment: $418,100; Total Investment: $800,477 The University of West Alabama will use DRA funds to establish the Rural Black Belt Workforce and Business Development Center to support and foster the growth of entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small businesses in the Alabama Black Belt. This investment is projected to create 36 jobs, retain 12 jobs, and train 1,200 individuals.

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Town of Lowndesboro Water Systems Improvements | Lowndesboro, ALDRA Investment: $353,258; Total Investment: $353,258 The Town of Lowndesboro will use DRA funds to replace the original water system. The project will begin at the existing elevated

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Town of Hayneville Sanitary Sewer and Lagoon Improvements | Hayneville, ALDRA Investment: $306,042; Total Investment: $306,042 The Town of Hayneville will use DRA funds to rehabilitate four existing sanitary sewer system lift stations to improve services for local residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 393 families.

MMI Public Safety and Career Development Complex Refurbishment | Marion, ALDRA Investment: $52,500; Total Investment: $98,000 The Marion Military Institute (MMI) will use DRA funds to refurbish and upgrade a newly acquired facility for conversion into MMI’s Public Safety Career Development Complex. This investment is projected to train 20 individuals.

Project Nautilus | Atmore, ALDRA Investment: $307,071; Total Investment: $84,620,371 The City of Atmore will use DRA funds to construct a new rail spur and transload yard to serve a new peanut processing plant facility. This investment is projected to create 100 new jobs, retain 70 jobs, and train 100 individuals.

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Caraway Water Project | Caraway, ARDRA Investment: $183,275; Total Investment: $183,275 The City of Caraway will use DRA funds to improve the City’s water storage tank to add a mechanical mixer and install an overflow pipe and manway to increase safety for local residents. This investment is projected to affect 529 families.

Hughes Sewer Treatment Improvements | Hughes, ARDRA Investment: $206,000; Total Investment: $1,029,000 The Town of Hughes will use DRA funds to rebuild sewage treatment sand filters to help meet state-mandated discharge requirements. This investment is projected to affect 650 families.

Trumann Infrastructure Improvements | Trumann, ARDRA Investment: $117,881; Total Investment: $192,881 The City of Trumann will use DRA funds to replace two water pumps to support local residents, promote and retain jobs, and encourage commercial and tourist development. This investment is projected to affect 2,616 families.

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North Clarke Signalization Project | Grove Hill, ALDRA Investment: $297,405; Total Investment: $100,419,905 The Clarke County Commission will use DRA funds to install signalization and lighting to serve the entrance of the North Park Industrial Park from U.S. Highway 43. This investment is projected to create 100 jobs.

Union Springs GIS Parcel Tax/Service Line Mapping Project | Union Springs, ALDRA Investment: $43,313; Total Investment: $43,313 The City of Union Springs will use DRA funds to build GIS maps to include Parcel Tax maps, service lines, and updated geographical and vertical data of existing lines. This investment is projected to train three individuals and affect 1,381 families.

Storm Water Collection System Improvements | Hurtsboro, ALDRA Investment: $38,2733; Total Investment: $388,273The Town of Hurtsboro will use DRA funds to reduce localized flooding by repairing storm water collection system to help promote health, safety, and sustainable economic development.

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Arkansas Rural Health Partnership Healthcare Workforce Training & Education Center | Lake Village, ARDRA Investment: $35,000; Total Investment: $90,000 The Arkansas Rural Health Partnership will use DRA funds to increase and improve the workforce for hospitals, rural health clinics, and community health centers throughout the Arkansas Delta region. This investment is projected to create 250 new jobs, retain 2,000 jobs, and train 5,000 individuals.

Sharp County Building Renovation | Ash Flat, ARDRA Investment: $307,000; Total Investment: $27,807,000 Sharp County, Arkansas will use DRA funds to renovate and upgrade a 277,000 square foot building to support business development. This investment is projected to create 200 new jobs.

WFA Regional Women’s Economic Mobility Hub | Little Rock, ARDRA Investment: $100,000; Total Investment: $270,000 The Women’s Foundation of Arkansas will use DRA funds to create capacity around a Women’s Regional Economic Mobility Hub to support the economic mobility of women business owners in Arkansas, particularly low-income women and women of color. This investment is projected to create one new job and retain 25 jobs.

Helena Harbor Surface Transportation Improvement Project | Helena, ARDRA Investment: $528,922; Total Investment: $558,922 The Helena-West Helena/Phillips County Port Authority will use DRA funds to rehabilitate a portion of the rail and road systems serving Helena Harbor to enhance the ability of existing business to expand and create new jobs. This investment is projected to create 15 new jobs and retain 100 jobs.

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Warren Pump Station Project | Warren, ARDRA Investment: $296,515; Total Investment: $3,984,876 The City of Warren will use DRA funds to install two water pump stations along Highway 278 to support local residents and allow for future economic development and expansion. This investment is projected to create 80 new jobs, retain 120 jobs, and affect 2,273 families.

Lake Village Railroad Siding Project | Lake Village, ARDRA Investment: $155,051; Total Investment: $155,051 The Southeast Arkansas Economic Development District will use DRA funds to construct a railroad siding to maximize existing rail transportation and increase transportation efficiency. This investment is projected to retain three jobs.

Peebles Organic Infrastructure Improvements | Augusta, ARDRA Investment: $228,634; Total Investment: $533,464 The City of Augusta will use DRA funds to replace an existing roof and insulation and install electrical improvements on an agricultural produce storing facility. This investment is projected to create four new jobs and retain 47 jobs.

Certified Medical Billing Program | Little Rock, ARDRA Investment: $211,856; Total Investment: $987,445 The World Service for the Blind will use DRA funds to place Arkansas residents who are blind and visually impaired in medical billing jobs in 27 medical facilities across 41 distressed Arkansas counties. This investment is projected to create 27 new jobs and train 81 individuals.

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Pulaski County Transportation Improvements Project | Little Rock, ARDRA Investment: $2,000,000; Total Investment: $166,424,496 The Pulaski County Government will use DRA funds to improve transportation components at the Little Rock Port Authority Industrial Park. This investment is projected to create 1,000 new jobs.

ILLINOIS 2020 INVESTMENTS


CNA Workforce Training | Carmi, ILDRA Investment: $24,255; Total Investment: $24,255 Southeastern Illinois College will use DRA funds to upgrade the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) lab used to train CNA students and incumbent workers. This investment is projected to create ten jobs, retain 220 jobs, and train 180 individuals.

Industrial Park Lift Station Replacement | Marion, ILDRA Investment: $256,500; Total Investment: $360,000 The City of Marion will use DRA funds to replace a sewage lift station and force main in its industrial park to improve services to businesses and residents. This investment is projected to retain 3,900 jobs and affect 28 families.

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Blytheville Aviation Fuel Delivery System Upgrade | Blytheville, ARDRA Investment: $182,765; Total Investment: $300,761 The Blytheville-Gosnell Regional Airport Authority will use DRA funds to upgrade the jet fuel delivery system required by major aviation companies. This investment is projected to retain 50 jobs.

Crawfordsville Water Towers Project | Crawfordsville, ARDRA Investment: $206,000; Total Investment: $406,000 The City of Crawfordsville will use DRA funds to repair two elevated water storage tanks to improve services for local residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 114 families.

Maynard Water System Improvements | Maynard, ARDRA Investment: $57,750; Total Investment: $219,750 The Town of Maynard will use DRA funds to install a cascade aerator and high service pumps to improve services for local residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 187 families.


Technology Park Opportunity Zone Lead Rail Expansion | Jonesboro, ARDRA Investment: $509,000; Total Investment: $2,509,000 The City of Jonesboro will use DRA funds to expand rail infrastructure at Craighead Technology Park. This investment is projected to create 105 new jobs and retain 405 jobs.

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Cottonwood Slough Levee Pump Station | Cairo, ILDRA Investment: $366,489; Total Investment: $366,489The Cairo Drainage and Levee District will use DRA funds to replace two pumps in the Cottonwood Slough pump station to improve services to residents and businesses.This investment is projected to retain 55 jobs.


Access Road – KRPD Baldwin Terminal | Red Bud, ILDRA Investment: $241,350; Total Investment: $643,650 The Kaskaskia Regional Port District will use DRA funds to build a second access road from IL-154 to the Industrial Park at the west side of the property to improve services to businesses. This investment is projected to retain ten jobs.

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Division Street Resurfacing and Sidewalk Project | DuQuoin, ILCIF Investment: $215,903; SEDAP Investment: $5,598Total DRA Investment: $221,501; Total Investment: $245,429The City of DuQuoin will use DRA funds to resurface Division Street between Poplar and Park Street and replace sidewalks to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to retain 11 jobs.

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Southeastern Illinois College Advanced Virtual Reality Nursing Training | Harrisburg, ILDRA Investment: $59,337; Total Investment: $110,548 Southeastern Illinois College will use DRA funds to purchase new virtual reality technology and simulator system to train nursing students. This investment is projected to retain six jobs and train 110 individuals.

Main Street Watermain Replacement | Sesser, ILDRA Investment: $221,706; Total Investment: $245,656 The City of Sesser will use DRA funds to replace a watermain along Illinois Route 154/Franklin Avenue to improve services to businesses and residents. This investment is projected to affect 20 families.

Yates Site Improvements | Carbondale, ILDRA Investment: $161,257; Total Investment: $178,557 The Southern Illinois Airport Authority will use DRA funds to make surface infrastructure improvements at Industrial Park Building 1 on airport property. This investment is projected to create two jobs and retain two jobs.

Rough Diamond Road Project | Olmsted, ILDRA Investment: $133,834; Total Investment: $1,648,117 The Village of Olmsted will use DRA funds to make surface infrastructure improvements to E Cedar Street and Mill Road necessary to support the increase of heavy truck traffic. This investment is projected to retain seven jobs.

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Trigg County Hospital Construction Project | Cadiz, KYDRA Investment: $105,000; Total Investment: $190,200 Trigg County Hospital, Inc. will use DRA funds to renovate its medical facility to create additional patient rooms and staff facilities to improve services to residents. This investment is projected to retain five jobs.

Western Kentucky Regional Training Center | Clay, KYDRA Investment: $357,500; Total Investment: $757,500 The Webster County Fiscal Court will use DRA funds to acquire a site to expand a CDL, utility lineman, and diesel mechanic training program. This investment is projected to train 223 individuals.

Sprocket Digital Workforce Training & Employment Initiative | Paducah, KYDRA Investment: $170,650; Total Investment: $770,650 Sprocket, Inc. will use DRA funds to provide hands-on software engineering training to expand the digital workforce and economy in western Kentucky. This investment is projected to create 21 new jobs, retain 21 jobs, and train 120 individuals.


Powderly Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project | Greenville, KYDRA Investment: $1,094,800; Total Investment: $1,364,800 The City of Greenville will use DRA funds to improve its wastewater treatment plant to support future economic development in the Powderly, KY area and to improve services to residents. This investment is projected to affect 2,646 families.

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Helping Hands Health Clinic Dental Equipment | Elkton, KYDRA Investment: $42,000; Total Investment: $47,000 The Helping Hands Health Clinic, Inc. will use DRA funds to purchase equipment for an additional general dentistry workstation to improve services to residents.

Henderson County Broadband Upgrade | Henderson, KYDRA Investment: $339,320; Total Investment: $339,320 The Henderson County Fiscal Court will use DRA funds to upgrade three broadband communication stations to improve services to residents and businesses.

Hopkins County Broadband Project Phase 2 | Madisonville, KYDRA Investment: $155,500; Total Investment: $325,500 The Hopkins County Fiscal Court will use DRA funds to add five broadband communication sites to improve services to residents and businesses.

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Tyson Foods Clearwell Project | Henderson, KYCIF Investment: $409,000; SEDAP Investment: $100,000Total DRA Investment: $509,000; Total Investment: $1,384,000 The City of Henderson will use DRA funds to replace the existing steel clearwell with a new pressed concrete clearwell at the South Water Treatment Plant to improve services to businesses and residents. This investment is projected to affect 614 families.

LOUISIANA 2020 INVESTMENTS


Futures Fund Coding Bootcamp Project | Baton Rouge, LADRA Investment: $150,000; Total Investment: $350,000The Walls Project will use DRA funds to provide information technology and applied skills training to recently displaced or unemployed residents and military veterans. This investment is projected to create one new job and train 240 individuals.

Greater New Orleans Opportunity Zones Project | New Orleans, LADRA Investment: $129,549; Total Investment: $253,861 The Greater New Orleans Development Foundation will use DRA funds to reassess the scope and scale of Opportunity Zone investment strategies and align outreach strategies with respect to COVID-19 impact.

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Fulton County Industrial Park Project | Fulton, KYDRA Investment: $761,500; Total Investment: $861,500 The Fulton County Industrial Development Authority will use DRA funds to improve surface and transportation infrastructure to the Fulton County Industrial Park to improve services to businesses and residents. This investment is projected to affect 1,809 families.

Logan Todd Regional Water Commission Pump Generator Project | Guthrie, KYDRA Investment: $711,000; Total Investment: $1,091,000 The Logan Todd Regional Water Commission will use DRA funds to update its primary intake backup generator to improve services to residents. This investment is projected to affect 27,408 families.


Madisonville Airport Improvements Project | Madisonville, KYCIF Investment: $420,833; SEDAP Investment: $88,167Total DRA Investment: $509,000; Total Investment: $9,509,000 The City of Madisonville will use DRA funds to construct a 22,000 square foot hangar at the Madisonville Regional Airport to accommodate an aviation training program through Madisonville Community College. This investment is projected to create 30 new jobs, retain three jobs, and train 90 individuals.

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Highland Park Commercial Subdivision Infrastructure Improvements | West Monroe, LADRA Investment: $714,512; Total Investment: $899,512 The City of West Monroe will use DRA funds to install water and sewer lines, install fire hydrants, and make street improvements for the development of the Highland Park Commercial and Residential Subdivision. This investment is projected to create 20 new jobs and affect 20 families.

Air Handler Unit Replacement | Monroe, LADRA Investment: $300,000; Total Investment: $478,418 St. Francis Medical Center will use DRA funds to replace ten critical care area air handler units to improve services to patients and decrease maintenance and operational costs.

CommuniHealth Services | West Monroe, LADRA Investment: $211,840; Total Investment: $668,840Morehouse Community Medical Centers will use DRA funds to build a primary care medical home clinic that will provide medical, dental, and behavioral health services and improve services to residents. This investment is projected to create 12 jobs and train 18 individuals.

Acadiana Opportunity Zones Project | Lafayette, LADRA Investment: $131,000; Total Investment: $131,000The Acadiana Planning Commission will use DRA funds to develop strategy to leverage future public investment and facilitate and

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Springhill Sewer Main Repair | Springhill, LADRA Investment: $227,250; Total Investment: $277,250The City of Springhill will use DRA funds to repair sewer main and road repairs along 11th Street NE to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 100 families.

Louisiana Rural Health Association Telemedicine Program | Napoleonville, LADRA Investment: $750,000; Total Project Investment: $1,750,000The Louisiana Rural Health Association will use DRA funds to train rural health clinics, schools, and long-term care facilities how to profitably implement telemedicine services, keeping clinics open and saving jobs. This investment is projected to create 32 new jobs, retain 500 jobs, and train 300 individuals.

IDEAinstitute Project | New Orleans, LADRA Investment: $139,366; Total Investment: $201,266 The Idea Village will use DRA funds to support educational programming for startup founders and entrepreneurs to develop viable businesses. This investment is projected to train 40 individuals.

Village of Delta Economic Development Street Improvements | Delta, LADRA Investment: $222,000; Total Investment: $230,000 The Village of Delta will use DRA funds to reconstruct portions of St. Charles Street, Ouachita Avenue, and 2nd Street for economic development and to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to retain 19 jobs.

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Tensas Water Distribution Association Waterline Relocation | Tensas, LADRA Investment: $222,401; Total Investment: $246,401 The Tensas Water Distribution Association will use DRA funds to relocate an existing waterline which conflicts with a USACE levee improvement project. This investment is projected to affect 15 families.

City of Thibodaux Wastewater Treatment Plant Infrastructure Improvement Project | Thibodaux, LA:DRA Investment: $155,500; Total Investment: $243,700 The City of Thibodaux will use DRA funds to improve wastewater treatment plant infrastructure to maintain compliance. This nvestment is projected to create one job, retain three jobs, train four individuals, and affect 5,303 families.

Wesley Chapel and Mt. Calm Water System Project | Ruston, LADRA Investment: $357,500; Total Investment: $607,500 The Wesley Chapel Water System, Inc. will use DRA funds to merge the Wesley Chapel and Mt. Calm Water Systems to provide a sustainable water system to Northeast Bienville Parish. This investment is projected to affect 120 families.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements - Hodge | Hodge, LADRA Investment: $221,683; Total Investment: $221,683 The Village of North Hodge will use DRA funds to repair damage to the wastewater lagoon. This investment is projected to affect 155 families.

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Gramercy Retail/Hotel Center Wastewater Treatment Project | Gramercy, LADRA Investment: $155,500; Total Investment: $247,500 The Town of Gramercy will use DRA funds to install a new sewer pump station and sewer collection line to connect a business service center to the Town’s utility system to serve new business development. This investment is projected to create 16 new jobs, retain 16 jobs, and affect 1,278 families.

Town of Washington Gas Line Replacement | Washington, LADRA Investment: $135,300; Total Investment: $135,300 The Town of Washington will use DRA funds to replace the Town’s natural gas line which crosses Bayou Courtableau.

CORE Lab Enhancement | New Orleans, LADRA Investment: $83,035; Total Investment: $93,035The New Orleans BioInnovation Center will use DRA funds to purchase new highly specialized laboratory and A/V equipment to retain emerging biotechnology companies and attract new business ventures. This investment is projected to create 20 new jobs and retain 50 jobs.

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Sanitary Sewer Extension - Copiah County Industrial Park | Hazlehurst, MSDRA Investment: $241,350; Total Investment: $350,700 Copiah County will use DRA funds to rehabilitate a pump station and extend a sanitary sewer to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to retain 111 jobs.

Electrical Lineworker Training Facility Construction | Goodman, MSDRA Investment: $256,500; Total Investment: $556,500 Homes Community College will use DRA funds to construct a new electrical lineman training facility and emergency preparedness staging area. This investment is projected to train 150 individuals.

Grenada County Access Road | Grenada, MSDRA Investment: $319,315; Total Investment: $9,319,315 Grenada County will use DRA funds to construct an access road to Highway 51 to be used primarily by lumber trucks. This investment is projected to create 40 new jobs.

NWCC Utility Line Worker Program | Senatobia, MSDRA Investment: $100,000; Total Investment: $130,000 Northwest Mississippi Community College will use DRA funds to create a lineman training apprenticeship program. This investment is projected to train 32 individuals.

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Dixie Inn Infrastructure Project | Dixie Inn, LADRA Investment: $231,250; Total Investment: $256,250 The Village of Dixie Inn will use DRA funds to construct a new additional flow equalization tank adjacent to the existing tank along with piping, aeration equipment, and controls. This investment is projected to affect 200 families.

Lafourche Parish Pump Stations Fuel Tank Upgrade | Thibodaux, LADRA Investment: $136,405; Total Investment: $167,405 The Lafourche Parish Government will use DRA funds to replace 20 single-skinned fuel tanks with new double-skinned fuel tanks to improve services to residents. This investment is projected to affect 7,881 families.

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Fayette Sewer Improvements | Fayette, MSDRA Investment: $140,350; Total Investment: $140,350 The City of Fayette will use DRA funds to extend water and sewer service to the Highway 61/Highway 553 intersection and to recruit new businesses to the area. This investment is projected to affect 524 families.

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Friars Point 2020 Sewer Improvements | Friars Point, MSDRA Investment: $184,531; Total Investment: $184,531 The Town of Friars Point will use DRA funds to rehabilitate two sewer lift stations to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 460 families.

Coahoma County Saf-T-Cart Industrial Building Expansion Project | Clarksdale, MSDRA Investment: $177,720; Total Investment: $1,077,720 Coahoma County will use DRA funds to purchase needed permanent equipment for a county-owned facility to expand business operations. This investment is projected to create 25 new jobs and retain 89 jobs.

Charleston 2020 Water Well Project | Charleston, MSDRA Investment: $256,096; Total Investment: $556,096The City of Charleston will use DRA funds to rehabilitate the water well and elevated tank serving the City’s Industrial Park. This invest-ment is projected to affect 736 families.


Ceres Site B Access Road Construction | Vicksburg, MSDRA Investment: $256,500; Total Investment: $846,900 The Warren County Port Commission will use DRA funds to construct an industrial access road to Site B in the Ceres Industrial Park.

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Water System Improvements - Sylvarena | Sylvarena, MSDRA Investment: $147,721; Total Investment: $692,721 The Town of Sylvarena will use DRA funds to repair and replace existing water wells and to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 227 families.

Sewer Improvements - Heidelberg | Heidelberg, MSDRA Investment: $171,155; Total Investment: $180,155 The Town of Heidelberg will use DRA funds to repair its sewer system and to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 321 families.

Drew/Mississippi Delta Online Grocery Delivery Program | Drew, MSDRA Investment: $167,498; Total Investment: $656,463The City of Drew will use DRA funds to renovate and reconfigure the Senator Robert L. Crook Armory building to improve grocery services to residents. This investment is projected to create two jobs.

Sardis 2020 Downtown Sewer Improvements | Sardis, MSDRA Investment: $85,000; Total Investment: $250,000 The Town of Sardis will use DRA funds to rehabilitate approximately 500 feet of water lines, sewer lines, and streets in the downtown area to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 769 families.

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Total DRA Investment: $554,450; Total Investment: $1,599,450Tate County will use DRA funds to improve the surface of Hogfoot Road to improve services to businesses and residents. This investment is projected to create two new jobs and retain eight jobs.

MISSOURI 2020 INVESTMENTS


Emergency Communication Tower Relocation | Jackson, MODRA Investment: $55,442; Total Investment: $73,042 Cape Girardeau County will use DRA funds to demolish an existing communications tower and relocate emergency communications equipment onto an existing water tower to improve the public safety of residents.

Bourbon Sewer Improvements | Bourbon, MODRA Investment: $134,217; Total Investment: $147,030 The City of Bourbon will use DRA funds to install a UV disinfection system at its wastewater treatment facility to improve services to residents. This investment is projected to affect 785 families.

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Cleveland Phase II Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project | Cleveland, MSDRA Investment: $1,014,000; Total Investment: $8,304,549The City of Cleveland will use DRA funds to construct a sanitary sewer system project to improve services to residents. This investment is projected to affect 4,460 families.

Emergency Response and Training Station | Greenwood, MSDRA Investment: $250,000; Total Investment: $2,095,000The University of Mississippi Medical Center will use DRA funds to construct an Emergency Response Station and training hub at the Greenwood-Leflore Airport for the medically underserved Mississippi Delta residents. This investment is projected to retain 15 jobs and train 1,200 individuals.


City of Hernando AWG Fire Protection Project | Hernando, MSCIF Investment: $500,000; SEDAP Investment: $160,500Total DRA Investment: $660,500; Total Investment: $660,500 The City of Hernando will use DRA funds to build a 350,000-gallon ground tank with accompanying pumps for fire protection to serve a new commercial facility. This investment is projected to create 79 new jobs.

Tate County Hogfoot Road Improvement Project | Senatobia, MSCIF Investment: $277,225; SEDAP Investment: $277,225

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Agricenter International Innovation District | Memphis, TNDRA Investment: $400,000; Total Investment: $500,000 Agricenter International will use DRA funds to construct infrastructure to expand an agricultural research park and provide opportunities for business expansion.

Sharon Well Replacement Project | Sharon, TNDRA Investment: $100,000; Total Investment: $587,140The Town of Sharon will use DRA funds to install a new 10-inch well to improve services to residents. This investment is projected to affect 481 families.

City of Savannah Sewer Rehabilitation Project | Savannah, TNDRA Investment: $254,179; Total Investment: $267,286 The City of Savannah will use DRA funds to rehabilitate existing manholes and make sewer system repairs to the Central Business District. This investment is projected to affect 2,857 families.

City of Lexington Lift Station Replacement | Lexington, TNDRA Investment: $509,000; Total Investment: $1,268,650 The City of Lexington will use DRA funds to replace and relocate a sewer lift station to improve services to residents and businesses. This investment is projected to affect 3,406 families.

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Digital Workforce Training & Employment Initiative | Cape Girardeau, MODRA Investment: $170,650; Total Project Investment: $370,650The Marquette Tech District Foundation will use DRA funds to provide software engineering training, internships, and entrance into a National Rural Source Employment network. This investment is projected to create 24 new jobs and train 150 individuals.

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38126 Innovation & Technology Center | Memphis, TNDRA Investment: $360,000; Total Investment: $1,280,000The South Memphis Renewal Community Development Corporation will use DRA funds to construct a new 10,500 square foot commercial building for an Innovative Technology Center to provide workforce development and training opportunities for residents. This investment is projected to create 20 new jobs and train 70 individuals.

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Crockett County Distributor Site Improvements | Bells, TNDRA Investment: $135,300; Total Investment: $43,343,165 Crockett County will use DRA funds to extend water service to a new distribution center adjacent to US 412/SR 20. This investment is projected to create 50 new jobs and retain two jobs.

Infrastructure Expansion - Lexington | Lexington, TNDRA Investment: $337,906; Total Investment: $3,337,906 The City of Lexington will use DRA funds to provide water, sewer, and electrical infrastructure to an agricultural processingfacility to provide for new business growth. This investment is projected to retain 15 jobs.


Water System Improvements – Lake County Industrial Site and Port of Cates Landing | Tiptonville, TNDRA Investment: $1,519,000; Total Investment: $19,519,000The City of Tiptonville will use DRA funds to improve the water storage tank and water system at the Port of Cates Landing and the Lake County Industrial Complex. This investment is projected to create 100 new jobs, train 100 individuals, and affect 49 families.

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West Kentucky Community & Technical College | Paducah, KY: West Kentucky Community & Technical College will use DRA funding to support its LPN-to-RN Accelerated Bridge program. The program will pair an online preparatory course with a simulation lab and mentoring to improve exam pass rates, helping participants to complete the RN program in as little as one year. This ultimately will alleviate a critical shortage of RNs entering the workforce while also improving employment opportunities, earning potential, and long-term employment. The investment is projected to train up to 45 LPNs with advanced nursing education.DRA Investment: $106,580

LOUISIANA 2020 INVESTMENTSResearch Park Corporation | Baton Rouge, LA: Research Park Corporation will use DRA funding to expand Apprenti Louisiana, a nationally recognized registered apprenticeship program. The expansion will develop apprenticeship programs for 13 new employer partners within 57 parishes to meet the growing demand for tech talent across Louisiana. The investment is projected to train up to 48 individuals. DRA Investment: $149,983

Nicholls State University | Thibodaux, LA: Nicholls State University will use DRA funding to provide enhanced training and support activities to a regional workforce aligned with a state, regional, and community economic development strategy as well as leverage partner resources with grant funding to expand training capacity, create a sustainable program, and increase cybersecurity knowledge. The investment is projected to train up to 147 incumbent, displaced, civilian, and redundant workers in cybersecurity/cyber-defense.DRA Investment: $150,000

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ARKANSAS 2020 INVESTMENTSRestore Hope, Inc. | Little Rock, AR: Restore Hope, Inc. will use DRA funding to establish a recovery-to-work program in White County for individuals affected by substance use disorder. The investment is projected to train 16 individuals for high-demand careers in the metal fabrication industry. DRA Investment: $130,000

Southeast Arkansas College | Pine Bluff, AR: Southeast Arkansas College will use DRA funding to establish a certificate program in Supply Chain Transportation Technology to prepare program participants for commercial truck licensure. The investment is projected to train 45 individuals for high-demand careers in the transportation and logistics industry. DRA Investment: $150,000

KENTUCKY 2020 INVESTMENTSGreen River Area Development District | Owensboro, KY: The Hire to Operate (H2O) project will use DRA funding to support the Kentucky Rural Water Association’s Registered Apprenticeship Program. Apprentices will become certified Water/Wastewater Systems Operation Specialists through Related Technical Instruction and on-the-job training. H2O will elevate the required skills to meet progressing technology standards and create a talent pipeline for local utilities to replenish the qualified pool of operators. Theinvestment is projected to train ten individuals in Henderson, McLean, Union, and Webster counties.DRA Investment: $150,000

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Missouri State University – West Plains | West Plains, MO: Missouri State University – West Plains will use DRA funding to purchase needed equipment for advanced workforce training in robotics. The investment is projected to train 50-75 individuals, including dislocated workers, new entrants in the workforce, incumbent workers, and underrepresented groups such as women, veterans, minority groups, and individuals with disabilities.DRA Investment: $94,880

TENNESSEE 2020 INVESTMENTSProGeny Place | Memphis, TN: ProGeny Place, in coordination with The GradUS Project, will use DRA funding to enroll domestic violence victims into a newly designed, four-week Food-Based Manufacturing and Distribution industry certification program at Southwest Tennessee Community College. The investment is projected to train 20 individuals. DRA Investment: $102,410

Rural Health Association of Tennessee | Decaturville, TN: The Rural Health Association of Tennessee will use DRA funding to create a “pre-apprenticeship” program for nursing assistants and nursing aids designed to help alleviate the regional nursing shortage. The investment is projected to train up to 500 individuals.DRA Investment: $149,060

theCO | Jackson, TN: theCO will use DRA funding to launch the Dev Catalyst Alumni Program, which will support workforce readiness training, develop a portfolio showcase, establish a peer mentorship network, and bridge connections to regional job and internship opportunities in computer science, web development, and data management. The investment is projected to train up to 1,800 individuals.DRA Investment: $76,800

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University of Holy Cross | New Orleans, LA: The University of Holy Cross, in partnership with Delgado Community College, will use DRA funding to support the growing food service and manufacturing sector by providing scholarship support for culinary professionals working toward an accelerated Bachelor of Science degree in Culinology®. The investment is projected to train at least 10 individuals.DRA Investment: $150,000

MISSISSIPPI 2020 INVESTMENTSGriot Arts | Clarksdale, MS: Griot Arts will use DRA funding to provide a 16-week job training program that will establish an internship-to-job pipeline for local employers. The program will reduce the fiscal burden internships create for employers while preparing the future workforce for sustainable careers. The investment is projected to train up to 35 individuals.DRA Investment: $127,300

MISSOURI 2020 INVESTMENTS Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation | Portageville, MO: The Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation will use DRA funding to provide apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and agricultural entrepreneurial opportunities to meet the identified workforce needs of the agribusiness and agriculture-adjacent industries. The investment is projected to train up to 50 individuals throughout six counties in Southeast Missouri.DRA Investment: $150,000

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DRA serves 252 counties and parishes across its eight-state region:

Alabama:Barbour, Bullock, Butler, Choctaw, Clarke, Conecuh, Dallas, Escambia, Greene, Hale, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Monroe, Perry, Pickens, Russell, Sumter, Washington, Wilcox

Arkansas:Arkansas, Ashley, Baxter, Bradley, Calhoun, Chicot, Clay, Cleveland, Craighead, Crittenden, Cross, Dallas, Desha, Drew, Fulton, Grant, Greene, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lee, Lincoln, Lonoke, Marion, Mississippi, Monroe, Ouachita, Phillips, Poinsett, Prairie, Pulaski, Randolph, Searcy, Sharp, St. Francis, Stone, Union, Van Buren, White, Woodruff

Illinois:Alexander, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jackson, Johnson, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Randolph, Saline, Union, White, Williamson

Kentucky:Ballard, Caldwell, Calloway, Carlisle, Christian, Crittenden, Fulton, Graves, Henderson, Hickman, Hopkins, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, McCracken, McLean, Muhlenberg, Todd, Trigg, Union, Webster

Louisiana:Acadia, Allen, Ascension, Assumption, Avoyelles, Beauregard, Bienville, Caldwell, Cameron, Catahoula, Claiborne, Concordia, De Soto, East Baton Rouge, East Carroll, East Feliciana, Evangeline, Franklin, Grant, Iberia, Iberville, Jackson, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, La Salle, Lafourche, Lincoln, Livingston, Madison,Morehouse, Natchitoches, Orleans, Ouachita,

Lousiana (cont.):Plaquemines, Pointe Coupee, Rapides, Red River, Richland, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. Helena, St. James, St. John the Baptist, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, Tangipahoa, Tensas, Union, Vermillion, Washington, Webster, West Baton Rouge, West Carroll, West Feliciana, Winn

Mississippi:Adams, Amite, Attala, Benton, Bolivar, Carroll, Claiborne, Coahoma, Copiah, Covington, DeSoto, Franklin, Grenada, Hinds, Holmes, Humphreys, Issaquena, Jasper, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Lafayette, Lawrence, Leflore, Lincoln, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Montgomery, Panola, Pike, Quitman, Rankin, Sharkey, Simpson, Smith, Sunflower, Tallahatchie, Tate, Tippah, Tunica, Union, Walthall, Warren, Washington, Wilkinson, Yalobusha, Yazoo

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Distressed and Non-Distressed Counties and Parishes for FY 2020

Determination of a Distressed County/Parish:

Unemployment rate of one percent higher (5.7 percent) than the national

average (4.7 percent) for the most recent 24-month period; or have a per capita

income of 80 percent or less of the national per capita income.

DRA serves 252 counties and parishes across its eight-state region:

Missouri:Bollinger, Butler, Cape Girardeau, Carter, Crawford, Dent, Douglas, Dunklin, Howell, Iron, Madison, Mississippi, New Madrid, Oregon, Ozark, Pemiscot, Perry, Phelps, Reynolds, Ripley, Scott, Shannon, Ste. Genevieve, St. Francois, Stoddard, Texas, Washington, Wayne, Wright

Tennessee:Benton, Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Dyer, Fayette, Gibson, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Lauderdale, McNairy, Madison, Obion, Shelby, Tipton, Weakley

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S T . C H A R L E S

S T . C L A I R

S T .

G E N E V I E V E


ST. LOUIS

S A L I N E

S C H U Y L E R

S C O T L A N D

S C O T T

S H A N N O N

S H E L B Y


S U L L I V A N

T A N E Y

T E X A S

V E R N O N

W A R R E N

W A S H I N G T O N

W A Y N E

W E B S T E R

W O R T H

W R I G H T

ST. LOUISCITY

A N D E R S O N

B E D F O R D

B E N T O N

B L E D S O E

B L O U N T

B R A D L E Y

C A M P B E L L

C A N N O N

C A R R O L L

C A R T E R

CHEATHAM

C H E S T E R


C O C K E

C O F F E E

C R O C K E T T

C U M B E R L A N D

D A V I D S O N

D E C A T U R

D E K A L B

D I C K S O ND Y E R

F A Y E T T E

F E N T R E S S

F R A N K L I N

G I B S O N

G I L E S

G R A I N G E R

G R E E N E

G R U N D Y

H A M B L E N

H A M I L T O N

H A N C O C K

H A R D E M A N

H A R D I N

H A W K I N S

H A Y W O O D

H E N D E R S O N

H E N R Y

H I C K M A N

H O U S T O N

H U M P H R E Y S

J A C K S O N

J E F F E R S O N

J O H N S O N

K N O X

L A K E

L A U D E R D A L E

L A W R E N C E

L E W I S

L I N C O L N

L O U D O N

M C M I N N

M C N A I R Y

M A C O N

M A D I S O N

M A R I O N

M A R S H A L L

M A U R Y

M E I G SM O N R O E

M O N T G O M E R Y

M O O R E

M O R G A N

O B I O N

O V E R T O N

P E R R Y

P I C K E T T

P O L K

P U T N A M

R H E A

R O A N E

R O B E R T S O N

R U T H E R F O R D

S C O T T

SEQUATCHIE

S E V I E R

S H E L B Y

S M I T H

S T E W A R T

S U L L I V A N

S U M N E R

T I P T O N

TROUSDALE

U N I C O I

U N I O N

V A N

B U R E N

W A R R E N

WASHINGTON

W A Y N E

W E A K L E Y

W H I T E

W I L L I A M S O N

W I L S O N

Determination of a Distressed County/Parish:Unemployment rate of one percent higher (5.2 percent) than the national average (4.2 percent) for the most recent 24-month period; or have a per capita income of 80 percent or less of the national per capita income.

Distressed

Non-Distressed

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