File #: 18-0176    Version: 1 Name: TAEP Grant
Type: Resolution Status: Other Business
File created: 5/3/2018 In control: City Council
On agenda: 5/8/2018 Final action: 5/8/2018
Title: Discussion and action on approval for application for Tennessee Agriculture Enhancement Program Grant (TAEP)
Sponsors: City Manager
Attachments: 1. Grant info packet

Title

Discussion and action on approval for application for Tennessee Agriculture Enhancement Program Grant (TAEP)

 

Body

SUMMARY: The goal of TAEP (Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program) tree planting grant is to increase the tree resource base in cities and towns across the State of Tennessee. TAEP community tree planting grants require a 50-50 cash match.  Match will be allowed for trees, shipping, purchased mulch, contracted planting, acknowledgement sign, and gator bags only. The City would be required to match 50 percent.  The amount would need to be added to the 2018-2019 budget.

 

BUDGET ACCOUNT:

 

Recommended Action

NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: Approve application for grant