2024 PROJECTS
RAISE Grant for S. MLK Drive
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant will provide over $6M in federal funding for improvements to Martin Luther King Jr. Drive from South Street to Morrell Street.
MLK Center Improvement Grant
The Jackson Parks and Recreation Department is seeking $1M in grant funding to construct a new playground and pavilion at the MLK Recreation Center.
2022$4.5million
Creating a Development and Tax Increment Financing Plan that was adopted by the Jackson City Council in 2022 and allocated $4.5 million in public funds to support MLK Corridor Improvement Authority activities.2022Growth
Identifying funding sources, adding community board members, and beginning to coordinate development, outreach, and introductions to facilitate this project.March 2023Marketing & Communication
Improving public awareness of and engagement with the MLK CIA by hiring a marketing and communications firm in March 2023.July 2023Investments
Beginning to advance housing, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects in the development area and to market this area to potential investors and supporters. Pursuing landscaping improvements for the Morrell/MLK Dr. intersection and a community art installation established in July 2023.2023Community Input
Conducting a community-wide survey to gather perspectives and identify the priorities of MLK Corridor residents and business owners.2023Digital Growth
Developing and executing a Marketing Strategy and Communications Plan, MLK Corridor Improvement Authority website, community member survey, and social media pages.2023Initiatives
Launching Neighborhood Clean-Up Initiatives to enhance the environment of the MLK Corridor.2023Programs
Establishing business support programs and assistance, including an Entrepreneurial Fund, Workforce Development Hub, and informational and networking events.
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