UCDD Receives Largest Allocation In Tennessee For Loan Program
The UCDD received the largest amount of money in the state for its revolving loan program to help local businesses. Director of Economic Development Megan Choate said they received over $5 million dollars thanks to additional CARES Act money through the Economic Development Administration. Choate said the UCDD got nearly five times more money allocated […]
Sandwich Boards Allowed In Downtown Livingston
Some businesses in downtown Livingston can now utilize its sidewalks for signage as long as ADA guidelines are followed. Mayor Curtis Hayes said sidewalk on the east side of the square is the only one large enough for signs. The sign must be within five feet of the business and no larger then two feet. […]
UCDD Offering Revolving Loans For Struggling Businesses
The Upper Cumberland Development District is offering revolving loans for businesses struggling from the pandemic. The UCDD has offered this program before, but Executive Director Mark Farley said they’re receiving double the amount of federal funding, some $5 million. “When we get this new money in, we’ll be making that at a very low interest […]
Putnam’s March Sales Tax Revenue Dips To State Average
Putnam County’s sales tax revenue dropped to 6.1 percent in March, matching the 6 percent state average. Mayor Randy Porter said he is pleased with the outcome since he was expecting a 10 percent decrease. “When you start to look at the county overall, the only decrease we had was inside the city limits of […]
