Federal Grant Award Summary

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) $685,305.93 under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (CFDA 97.039) to support hazard mitigation initiatives in Melrose, Tennessee. The project grant, awarded on March 1, 2026, with a completion date of September 30, 2026, enables TEMA to implement mitigation activities designed to reduce the risk of future disaster-related damage, loss of life, and property loss in areas affected by major disasters. As the state-level emergency management agency, TEMA serves as the primary recipient and will coordinate the allocation and implementation of these funds.

Under this award, TEMA will support hazard mitigation projects that may include infrastructure improvements, emergency planning enhancements, hazard mitigation planning updates, and community resilience initiatives. The funding reflects FEMA's commitment to supporting states in implementing proactive measures to strengthen disaster preparedness and reduce long-term vulnerability to natural hazards. TEMA, as a critical state emergency management entity, will distribute and oversee sub-awards to local governments, municipalities, and other eligible entities to implement localized mitigation projects across affected jurisdictions in Tennessee.