Hire to operate H2O

The Delta Regional Authority, a civilian federal agency, awarded a $450,000.00 Project Grant under the Delta Area Economic Development program (CFDA 90.201) to Green River Area Development District Inc. (Gradd), a regional planning and development organization serving western Kentucky. The award, with a period of performance from October 1, 2023 to October 1, 2025, will fund Gradd's efforts to HIRE TO OPERATE H2O, which involves operating water infrastructure programs and delivering related community and economic development services across the region. Gradd has received multiple previous federal grants from agencies such as the Delta Regional Authority, Department of Transportation, Environmental Protection Agency, and Department of Labor to support activities like water infrastructure, roadway safety, brownfield assessments, workforce development, and economic recovery.