Black Belt communities among list of projects in funding secured by Terri Sewell

A round of federal funding in the amount of $5,086,138 was secured by Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07), with several Black Belt counties being among that will benefit. 

A statement from Sewell said that the funding comes from the Fiscal Year 2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations Act approved on June 3. 

It covers public safety, affordable housing, infrastructure, economic development, and community revitalization.

"These federal investments will help strengthen our communities, improve quality of life, and create new opportunities for the people I represent," said Sewell. "From replacing aging emergency equipment and improving local infrastructure to revitalizing downtown business districts and expanding community spaces for seniors and families, these projects respond directly to the needs identified by local leaders across Alabama's 7th Congressional District. I will continue fighting to bring federal resources home and ensure that our communities receive the investments they deserve."

In Choctaw County: $850,000 will be used for the Town of Lisman Community Center Renovation Project to renovate a community facility, including the adding temporary housing, a workforce development training space, an education and safety briefing space, and ADA-compliant restrooms.

Sumter County: $500,000 for the University of West Alabama's Downtown Livingston Revitalization Initiative for public safety, modernized infrastructure, improved sidewalks and pedestrian access, upgrade lighting, and expanding economic opportunities in historic downtown Livingston.

Wilcox County: $500,000 for the City of Camden Infrastructure Improvement Project supporting storm sewer replacement and utility improvements, as well as the Whiskey Run Road to improve public services.

Greene County: $250,000 for the City of Eutaw Community Center Revitalization Project to the Robert Young Community Center for an updated exterior design, new metal roofing system, upgraded interior flooring, and full renovation.