Rep. Schmaltz applauds $3 million grant to help clean up Jackson area industrial complex

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Rep. Schmaltz applauds $3 million grant to help clean up Jackson area industrial complex

RELEASE|February 23, 2024

Contact: Kathy Schmaltz

State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz, R-Jackson, today issued the following statement after the Jackson County Land Bank was awarded a $3 million state grant to facilitate the demolition and cleanup of the fire-damaged industrial complex located on West North Street in Jackson:

“I am thrilled to see this much-needed investment in the revitalization of our community. The demolition and cleanup of the building devastated by the fire signify a new chapter for Jackson, one that prioritizes safety, economic growth, and community well-being. By addressing blight and transforming this site into a space ripe for redevelopment, we will lay the groundwork for a more vibrant and prosperous Jackson.”

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