LDD Pilot Program

Agency: Delta Regional Authority

 

Description:

Non-competitive planning and technical assistance grant program to build the capacity of the 45 Local Development Districts (LDDs) in the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions.

Bill Section:

Division J

New or Existing:

New

Potential Cost:     

$5,940,000

Timeline:

Until expended.

Implementation Status/Rulemaking:   

On March 27, 2023, the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) announced the availability of $2.97 million in FY 2023 through the Local Development District (LDD) Community Support Pilot Program. Proposals are due May 11, 2023: Source

On August 30, 2023, the DRA awarded $2.3 million to 34 Local Development Districts through the LDD Community Support Pilot Program: Source .

TCS Notes:

Map of Local Development Districts available here