The City of Brunswick and Brunswick Main Street have been awarded $300,000 in State Revitalization grants to continue work on several downtown revitalization projects.
BRUNSWICK, Md., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The State Revitalization grants are administered by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) through six different programs. These six programs support revitalization and redevelopment projects and activities including: business expansion and retention; streetscape improvements; homeownership and home rehabilitation incentives; commercial improvement programs; community facilities; mixed-use development, and demolition activities. Governor Hogan stated "Our state revitalization programs are a shining example of how we can work together to create impactful change and improve the quality of life for residents."
The City of Brunswick was awarded $200,000 from the State Demolition Fund, a statewide program aimed at catalyzing activities that accelerate economic development and job production in existing Maryland communities. This award will be used towards the renovation and refurbishment of the Berlin House, at 9 S. Maple Ave. The house will become an interpretative historic house showing life in Berlin, MD (Berlin is the former name of Brunswick) in the 1890's.
The City of Brunswick was also awarded $50,000 through the Community Legacy program which are awarded to projects in designated Sustainable Communities throughout Maryland. This award will be used for improvements to the parking area across from Smoketown Brewing Station. Mayor Nathan Brown stated "this parking lot is an important project in downtown Brunswick. As businesses continue to locate in the west end of the City, parking demands must keep pace with revitalization efforts."
Brunswick Main Street was awarded $50,000 in Community Legacy funds for the continuation of their Façade and Interior Improvement grant program, which assists property owners in the designated Main Street district. Funds from this program have been used in the past for new roofs, masonry work, HVAC improvements, electrical system upgrades, windows, signage, and flooring.
Mayor Brown expressed his pleasure at the continued support from the State of Maryland, particularly the Governor's office and Department of Housing and Community Development. "I am thrilled with the relationships we have established with State agencies. Their support has been paramount in Brunswick's efforts to bring great projects to fruition."
Media Contact
Carmen Hilton, Manager, Brunswick Main Street, 301-834-7750 x24, [email protected]
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