Gov. Kemp Announces Third Round of Rural Site Development Grants

Governor Kemp announced on January 30 the third round of grants from the Rural Site Development Initiative (RSDI) within the OneGeorgia Authority. With $4.3 million included in this latest allotment, the total investment committed to rural site development projects since the program's launch in FY 2025 is now up to $21 million.

"In Georgia, we are committed to bringing good-paying jobs to every part of the state," said Governor Brian Kemp. "The Rural Site Development Initiative is a great tool in helping us bring opportunity to every zip code, and I am grateful for the partnership of the General Assembly and the leadership of the state agencies involved, without whom this generational impact for rural communities would not be possible."

RSDI grants are awarded for either site improvement or to assist with the costs of seeking Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development (GRAD) certification on approved projects critical to economic development in that area of the state. State funding is matched by the communities at various levels, based on the program's criteria.

Site Improvement Grants

Camden County Joint Development Authority
The Camden County Joint Development Authority in coastal Georgia was awarded $2 million for site readiness improvements, including the construction of an entry road, at the Coastal Georgia Commerce Park. The total project costs are $7.3 million.

Toombs County Development Authority
The Toombs County Development Authority in south Georgia was awarded $2 million for site readiness improvements at the 599-acre, GRAD-certified One Toombs Industrial Park. The total project costs are $2.7 million.

GRAD-Certification Scholarships

Brantley County Development Authority
The Brantley County Development Authority in southeast Georgia was awarded $45,000 to certify the 103-acre Satilla Industrial Park. The total project costs are $49,500.

Candler County Industrial Authority
The Candler County Industrial Authority in south Georgia was awarded $103,500 to renew certification for and expand the Metter-Candler I-16 Industrial Park. The total project costs are $115,000.

Rome-Floyd Development Authority
The Rome Floyd Development Authority in northwest Georgia was awarded $20,625 to certify the 200-acre Enterprise Corner Industrial Park site. The total project costs are $27,500.

Waycross-Ware County Development Authority
The Waycross-Ware County Development Authority in southeast Georgia was awarded $161,500 to certify the 391-acre Waycross and Ware County Airport Industrial Park. The total project costs are $188,900.