The Tennessee Valley Authority and the U.S. Forest Service have made significant donations to the Between the Rivers Cemetery & Heritage Perpetual Fund for preserving designated areas within Land Between the Lakes.
TVA committed $100,000, and the US Forest Service contributed $25,000, with the fund to be managed by the Between the Rivers Cemetery & Heritage Committee.
TVA Board Director Wade White stated that they created the perpetual fund to maintain the cemeteries and cultural heritage of Land Between the Lakes.
click to download audioHe highlighted the importance of the perpetual fund.
click to download audioWhite noted that another key aspect is the establishment of a committee, with the funds held by the Friends of Land Between the Lakes. He mentioned that the committee is made up of five members.
The announcement was made Saturday at the Grand Rivers Community Center before LBL supporters, community members, partnering organization representatives, and local leaders. Speakers included White, Jared Baker from the US Forestry Service, LBL Association Executive Director Elaine Jackson, and Grand Rivers Mayor Tom Moody. During her remarks, Jackson also revealed the names of the committee members.
click to download audioMayor Moody expressed the City of Grand Rivers’ support and emphasized the importance of passing down the history of Between the Rivers to the younger generation.
click to download audioIn addition, Mayor Moody mentioned that they have established a fund with Livingston County Tourism to construct an LBL Museum in Grand Rivers.
click to download audioHe stated that they currently have $100,000 for the project but need public support to fund the museum, ensuring that the history of Land Between the Lakes is preserved and accessible to visitors.
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