Department of Environment & Conservation
Jim Fyke, Commissioner
»» Grant Awards 2008
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The Appalachian Trail Conservancy received a $62,400 RTP grant for trail rehabilitation at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Andrew Downs, Associate Regional Representative.
The City of Athens received a $70,000 LPRF grant for a walking trail and renovation to Cook Park in Athens. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor John Profitt, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Parks & Recreation Director Austin Fesmire.
The Town of Atoka received a $400,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition and development of Walker Lake Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Alderman J. Earl Billings, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Alderman Thomas L. Rogers.
The Friends of Beaman Park received an $85,000 RTP grant to upgrade the trail at Beaman Park and create an observation area. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Nancy Dorman, Metro Parks Board member Karen Johnson, Senator Thelma Harper, Governor Phil Bredesen, Metro Council member Dune Dominy, Representative Brenda Gilmore, Superintendent of Natural Resources Metro Parks Bob Parrish, and Representative Gary Moore.
Big Cypress Tree State Natural Area received a $100,000 RTP grant to build a boardwalk at the park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Representative Mark Maddox, President of Friends of Cypress Tree Carey Sanders, Governor Phil Bredesen, Park Manager Bill McCall, and Josephine Binkley.
Bradley County received a $400,000 LPRF grant for softball complexes and Elrod Park and a $20,000.00 RTP grant for a Master Plan for a Cleveland/Bradley County Greenway. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Gary Davis, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Parks and Recreation Director Paul Wyrick.
The Town of Brighton received a $175,000 LPRF grant for site prey and ball field construction with amenities at Brighton Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Jeff Scott, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Chief Administrator Chad Gatlin.
Brownsville/Haywood County received a $175,000 LPRF grant for an ADA playground upgrade. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park and Recreation Director Nancy Cates, and Governor Phil Bredesen.
Town of Burns received a $425,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition and construction of 2 ball fields and amenities at Burns Municipal Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Jeffrey Bishop, Governor Phil Bredesen, Representative David Shepard, and Land Donor Henry McCall.
City of Carthage received a $30,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition, walking track, and playground equipment for Carthage City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor David Bowman, Governor Phil Bredesen, Vice Mayor Jerry Futtrell, and Senator Mae Beavers.
City of Chattanooga received a $225,000 LPRF grant for the development of a sprayground park at Warner Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Special Services Manager Rick O’Rear, Representative Tommie Brown, Governor Phil Bredesen, Grants Funding Analyst Darryl Wilson, and Representative Richard Floyd.
City of Cleveland received a $40,000 RTP grant for construction of a paved trail at Leonard Fletcher Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Parks and Recreation Director Patti Petitt, Governor Phil Bredesen, City Manager Janice Casteel.
City of Clinton received a $100,000 LPRF grant for general work at Town Springs. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Larry Gann, Mayor Winfred Shoopman, Governor Phil Bredesen, Representative Jim Hackworth, Steve Jones, unknown.
City of Coalmont received a $97,000 RTP grant for development of 4 multi-use trails at Lawrence P Phipps Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Recreation Commissioner Rudy Brown, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Frank Brown.
City of Cookeville received a $300,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition and expansion of Dogwood Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Vice Mayor Jean Davis, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Leisure Services Director Rick Woods.
City of Covington received a $300,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition at Cobb Parr Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Fitness Coordinator Lyn Jones, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mayor David Gordon.
The Cumberland Trail Conference received a $68,500 RTP grant for the addition of 12.5 miles of trail to the Cumberland Trail State Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, General Manager Anthon Hook, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Office Manager Marleya Pendleton.
Town of Dandridge received a $100,000 LPRF grant for site work at Grace Shrader Park/Field of Dreams. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Vice Mayor Mike Chambers, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Town Administrator Jim Hutchins
Town of Farragut received a $96,000 RTP grant for trail construction at Farragut Greenways and a $100,000.00 LPRF grant for a playground at McFee Road Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Eddy Ford III, and Governor Phil Bredesen.
City of Friendship received a $53,000 LPRF grant for upgrades to Friendship Community Center and Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Casey Burnett and Governor Phil Bredesen.
Fort Pillow State Historic Park received a $37,000 RTP grant for updating the park trails. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park ranger Greg Taylor, and Governor Phil Bredesen.
City of Germantown received a $400,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition at Germantown Civic Club Complex. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park and Recreation Director Pam Beasley, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Senator Paul Stanley.
Town of Graysville received a $13,000 LPRF grant for amenities at Kristopher’s Kingdom Park. Pictured from left to right are: Representative Jim Cobb, Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park Board Member Linda Miller, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Town Recorder Michelle Horton.
Town of Greeneville received a $425,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition and ball field development at Hal Henard Sports Complex. Pictured from left to right are: Representative David Hawk, Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Steve Southerland, Lennie Lawson, Abby Lawson, Governor Phil Bredesen, Representative Eddie Yokley, and Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson.
City of Greenfield received a $57,000 LPRF grant for upgrades to the Callins field Baseball Complex. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Representative Mark Maddox, unknown, Josephine Binkley, Governor Phil Bredesen, unknown, and City Recorder Randy Potts.
Hamblen County received an $87,500 LPRF grant for a new pavilion and restroom upgrade to ADA standards at Cherokee Park and a $93,000 RTP grant for trail work at Cherokee Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Steve Southerland, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mayor David Purkey.
Hamilton County/City of Chattanooga received a $250,000 grant for construction at Enterprise South Nature Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Representative Tommie Brown, Representative Jim Cobb, Governor Phil Bredesen, Parks and Recreation Director Ron Priddy, Representative Richard Floyd.
Historic Rugby received a $32,320 RTP grant for trail work at Rugby State Natural Area. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Board Member Jane Logan, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Executive Director Barbara Stagg.
Jefferson City received a $200,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition and development of tennis courts at Jefferson City Center Community. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park and Recreation Director Walter Gibson, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson.
Town of Kimball received a $175,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition and upgrades to Kimball Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor David Jackson, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Town Recorder Tonia May.
City of Kingsport received a $70,000 RTP grant for construction of a walking rail in Eastman Park and a $300,000.00 LPRF grant for upgrades to Domtar Park and Eastman Park at Horse Creek Trail. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Grants & Government Relations Specialist Morris Baker, Governor Phil Bredesen, Will Canterbery, and Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson.
Lewis County/City of Hohenwald received a $250,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition for Memorial Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Lewis County Mayor Kenneth Turnbow, Representative Joey Hensley, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Executive Director of Hohenwald/Lewis County Economic Development Council Philip Griner.
City of Lewisburg received a $48,000 RTP grant for walking trail improvements at New Lake, and a $30,000.00 LPRF grant for construction of restroom/concession stand at Southside Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park and Recreation Director Guy Chambers, Governor Phil Bredesen, Aquatics Director Jimmy Stitt, and Senator Bill Ketron.
Town of Livingston received a $25,000 LPRF grant for safety net for ball fields, swimming pool and playground at Livingston City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mayor Curtis Hayes.
Town of Lookout Mountain received $150,000 LPRF grant for playground equipment, surfacing and installation at Mountain Maze Playground. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Greg Brown, Governor Phil Bredesen, Commissioner of Parks & Playgrounds William Moses, and Representative Richard Floyd.
City of Luttrell received a $36,000 LPRF grant for restroom facility at Luttrell City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mayor Johnny Merritt.
The Maryville, Alcoa & Blount County Parks & Recreation Commission received a $20,000 RTP grant for a Master Plan. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Parks and Recreation Commission Executive Director Joe Huff.
Maury County received a $48,000 RTP grant to develop a trail and observation deck at Maury County Park. Pictured from left to right are: Representative John Tidwell, Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Lori Fisher Brawley of South Central Development District, Governor Phil Bredesen, Park and Recreation Director Al Ray, Representative Tom DuBois, and Senator Bill Ketron.
City of McKenzie received a $47,000 LPRF grant for lighting ball fields at McKenzie Recreation Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Walter Winchester, Governor Phil Bredesen, Parks Director Ricky French, Representative Mark Maddox.
City of McMinnville received a $425,000 LPRF grant for development of indoor aquatics center. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Parks and Recreation Director Carlene Brown, Governor Phil Bredesen, Mayor, Royce Davenport.
City of Medina received a $60,000 RTP grant for a multi use trail in Media and a $400,000.00 LPRF grant for land acquisition and development of a ball fields and amenities at Medina Spots Complex. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Vance Coleman, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Parks and Recreation Director Jeff Graves.
The Metropolitan Nashville Board of Parks and Recreation received a $48,000 RTP grant for paving a trail at Morgan Road Park and a $300,000 LPRF grant for rehabilitation of Metro Park on Morgan Road in Joelton. Pictured from left to right are: Representative Brenda Gilmore, Charlie Harvison, Senator Thelma Harper, Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Lowell Matthews, Carroll Richardson, Governor Phil Bredesen, Duane Dominy, Mayor Karl Dean, Metro School Board member Karen Johnson, Wayne Winters, and Representative Gary Moore.
City of Minor Hill received a $44,000 LPRF grant for construction of concession/restrooms at Minor Hill City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Tracy Wilburn, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Debbie Wilburn.
Montgomery County received a $440,000 LPRF grant for development of a ball field complex, concession/restrooms/press box at Civitan Park and a $36,000.00 RTP grant for an ADA paved trail at Rotary Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Carolyn Bowers, Governor Phil Bredesen, PIO Elizabeth Black, Representative Curtis Johnson.
City of Morristown received a $52,000 RTP grant for land acquisition at Wayne Hansard Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Steve Southerland, Governor Phil Bredesen, Hamblen County Mayor David Purkey, and Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson.
City of Mt. Pleasant received a $40,000 LPRF grant for ball field lighting at Hay Long Walls Rotary Park and a $27,500 RTP grant for a fitness trail at Gardenia Clark Community Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Director of Planning/Zoning Carl Martin, City Commissioner Chris Frierson, Representative Tom DuBois and Senator Bill Ketron.
City of Newbern received a $48,000 LPRF grant for rehabilitation to Oakview Park and City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor K.W. Dennison, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Parks and Recreation Director Dan Post.
Town of Oneida received a $165,000 LPRF grant for a ball field complex with concessions, restrooms, and press box at Oneida ear Creek Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Treasurer/Recorder Betty Matthews, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Building Official Rex Orick.
City of Orlinda received a $15,000 LPRF grant for a playground at Orlinda City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Diane Black, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Representative Robert Bibb.
City of Paris received a $55,000 LPRF grant for restrooms at Memorial Park and a skate park at Ogburn Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Josephine Binkley, Connie Murray, Governor Phil Bredesen, City Manager Jack Tarkington, and Parks & Recreation Director Tony Lawrence.
Town of Parrottsville received a $39,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition, basketball court, and tennis court at Parrottsville Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Steve Southerland, Governor Phil Bredesen, Mayor Ronnie Hommel, Representative Eddie Yokley, and Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson.
Perry County received a $27,000 LPRF grant for construction of a multi-use ball field at Perry County Veterans Park. Pictured from left to right are: Representative John Tidwell, Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Josephine Binkley, Governor Phil Bredesen, Parks and Recreation Director Mike Andrews, and Lori Fisher Brawley of South Central Development District.
City of Pigeon Forge received a $225,000 LPRF grant for upgrades to City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Parks and Recreation Director John Wilbanks, Governor Phil Bredesen, Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson, and Representative Richard Montgomery.
Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park received a $90,000 RTP grant for increase ADA compliance of trail at park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Park Manager Tim Poole.
Town of Pleasant View received a $425,000 LPRF grant for land acquisition for Pleasant View Community Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park Board Chair Kelly Ellis, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mayor Kerry McCarver.
Town of Powell’s Crossroads received a $75,000 LPRF grant for ball field lighting and playground equipment for Crossroads Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mayor Jerry Morrison.
City of Pulaski received a $300,000 LPRF grant for bleachers at Sam Davis Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Daniel Speer, Governor Phil Bredesen, City Administrator Terry Harrison, and Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson.
Putnam County received an $87,000 RTP grant for development of a trail system at Tennessee Central Heritage Trail. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Project Manager Cathy Andrews, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Tennessee Central Heritage Trail Authority Member Ken Hall.
City of Ridgely received a $118,000 LPRF grant for upgrades to Ridgely City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Denny Johnson, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mary Ruth Bargery.
City of Ripley received a $250,000 LPRF grant for Ripley Center. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Mayor Jon Pavletic, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Alderman Billy Chipman.
Town of Samburg received a $16,000 LPRF grant for renovation of restrooms, playground and safety surface at Samburg City Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Vice Mayor Sandra Neely, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Mayor Larry Davis.
City of Savannah received a $95,000 LPRF grant for upgrades at Harbert Field. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Vice Mayor Blake White, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Recreation Director Larry Arendall.
Town of Selmer received a $23,000 LPRF grant for playground safety surface, concrete walkway and site furnishings at South Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Park and Recreation Director Sybil Dancer, and Governor Phil Bredesen.
City of Sweetwater received $125,000 LPRF grant for improvements to Engleman Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Randy McNally, Governor Phil Bredesen, Commissioner James Matony, Representative Jimmy Matlock, and Parks and Recreation Director Greg Norman.
The Tennessee Valley Authority received a $50,000 RTP grant for an 80 foot span bridge at East Lakeshore Trail. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Clay Guerry.
Town of Wartrace received $10,000 LPRF grant for playground equipment at Winette-Ayers Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Jim Tracy, Parks and Recreation Chair Jean Gallagher, Governor Phil Bredesen, Mayor John Gallagher, and Representative Curt Cobb.
City of White House received a $42,000 LPRF grant for renovation of a ball field complex at White House Municipal Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Senator Diane Black, Leisure Services Board Chair Fran Hutson, Governor Phil Bredesen, Mayor John Decker, and Representative Robert Bibb.
Town of White Pine received a $60,000 LPRF grant for a splash pad at Lions Park. Pictured from left to right are: Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke, Field Representative for Special Projects Cynthia Jackson, Governor Phil Bredesen, and Alderman Fred Taylor.
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