Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly on Wednesday announced the launch of the city’s Equitable Recovery Commission, which will guide how the city uses its federal COVID-19 relief funding.
The commission will be tasked with determining how to spend $38.6 million in federal American Rescue Plan funds throughout the city to bolster those affected by the pandemic, according to a Wednesday news release.
“This historic infusion of [American Rescue Plan] dollars serves as an opportunity to catalyze lasting positive change in our city for generations to come, with a focus on communities disproportionately affected by an extraordinary public health emergency,” Kelly said. “I’m looking forward to working with these outstanding community leaders – who’ve volunteered their time, deep community relationships and expertise – to help us provide a transparent, equitable and accountable process that’s worthy of our residents’ trust and confidence.”
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The commission is comprised of 12 community leaders selected by Kelly.