COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – Three downtown Coldwater projects have been awarded a total of $112,500 in grants that will be used for facade renovations.
The Coldwater Main Street Program, also known as the City of Coldwater’s Downtown Development Authority, announced the projects on Wednesday morning.
The awardees include projects at 49 West Chicago Street, Jeannie’s Diner and Southern Roots Salon & Spa.
According to a Coldwater Main Street press release, the selected projects include restoration of 11 historic non-functioning windows; mansard roof removal; three updated and/or refreshed paint schemes; tuck pointing and stucco repair; and some building maintenance.
The news release went on to state that net private investment tied to the projects is expected to exceed $260,000, with total project costs nearing $375,000.
The program is funded by a $75,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and $37,500 of matching funds from Coldwater Main Street.
Those receiving awards are tentatively scheduled to appear before the Historic District Commission during their next meeting on April 10.
Once the Commission approves the projects and confirmed that they abide by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation, those receiving awards will execute grant agreements with Coldwater Main Street before beginning project work.
Projects are expected to be completed by the end of the year.
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