NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Nashville mayor Freddie O’Connell announced new programs aimed at helping local businesses grow, retain workers and invest in their properties.
The plans include grants for longtime businesses, incentives for workforce training and an expanded property improvement program that will be available to more buildings.
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One new initiative, the Legacy Grant Program, will support businesses that have operated in Nashville for at least 15 years.
O’Connell said the grants are designed to cover costly but essential investments, including modernization, sustainability planning, lower operating costs and marketing.
“Grants through this new program will cover areas that are essential to running a successful legacy business, but are often prohibitively costly,” O’Connell said.
The mayor also announced Nashville’s new Workforce Advancement Incentive Program, which is intended to help local businesses train and retain employees.
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The Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce said the changes could help local owners invest in their businesses, expand and create jobs across the city.