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Project Funding Request Application
The Virginia Department of Energy(Virginia EnergyJencourages applicants to submit projects with the greatest potential to achieve
the economic development goals set forth by the AMLER Program.
General Information
Project Title:
Russell Co. IDA Site Infrastructure Bridge Construction
Current AMLER Funding Requested: i Estimated Project
$ 1,200,034
200, $ 1,200,034
Project Location (Physical) Address: ose
6799 Gravel Lick Road, Cleveland VA 24225 Russell
GPS Coordinates* (Lat/Long):
36,9597907, -82.1808713
Impacted Communities:
Russell, Wise and Dickenson Counties
Will AMLER funds be used to purchase Real Estate?
XNo (Yes
‘OSMRE AMLER Program Guidelines Category
OA OB X A&B
‘Anticipated Project Partners (eg. Local Governments, Civic Organizations, Private Business, ete) that will have a direct role
in project management or work, or that will act in an advisory role:
Russell County Industrial Development Authority
Primary Applicant Information
‘Organization Name ‘Contact Person Title E-mail address
Russell County Industrial Ernest McFaddin Executive Director [email protected]
Development Authority
‘Street or P.O. Box City State ZIP CODE | Telephone Number
133 Highland Drive Suite 8 Lebanon vA 24266 276-971-0690
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Project Summary
Project Summary - Provide a brief, 1-2 paragraph summary of the project including how AMLER funds will be
expended. Your response here should briefly summarize, not substitute for, your responses to following questions.
‘The Russell County Industrial Development Authority (RCIDA) seeks to deploy critical infrastructure to support the needs of the
future economic development prospects to this repurposed AMLER site, Project Reclaim. The further deployment of critical
infrastructure to the AMLER site includes main access point, 3,000 cubic yards of backfill material/site preparation, and bridge
installation.
Current bridges that provide access to the property are not intended for commercial use or high traffic which is expected for
utilization of this property. The current bridges will be utilized as access points for the Title V active permit work still being
formed. The proposed new bridge will be prohibited for Title V work. The existing bridges do not meet the specifications
tequired as main access points for the mega site.
‘The above referenced critical infrastructure is in support of and in proximity of the reclaimed AMLER area of Project Reclaim. The
bridge will be built on property owned by RCIDA. It is necessary to provide a viable access point for the new industrial site build-
out
Project Details
Project Details - Provide a detailed project description and narrative, Please include information such as how
AMLER funds will be expended, the anticipated project timeline, milestones, objectives, and challenges. If this is
‘a multi-phase project, clearly distinguish what will be accomplished with AMLER funds in this phase of the
project. Outline the role(s) of any identified project partners.
‘The RCIDA’s planned scope of work is to install an access bridge that will provide main access from the primary road Gravel Lick
Road to the previously developed AMLER Project Reclaim Site, This is the location for the Russell County Industrial Complex,
mega site.
Main Access PoinUSite Prep/NEPA Study and Bridge Installation:
Installation of an access bridge is essential to further develop this site. Without a main access bridge, itis impossible for future
industry to access the reclaimed site for industrial development and utilization. The following items are needed for the bridge
stallation:
NEPA Study/Engineering
Project Management
‘Sediment and Erosion Control
Excavate and Construct Foundation
Install HY-SPAN Bridge and Wingwall
(Permatile) 40° span x 32° length 8° rise
Backfill Approaches and Stabilize Site
Concrete
Crane and Labor to place bridge structure
Environmental services
Paving across the bridge
“Itemized quote attached to application.
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Project Funding Requ: tion,
Wve referenced scope of work can commence soon after the Authorization to Proceed (ATP) is granted, subject to material
availability and seasonal working conditions, The previous permit, DMLR 1302253, was recently released by Virginia Energy.
Once construction begins, we expect the project to be completed within 12 months. Upon completion of the Bridge Installation, the
property owner will be responsible for the upkeep of the bridge from the day of completion forward.
‘The Installation of the main access bridge described above will assist with the following items:


In July 2022, Draper Aden Associates completed a site characterization through the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program
(VPRSP), which is administered by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP). In the site characterization of
the AMLER Project Reclaim site (Russell County Industrial Complex, mega site); the site was characterized as a Tier 2.
The report is provided for reference and additional explanation of the various Tiers within the VPRSP program. Tier 5
is the highest level within the program and what all sites aspire to reach. The RCIDA is currently working to complete the
items necessary to move this property from Tier 2 to Tier 3. Once we reach the Tier 3 classification, the approval and
construction of the bridge will assist the site from moving from Tier 3 to Tier 4, and to the final Tier 5 stage. Being
classified as a Tier 5 site means that this property will be marketed by VEDP to all interested parties, either national or
international companies looking to locate within the state of Virginia, as a build ready site. The higher classifications will
also allow RCIDA to access additional funding pools available through the state for economic site development of this site.


RCIDA has had high volume inquiries related to this mega site. Companies ranging from multiple bit-coin mining
operations, battery separating facilities, recycling iron companies, to Fed-X. All these proposed businesses passed on this
property for various reasons. However, there were two reasons that were common in all proposed projects. A) There was
not a form of access in place to meet their expected demand and B) The length of time that would be required to get the
access in place as it related to their project demands.


This site currently has an NDA, 6-year lease/purchase option agreement associated with it. The company is currently doing
their internal vetting of the property to see if it will meet the needs of their company. One item already identified by this
company is having adequate access to and from the property. Existing accesses are narrow/one-way bridges that will not
facilitate high traffic volume to and from the property. Having the access bridge will be essential to any company looking to
locate on this property.


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Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program
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Eligibility for AMLER
Describe the AML features, abandoned mined lands, and/or any associated previous AML reclamation activities
associated with the project.*
This project is in proximity to the area recently remediated through the Golden Pond Gob Pile Removal Project (Project Number
18302, FY2018). Additionally, this proposed AMLER Project is adjacent to the South Clinchfield Water System Project (Project
Number 8613, FY1986). ‘That project installed public water line along Gravel Lick Rd into the community of South Clinchfield,
Refer to Section Hof OSMRE’s AMLER Guidance for eligibility criteria. AML problem types (Le. features) can be found on OSMRE’s
website (Priority 1 & 2 and Priority 3). Known locations of features and past AML reclamation project sites can be found on the Virginia
Energy Interactive Map of Abandoned Coal Mine Lands. Surface mining permit boundaries can be found on the Virginia Energy Interactive
Map of Southwest Virginia Coal Mined Lands. AMLER funds cannot be expended on a site with an active mining permit.
Economic and Community Development Nexus
Briefly describe the project’s end use and anticipated long term benefits relative to Economic Development and/or
‘Community Development, clearly defining and focusing on the benefits and outcomes provided for by AMLER
funding. Identify the role the project may have in meeting objectives of any relevant strategic or comprehensive
plans such as those of a county or planning district.
The Installation of the main access bridge described above will assist with the following items:

In July 2022, Draper Aden Associates completed a site characterization through the Virginia Business Ready Sites
Program (VPRSP), which is administered by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP). In the site
characterization of the AMLER Project Reclaim site (Russell County Industrial Complex, mega site); the site was
characterized as a Tier 2. The report is provided for reference and additional explanation of the various Tiers within
the VPRSP program. Tiet 5 is the highest level within the program and what all sites aspire to reach. The RCIDA is
currently working to complete the items necessary to move this property from Tier 2 to Tier 3. Once we reach the Tier
3 classification, the approval and construction of the bridge will assist the site from moving from Tier 3 to Tier 4, and to
the final Tier 5. Being classified as a Tier 5 site means that this property will be marketed by VEDP to all interested
parties, either national or international companies looking to locate within the state of Virginia, as a build ready site,
‘The higher classifications will also allow RCIDA to access additional funding pools available through the state for
‘economic site development.

2). This site currently has an NDA lease/purchase option agreement associated with it. The company is currently doing
their internal vetting of the property to see if it will meet the needs of their company. One item already identified by
this company is having adequate access to and from the property. Existing accesses are narrow/one-way bridges that
will not facilitate high traffic volume to and from the property. Having the access bridge will be essential to any
‘company looking to locate on this property.


By developing the Project Reclaim mega site for economic development, there will be an opportunity to bring in 150-
300 new jobs into a region that is experiencing a decrease in economic growth.


The Cumberland Plateau Planning District, this property is located within this planning district, recently identified in
their 2023 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Update that Goal #1 is Economic Development and
Tourism, Their goal is to reduce the dependance on coal mining and improve the ability of local governments to foster
new or expanding business, especially in the target industries of information technology, automotive, clean, and
alternative energy, advanced manufacturing, aquaculture and wood products and in the field of asset-based
development. Having a mega site such as the AMLER funded project will provide an opportunity for new and
‘expanding industries to move into our region.


*Refer to OSMRE’s AMLER Guidance Section Il and Section VII for example metrics.
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Project Fur
Outcomes and Metrics
Tdentify immediate AND long-term quantifiable performance outcome measures in separate bullet lists, *
Immediate Outcomes: Long Term Outcomes
‘© Will include the backfill of the proposed bridge site ‘* With the installation of the proposed bridge, itis
with approximately 3,000 cubic yards of prep-site ‘expected that RCIDA will be able (o secure one if not
material two companies to occupy the mega site.
‘* The completion of site preparation of the proposed ‘© Having the bridge in place to this mega site will allow
bridge site. ‘companies to access property that would have capacity
‘© The installation of the proposed bridge to allow for an to offer employment (0100-550 individuals.
adequate access point to the property
*Refer to OSMRE’s AMLER Guidance Section III and Section VII for example metrics.
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Budget
Provide the following or similarly structured budget summary table in MS Excel format (download template). Include
Pri
juest Ay
ication
all projected funding amounts and specify sources. Account for AMLER requirements such as detailed plan
preparation, NEPA compliance, Buy American Act, building/environmental permit fees, etc. Refer to OSMRE’s
AMLER Guidance and Virginia Energy’s AMLER Terms & Conditions for detailed requirements.
Funding Source(s)
Expense | Current Senet Local In-kind | other | Other ae
Category request | [Name) | !Namel | [Name] | (Wame] | [Name]
Engineering,
Plans, NEPA $40, $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $40,600
Construction &
a 1,.43,43. $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,103,434
Equipment $0 so $0 $0 $0 $0
Real Estate $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $o
Other
Project $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $16,000
‘Management
Other
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pease $0 $0 $ $0 $0 $0
Source Total $0 so $0 $0 $0 $0
Applied Select Select Select Select Select
Status of Funds " Status Status Status Status Status $1,200,034
‘Submission of a more detailed budget that further breaks down the above categories is acceptable and may be requested,
AMLER soft cost expenditures may not exceed 10% of the total AMLER funding request. Soft costs include project management,
project development costs such as professional services for engineering, architectural design, NEPA document preparatior
environmental studies, and permits as well as inspections and other services during construction. Requests in excess of 10%
‘must attach justification including a detailed cost analysis of what the funds would be expended for.
‘Soft Cost Amount (AMLER only) Total AMLER Funding Request Soft Cost % a
$56,600 $1,200,034 5%
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Logistics
‘Are Project designs available?
CONo or & Yes
If yes, please attach.
Is there any ongoing operation and maintenance (O&M) funding requirement?
BINo or C1 Yes
If yes, what is the estimated annual O&M cost and source of that funding?
List the name(s) and contact information for anyone with decision-making authority for the project:
Ernest McFaddin
Attachments
Please separately attach the following items.
Required:
Budget (if not provided above) © Letters of support from identified project partners
‘© Site photos with description
‘*  Map(s) identifying proposed project activities and
location of AML features or those previously
remediated
Suggested:
‘Business plan
and other relevant parties
Documentation of any other funding already
secured or applied for (if applicable)
Project designs (if available)
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Project Func
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prospective applicants are requested to submit a separate Letter of Intent via em:
June 2, 2023.
‘The Letter of Intent should include:
to [email protected] on or by
© Applicant name and contact info ‘© Brief one paragraph project summary
© Geographic coordinates of proposed project location ‘© Anticipated amount requested
© Geographic coordinates and description of AML. © Total project cost and the amount and status of any
features proposed to be remediated and/or other other funding sources
eligibility criteria, if known
‘Complete Applications should be submitted via email to [email protected] on or by July 14, 2023.
‘A.complete application will consist of this form submitted in both Word and PDF form along with all separate attachments.
Handwritten copies are not acceptable.
All letters of intent or support should be addressed to:
‘Tim Ferguson
AMLER Senior Project Specialist
Virginia Department of Energy
3405 Mountain Empire Road
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
All submissions must be e-mailed to:
[email protected]
c/o Tim Ferguson
AMLER Senior Project Specialist
DISCLAIMERS:
‘* Projects must follow the guidelines set forth in in OSMRE’s AMLER Guidance Document and Virginia Energy’s AMLER
‘Terms & Conditions.
‘© All awarded projects will comply with the Virginia Public Procurement Act and all applicable federal and state laws including 2
‘CER Part 200.
‘* This application and all material submitted as part of the application, including all project-related information if the project is
selected, are subject to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
‘* Applicants are solely responsible for regularly checking the Virginia Energy website for any addenda,
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Project Funding Request Application
NAME AND SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
Executive Director
Signature - Title
_ Ernest McFaddin July 14, 2023
Printed Name Date
References and Resources:
OSMRE’s AMLER Guidance Document
AMLER Terms and Conditions
AMLER Grant Application Tips
Application Budget Template
Virginia Energy Inteructive Map of Abandoned Coal Mine Lands
Data layers show location of known AML features (AML>AML Inventory) and those previously remediated through
Virginia Energy’s traditional AML program (AML>AML Administrative>Project Sites).
Virginia Energy Interactive Map of Southwest Virginia Coal Mined Lands
Data layers show location of known mining permit boundaries. AMLER funds cannot be expended on a site with an
active permit.
Federal Assistance Manual
2.CER 200 - Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
OSMRE Grants Resources
Virginia Public Procurement Act
Application
Addenda
Application
Addenda
A.
Construction Quotes
A.
Construction Quotes
Project: Russell County IDA Modular Bridge
Location: Cleveland, VA
Contech #: 671990
Date: March 20, 2023
The following is a  Big R  Vehicular  Bridge System ENGINEER’S COST ESTIMATE for the subject project. This ESTIMATE is
intended for preliminary estimating purposes only and should  not  be interpreted as a final QUOTATION. The information presented
is based on  the most current data made available to  Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC  (CES).
CES  will fabricate and deliver the following described  Big R  Vehicular Bridge System  components and appurtenances:
• Option:  Bridge Plank Decking with Asphalt Wearing  Surface
• Bridge Model:  Big R  modular steel  vehicular  rolled girder
• Length:  40  ft (out to out dimension)
• Width:  32  ft  (clear  between railings)
• Skew: N/A
• Finish: Unpainted weathering steel, SP1 blast
• Bridge Decking:  12 x 4 1/4 steel bridge plank, 9  gauge
• Finished surface:  Asphalt (by others)
• Railing Type: TL-1 design rated (not crash tested); 12  ga thrie beam; galvanized; girder-mounted
• Railing Height: 27 Inches  –  vehicle only
• Design Code: AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• Design  Vehicle: HL-93
• Deflection: L/500
• Bearing plates and pads: Included
• Top of 4 ¼” metal deck to low steel dimension:  28.4  inches (at  edge of deck, excludes wearing surface)
• Preliminary superstructure  weight:  45,000  lbs
• Number of pieces:  4  bridge sections, loose railings  (field bolting by others)
ESTIMATE: $217,000  Delivered (F.O.B.)
• Option:  SIP Form  Decking with  Reinforced Concrete Deck
• Bridge Model:  Big R modular steel vehicular rolled girder
• Length: 40 ft (out to out dimension)
• Width: 32 ft (clear between railings)
• Skew: N/A
• Finish: Unpainted weathering steel, SP1 blast
• Bridge Decking:  Stay-in-place forms
• Finished surface:  8” Reinforced Concrete  (by others)
• Railing Type: TL-1 design rated (not crash tested); 12 ga thrie beam; galvanized; girder-mounted
• Railing Height: 27 Inches  –  vehicle only
• Design Code: AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
• Design Vehicle: HL-93
• Deflection: L/500
• Bearing plates and pads:  Included
• Top of  concrete  deck to low steel dimension: 28.4 inches (at edge of deck)
• Preliminary superstructure weight:  27,000 lbs
• Number of pieces:  2  bridge sections, 1 loose girder, loose railings, loose form decking at splice locations (field  bolting by
others)
ESTIMATE: $93,000 Delivered (F.O.B.)
Excluded Items:
CES  will not or does not include the cost for:

Applicable Sales and/or Use Tax
All construction surveying, including field measurement and verification of abutments and  anchor bolt placement.

C.sNTECH
ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS
Proje Russell County IDA Modular Bridge
Locatior Cleveland, VA
Contech #: 671990
Date:
March 20, 2023
‘The following is a Big R Vehicular Bridge System ENGINEER’S COST ESTIMATE for the subject project. This ESTIMATE is
intended for preliminary estimating purposes only and should not be interpreted as a final QUOTATION. The information presented
is based on the most current data made available to Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC (CES).
CES will fabricate and deliver the following described Big R Vehicular Bridge System components and appurtenances’
Option: Bridge Plank Decking with Asphalt Wearing Surface
Bridge Model: Big R modular steel vehicular rolled girder
Length: 40 ft (out to out dimension)
Width: 32 ft (clear between railings)
Skew: NIA
Finish: Unpainted weathering steel, SP1 blast
Bridge Decking: 12 x 4 1/4 steel bridge plank, 9 gauge
Finished surface: Asphalt (by others)
Railing Type: TL-1 design rated (not crash tested); 12 ga thrie beam; galvanized; girder-mounted
Ralling Height: 27 Inches — vehicle only
Design Code: AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
Design Vehicle: HL-93
Deflection: L/500
Bearing plates and pads: Included
Top of 4 %’ metal deck to low steel dimension: 28.4 inches (at edge of deck, excludes wearing surface)
Preliminary superstructure weight: 45,000 Ibs
Number of pieces: 4 bridge sections, loose railings (field bolting by others)
ESTIMATE: $217,000 Delivered (F.0.B.)
Option: SIP Form Decking with Reinforced Concrete Deck
Bridge Model: Big R modular steel vehicular roled girder
Length: 40 ft (out to out dimension)
Wiath: 92 ft (clear between railings)
Skew: NIA
Finish: Unpainted weathering steel, SP1 blast
Bridge Decking: Stay-in-place forms
Finished surface: 8° Reinforced Concrete (by others)
Raling Type: TL-1 design rated (not crash tested); 12 ga thrie beam; galvanized; gitder-mounted
Ralling Height: 27 Inches — vehicle only
Design Code: AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
Design Vehicle: HL-23
Deflection: L/500
Bearing plates and pads: Included
Top of concrete deck to low stee! dimension: 28.4 inches (at edge of deck)
Preliminary superstructure weight: 27,000 Ibs
Number of pieces: 2 bridge sections, 1 loose girder, loose ralings, loose form decking at splice locations (field bolting by
others)
ESTIMATE: $93,000 Delivered (F.O.B.)
Excluded Item:
CES will not or does not include the cost for:


Applicable Sales and/or Use Tax


Allconstruction surveying, including field measurement and verification of abutments and anchor bolt placement.


Design, excavation and construction of bridge foundations and/or piers.


Unloading all trucks delivering CES materials.


Steel assembly consisting of bolted connections.


Erection and Installation of the bridge.


Providing and installing all anchor bolts.  Provide and install any wing wall or approach railings.


Materials and work for reinforced concrete deck slab (if applicable).


Any costs associated with testing by an independent agency.


Costs associated with any special inspection. CES will provide access to facilities and assist with coordination to


accommodate special inspection.
We look forward to working with you on this project.  If you have any questions, please contact us.
Sincerely,
Michael Napior
Bridge Consultant
Contech Engineered Solutions LLC
770-468-4405
[email protected]
mailto:[email protected]
Design, excavation and construction of bridge foundations and/or piers.
Unloading all trucks delivering CES materials.
Steel assembly consisting of bolted connections.
Erection and Installation of the bridge.
Providing and installing all anchor bolts. Provide and install any wing wall or approach railings.
Materials and work for reinforced concrete deck slab (if applicable).
Any costs associated with testing by an independent agency.
10. Costs associated with any special inspection. CES will provide access to facilities and assist with coordination to
accommodate special inspection
aeenoase
We look forward to working with you on this project. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Sincerely,
Michael Napior
Bridge Consultant
Contech Engineered Solutions LLC
770-468-4405
[email protected]
Ken Construction Company, Inc.
3966 Cross Roads
Lebanon, VA 24266
Phone: 276-794-7346 Email: [email protected]
March  21,  23
This  is  an  estimated  cost  for  the  bridge  at  Cleveland,  VA,  for  IDA  Development  Plans  at  Moss  3
This  includes
♦Concrete
♦Excavation  &  Grading
Bridge  cost  from  Big  R
♦Backfill
Crane  and  Labor  to  place  bridge  structure
♦Environmental  services
Paving  across  the  bridge
Total  $1,101,434.00
If  you  have  any  questions,  please  contact  Jeff  Morrison  276-202-3800
Ken Construction Company, Inc.
3966 Cross Roads
Lebanon, VA 24266
Phone: 276-794-7346 Email: [email protected]
March 21, 23
This is an estimated cost for the bridge at Cleveland, VA, for IDA Development Plans at Moss 3
This includes
Concrete
‘Excavation & Grading
“Bridge cost from Big R
¢Backfill
*Crane and Labor to place bridge structure
+Environmental services
"Paving across the bridge
Total $1,101,434.00
If you have any questions, please contact Jeff Morrison 276-202-3800
B.
Site Plan
B.
Site Plan
SITE CERTIFICATION REPORT FOR
RUSSELL COUNTY INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX
TRACTS OPTION, I, 2 AND 3
County, Virginia
July 2022
Contact Information
Carolyn A Howard, PE
Senior
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Manager
Development Author
(276) 971.0
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BD Proper Aden Associates
Russell County
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TABI INTE
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY …
GENERAL SITE INFORMATIO!
2.1 Location and Access
EXISTING CONDITIONS
3.1 Topography
3.2 Waters of the US.
3.3. FEMA Regulatory Floodplains.
3.4 Water
3.5 Wastewater…
3.6 Electric, Gas, and Fiber.
3.7 Roads…
CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN.
VBRSP SITE CHARACTERIZATION TIER LEVEL.
RECOMMENDATIONS…
6.1 Flood Study and Letter of Map Change.
6.2 Funding Options.
ORDER OF MAGNITUDE ESTIMATES OF PROBABLE COSTS…
7.1 Due Diligence…
7.2 Infrastructure Improvements.
DATA REFERENCES…
WRF SSoONDHHHaA RWWYWNHNe
FIGURES
LOCATION MAP
EXISTING CONDITIONS
FEMA FIRMETTE (2 SHEETS)
CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Russell County industrial Complex July 2022
Site Characterization Report i
1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Throughout Virginia there is a shortage of pad-ready sites for industrial development and job creation.
Prospects are seeking sites that are pad-ready with infrastructure readily available to shorten the
timeframe from acquisition to production. In 2015, the Virginia General Assembly passed legislation to
create and fund the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program (VBRSP) to be administered by the Virginia
Economic Development Partnership (VEDP). At that time, VEDP has estimated that over $60 Million in
corporate investment has not been realized due to this lack of sites, The VBRS Program was established
to promote development and characterization of sites to enhance the Commonwealth’s infrastructure
and promote the Commonwealth’s competitive business environment.
VBRS evaluates current available land — both publicly and privately owned - in a tiered system, where
Tier 1 is basically raw land, and Tier 5 is a “pad-ready’ site, the latter being most attractive to site
selection consultants, commercial realtors and businesses and manufacturers desiring to move or
expand to Virginia. Site characterizations are designed to assess the level of existing development at a
site and the additional investments required to bring the site to a level that will enable the site to be
more attractive for industrial economic development purposes. The only requirement for a site to be
characterized by VEDP is that it is listed in VA SCAN, VEDP’s database of economic development sites.
The Russell County Industrial Development Authority (RCIDA) has funded this site characterization
report for the Russell County industrial Development Complex. Following review of available
information and discussions with the LRBA, the additional Park parcel is a Tier 2 certified site in
accordance with the current VBRSP standards.
Russell County Industrial Complex July 2022
Site Characterization Report 1
2.0 GENERAL SITE INFORMATION
2.1 Location and Access
The Russell County Industrial Complex is located approximately 1.5
miles northwest of the Town of Cleveland, approximately 10 miles
northeast of US Highway 58, and adjacent to Gravel Lick Road. Refer
to Figure 1: Location Map.
Gravel Lick Road is classified by the Virginia Department of
Transportation (VDOT) as a Major Collector. Approximately 12.0
miles south of the site is US Highway 19. An existing Norfolk
Southern Routes railway with spurs runs along the western edge of
the site.
The Industrial Complex consists of four (4) separate sites, referred to
as Option Tract, Tract 1, Tract 2, and Tract 3. These parcels combine
to a total of 232 acres.
Option Tract | 63 acres
Tract 1 119 acres
Tract 2 43 acres.
Tract 3 7 acres
Russell County Industrial Complex
Site Characterization Report
171.2 Acres
2,190,000 SF
July 2022
3.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS
Refer to Figure 2: Existing Conditions for the following discussion. Tract 1 and Option Tract housed a
former mining operation. Tract 2 is undeveloped, and Tract 3 was previously developed as a truck scale
site and is currently abandoned.
3.1 Topography
Option Tract-"Golden Pond” (63 acre:
); There is a 15~acre graded pad available with a stormwater
management facility. The ‘pad-ready’ site drains from north to south with slopes ranging from 0 to
5 percent.
Tract 1 (119 acres): There is a 27-acre graded pad available with a stormwater management facility.
The ‘pad-ready’site drains from north to south with slopes ranging from 0 to 10 percent.
undeveloped site has slopes ranging from 0 to 20 percent.
Tract 2 (43 acres): This site is undeveloped with slopes ranging from 10 to 70 percent.
Tract 3 (7 acres): The site is ‘pad-ready’ site drains from north to south with slopes ranging from 0
to 30 percent.
3.2 Waters of the U.S.
In general, Waters of the U.S (WOUS) within Russell County are limited to wetlands, ponds, lakes, and
rivers that meet the criteria outlined in the following definition from the Department of the Army, Corps
of Engineers, 33 CFR Part 328, Environmental Protection Agency, 40 CFR Part 120, [EPA-HQ-OW-2021—
(0602; FRL~6027.4-03-OW}, Revised Definition of “Waters of the, United States.”
Traditional navigable waters, interstate waters, and the territorial seas, and their adjacent
wetlands; most impoundments of “waters of the United States’; tributaries to traditional
navigable waters, interstate waters, the territorial seas, and impoundments that meet either the
relatively permanent standard or the significant nexus standard; wetlands adjacent to.
impoundments and tributaries, that meet either the relatively permanent standard or the
significant nexus standard; and “other waters” that meet either the relatively permanent
standard or the significant nexus standard. The “relatively permanent standard” means waters
that are relatively permanent, standing or continuously flowing and waters with a continuous
surface connection to such waters. The “significant nexus standard” means waters that either
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alone or in combination with similarly situated waters in the region, significantly affect the
chemical, physical, or biological integrity of traditional navigable waters, interstate waters, or the
territorial seas (the “foundational waters”).
Dumps Creek parallel to the east property line along Gravel Lick Road. A waters of the US delineation
and determination is required for the site to advance to a VBRSP Tier 3 and should be completed prior
to any future planning or design of site improvements.
3.3 FEMA Regulatory Floodplains
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) define the
regulatory base flood elevation (BFE) and area encumbered by flooding from the one-percent annual
chance (aka. 100-year) storm event along streams and riverine systems. Tract 1 and Option Tract is
encumbered by the Zone A floodplain of Dumps Creek. Refer to Figures 3A and 38: FEMA FIRMette.
AZone A floodplain is an area inundated by the one-percent annual chance storm event without a
defined base flood elevation (BFE). Buildings or insurable structures located with a Zone A floodplain
are subject to mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements and floodplain management
standards. A floodplain study should be completed to confirm the actual area of inundation based on
current conditions and topography, as itis likely a significant portion of the currently graded pads
within Tract 1 and Option Tract are no longer within the regulated floodplain.
3.4 Water
Russell County Public Service Authority provides water service to the Russell County Industrial Complex.
‘An 8-inch main extends along Gravel Lick along the eastern edge of the site. The 8-inch main can be
extended into each site, An additional source of water is Lake Bonaventure, which is less than 1000 feet
from the south boundary of Tracts 1 and 2. A 12-inch water main may be extended from Lake
Bonaventure with an approved withdrawal permit. A preliminary engineering report should be
completed to confirm the size of the water line to be extended, and whether a loop will be required to
provide adequate pressures and capacities for industrial use.
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3.5 Wastewater
Russell County Public Service Authority owns and maintains wastewater (sanitary) service within Russell
County. Sewer is not currently available at this site. An on-site wastewater package plant may be
constructed to serve the parcels with a discharge point at Dumps Creek, ideally on the south portion of
Tract 1. The size and type of the package plant depends upon average flow and treatment requirements
of a particular prospect. A preliminary engineering report should be completed to confirm the
requirements for the package plant.
3.6 Electric, Gas, and Fiber
The site is within the Appalachian Power service territory. Distribution lines run along the railroad on the
western edge of the parcel. Locality and/or landowner should contact power provider prior to formally
engaging a prospect and/or prospective industry to validate the availability of power to the site.
Appalachian Natural Gas Distribution Company provides natural gas to this site. Locality and/or
landowner should contact gas provider prior to formally engaging a prospect and/or prospective
industry to validate the availability of gas to the site.
The site is located within iGo Technology service territory. Locality and/or landowner should contact
fiber provider prior to formally engaging a prospect and/or prospective industry to validate the
availability of fiber to the site.
3.7 Roads
There are three existing access points to Option Tract and Tract 1 off of Gravel Lick Road. However, two
of these are expected to be removed and replaced with a new access point across from Tract 3. Anew
road will then extend along the eastern edge of the site towards the existing access point off of Gravel
Lick road at the southern edge of Tract 1. Refer to Figure 4: Conceptual Development Plan.
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4.0 CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
The IDA previously invested in developing two building pad areas within Tract 1 and the Option Tract.
Additionally, the IDA developed plans and secured funding for a new intersection and road / bridge off
of Gravel Lick Road, where shown on Figure 4, to provide an improved access Tract 1 and the Option
Tract. A potential build-out scenario for the Russell County Industrial Complex, including building size,
parking, and site circulation is also shown on Figure 4. The availability and capacity of sanitary sewer
(future package plant) and water (existing and potential future expansions) will also dictate the
allowable building sizes within the Industrial Complex. This conceptual development plan is provided as
a tool for Russell County and prospects to visualize the parcel’s maximum potential.
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5.0 VBRSP SITE CHARACTERIZATION TIER LEVEL
VBRSP evaluates current available land — both publicly and privately owned - in a tiered system, where
Tier 1 is basically raw land, and Tier 5 is a “pad-ready” site, the latter being most attractive to site
selection consultants, commercial realtors, businesses and manufacturers desiring to move or expand to
Virginia. Site characterizations are designed to assess the level of existing development at a site and
the additional investments required to bring the site to a level that will enable it to be more attractive
for industrial economic development purposes. The only requirement for a site to be characterized by
\VEDP is that it is listed in VA SCAN, VEDP’s database of economic development sites.
The following is a summary of the site characterization tier levels.
Tier 1
Tier 2
Tier 3
Tier 4
Tier 5
Site is identified, there is an agreement with the local economic developer to market, and
the site is listed in VA SCAN, VEDP’s database of economic development sites.
There is an established sales price, and the site is compatible with the Comprehensive Plan.
The site is zoned for an industrial and/or manufacturing use (or similar), and the due
diligence is completed. Due diligence includes the following information.
Preliminary Geotechnical Exploration & Report
Boundary Survey
Topographic Survey
Phase | Environmental Site Assessment (within past 5 years)
Waters of the US Delineation and Determination (within past S years)
Cultural Resources Review
Threatened & Endangered Species Review
Preliminary Engineering Report / Master Plan
Any other special studies, including a flood study
PEN AVawna
Infrastructure improvements are designed and permitted, and can be constructed within 12
to 18 months.
The improvements are under construction and/or the site is pad ready and all infrastructure
is available.
The Russell County industrial Complex is a Tier 2 certified site in accordance with the above-referenced
VBRSP standards.
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The following is a summary current information available for the Industrial Complex site, as it relates to
the Tier 3 requirements.
1 | Preliminary Geotechnical Exploration
and Report
Available only for Tract 1
2 | Boundary Survey
Available for all parcels
3 | Topographic Survey
‘A topographic survey is available; however, a signed and
sealed topographic survey is required to achieve Tier 3.
4 | Phase | Environmental Site Assessment.
(within past 5 years)
‘A NEPA report is available for the Option Tract (Project
Reclaim) dated November 2020.
5 | Waters of the US Delineation and
Determination (within past 5 years)
‘Not provided
6 | Cultural Resources Review
Provided in 2020 for Project Reclaim. Information generally
covers all sites, yet should be considered for Tracts 2 and 3.
7 | Threatened & Endangered Species Review
Provided in 2020 for Project Reclaim. Information generally
covers all sites, yet should be considered for Tracts 2 and 3.
8 | Preliminary Engineering Report / Master Plan
Not provided
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6.0 RECOMMENDATIONS |
The following due diligence items should be completed for the RECOMMENDATIONS
Russell County Industrial Complex to mitigate risk for potential
prospects, further define the required infrastructure improvements,
and refine the order of magnitude estimate of probable
infrastructure and ‘pad-ready’ costs, and regulatory permit and/or
mitigation requirements and costs.


Preliminary Geotechnical Exploration & Report for Option
Tract, Tract 2, and 3 a ros


Topographic Survey (refer to note in Section 5.0) stu infirm the


Phase | Environmental Site Assessment for Tracts 1, 2, and 3


4, Waters of the US Delineation and Determination (within past
5 years)
Cultural Resources Review for Tracts 2 and 3 Develop and permit
Threatened & Endangered Species Review for Tracts 2 and 3
Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) / Master Plan
quantifying requirements, costs and timelines to provide
sufficient water and sanitary sewer capacities, and roadway
improvements.

Flood study and FEMA Letter of Map Change (LOMC); refer

to section 6.1
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6.1 Flood Study and Letter of Map Change
‘As noted in Section 3.3, Tract 1 and Option Tract is encumbered by the Zone A floodplain of Dumps
Creek. Construction of a building(s) or any insurable structure within the current regulatory floodplain
will require a Letter of Map Change (LOMC) approval from the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA). The following is a summary of the process, which from start to LOMC approval will be
approximately 12 to 18 months,


Obtain the current, available information from FEMA, including the Flood Insurance Study (FIS)
and the flood model of Dumps Creek.


Confirm the flow rates of Dumps Creek adjacent to the site (a hydrologic study) to the rates
included in the Fis.


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Update the flood model through the site using current topographic survey information to
determine the BFE (a hydraulic study).


Prepare and submit the LOMC application and report to FEMA for review and approval. Note:
FEMA will likely require at least one resubmittal.


Once FEMA approves, advertise the change with a public notice.


Ifno comments are received, the LOMC will be official, and building can commence on the sites,
6.2 Funding Options


VDOT Economic Development Access Program can provide $500,000 plus up to $150,000 with a match
for the design and construction of the access roads. The following is an excerpt from the Resolution of
the Commonwealth Transportation Board dated December 7, 2016 describing one of the terms for the
funding. Additional information can be found here: toss veciniadot ora/businessacalassitance-access-preorams. 2s
Not more than $500,000 of unmatched economic development access funds may be allocated in any
fiscal year for use in any county, city or town which receives highway maintenance payments under
Section 33.2-319, of the Code. A town whose streets are maintained under either Section 33.2-339 or
332-340, of the Code, shall be considered as part of the county in which it is located. The maximum
eligibility of unmatched funds shall be limited to 20% of the capital outlay of the designated eligi!
‘establishments and certain investment by the locality in the land and/or the building on the site occupied
by the designated eligible establishment. The unmatched eligibility may be supplemented with additional
‘economic development access funds, in which case the supplemental access funds shall not be more than
$150,000, to be matched dollar-for-dollar from funds other than those administered by this Board.
‘Such supplemental funds shall be considered only if the total estimated cost of eligible items for the
economic development access improvement exceeds $500,000.
GoVirginia funding is available for site development, including development of infrastructure and mass
grading to reduce the time to build for potential prospects. GoVirginia funding requires ‘meaningful,
ongoing’ regional collaboration, including joint marketing and/or financial contribution, and the park is
designated as a "regionally significant’ site.
Grant funding from the Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission is also available to assist with mass
grading, and infrastructure improvements for this economic development project.
The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) Planning and Local Technical Assistance Program
is a rolling grant opportunity. Additional information can be found here: hitps//eda gowfiles/orograms/eda-
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7.0 ORDER OF MAGNITUDE ESTIMATES OF PROBABLE COSTS
7.1 Due Diligence
The order of magnitude estimate of probable project costs to advance the Industrial Complex’s
characterization tier level from a 2 to a 3 is $225,000. Additional studies, including Phase 2
Environmental Site Assessments, and/or remediation work that may be required by regulatory agencies
are unknown at this time, and therefore are not included in the estimate.
Table 7A: OOM Due Diligence Estimates
Task Estimated Cost _| Notes
Preliminary Geotechnical $30,000 For Tracts 2 and 3, and Option Tract
Exploration & Report concurrently
Boundary Survey not required
Topographic Survey $50,000 Refer to Section 5.0
Phase 1 Environmental site | $7,000 For Tracts 1, 2 and 3 concurrently
Assessment
‘WOUS Delineation & $20,000 All tracts concurrently
Determination
Cultural Resources Review _| $4,000 For Tracts 2 and 3 concurrently
Threatened & Endangered | $4,500 For Tracts 2 and 3 concurrently
Species Review
Preliminary Engineering | $50,000 All tracts concurrently
Study / Master Plan
Flood Study and Letter of —| $60,000
Map Change
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7.2
Infrastructure Improvements.
Order of magnitude opinion of probable project cost (OOM estimate) for mass grading, onsite access
roads, wastewater treatment package plant, and onsite water lines are shown in the following table.
Table 78: OOM ESTIMATES FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
Improvement OOM Estimate | Notes
Mass Grading & ary Excludes the currently graded tracks
Stormwater Management
‘Onsite Access Roads and aM Includes all tracks; excludes an additional
Water Line Extensions crossing of Dumps Creek
The OOM estimates are based on readily available information and the concept plan included in this
report and the following assumptions.
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‘4.30% contingency and professional services are included.
Related mot ition, construction testing, erosion and sediment controls and stormwater
management facilities are included.
Wastewater treatment package plant OOM estimate is based on the following; cost will vary
based on the treatment required for a particular user, which is typically $12 to $15 per treated
gallon.
1, Flow based on developable acreage = 128 acres at 500 gpd/acre = 64,000 gpd

$1264,000gpd and $1564,000gpd = $768,000 - $960,000 range
Site development, including parking and access drives, and associated utilities for each pad site
are not included.
Offsite road, sanitary sewer or water system improvements are not included.
Permit fees are excluded.
Electric, gas, telecommunications, and fiber service improvements are not included.
Construction engineering inspection costs are not included, since cost vary based on funding
source requirements.

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8.0 DATA REFERENCES
Data Layers
‘Source Description
Site Boundary
Russell County IDA (04/2022)
Parcels
Russell County Mapping and GIS
Zoning
N/A
County & Town Boundary
Russell County Mapping and GIS
Waterline & Sewer lines
Russell County IDA (04/2022)
Power, Gas & Fiber
AEP (04/2022)
Wetlands
‘National Wetlands inventory (downloaded 04/2022)
Floodplains
FEMA Firmette Panel No. 51167C0210C
Roads
VDOT 2014 Approved Functional Classification Map
Rails
2019 Virginia Geographic Information Network (VGIN)
Aerial
2019 Virginia Geographic Information Network (VGIN)
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Moss #3 Permit
Bond Release Letter
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Moss #3 Permit
Bond Release Letter
1 IDA Russell County, VA
Industrial Development Authority of
Russell County, Virginia
June 30, 2022
Josh Bolling
Virginia Energy
Mine Land Repurposing
3405 Mountain Empire Road
Big Stone Gap, Virginia 24219
RE: — Russell County Reclamation, LLC,
DMLR Permit 1302253
Application 1011305
Dear Mr. Bolling:
The Industrial Development Authority of Russell County, Virginia (IDA) request that the Division approve the
proposed bond release requested in Application 1011305. The IDA does hereby affirm the acceptance of the
2.25 acres, entrance on the above referenced permit. The IDA intends to develop this entrance to support the
industrial sites proposed on and adjacent to this permit. The IDA will accept this area in an as is condition.
Sincerely,
EF CFD
Ernest McFaddin
Executive Director
Notarization:
Subscribed and affirmed/sworn to me this 30" day of June 20.22 _, inthe County/City of
Russell otthestate ofA: inthe presence of Ki
ge | REG. #7687016
(NY COMMISSION
Parterning for Progress, Connected for Success
133 Highland Drive, Suite B + Lebanon, VA 24266 + 276-971-0690
russelleountyida.org
D.
Letters of Support
D.
Letters of Support
SENATE OF VIRGINIA
«
TODD E. PILLION COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS:
July 11, 2023
Virginia Energy
Minded Land Repurposing
Tim Ferguson, AMLER Senior Project Specialist
3405 Mountain Empire Road
Big Stone Gap, Virginia 24219
Dear Mr. Ferguson,
Please consider this letter of support for the AMLER Pilot grant application for Russell County
Industrial Development Authority Site Infrastructure Bridge Construction.
Russell County IDA has been working to reclaim and develop the former mine site located at
6799 Gravel Lick Road, Cleveland, Virginia for almost seven years. Great progress has been
made in preparing this mega site for future businesses. Previous investments from Virginia
‘Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission and the Virginia Energy AMLER program have
allowed the IDA to purchase the property and backfill the site to create readymade site pads.
Russell County IDA is requesting funds to install a needed capacity appropriate bridge as a main
access point for the newly developed site pads. The bridge is essential to allow future business
to access the newly developed property.
From the State’s perspective, we are pleased to see Russell County IDA taking advantage of the
resources that they have available to them. This project goes hand and hand with Governor
Youngkin’s Executive Order Number 6: Virginia is open for business. This also coincides with
Cumberland Plateau Planning District 2023 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
Update Goal #1 Economic Development/Tourism. This project will enhance Economic
Development and employment opportunities for the region as well as the state. Therefore, we
are pleased to support this grant application and appreciate your consideration for this project.
Sincerely.
Aw
Todd ion
Senator, 40" District
Cumberland Plateau Planning District
July 10, 2023,
Virginia Energy
Minded Land Repurposing
Tim Ferguson, AMLER Senior Project Specialist
3405 Mountain Empire Road
Big Stone Gap, Virginia 24219
Dear Mr. Ferguson:
Please consider this letter of support for the Virginia Energy AMLER Pilot grant application for
Russell County Industrial Development Authority Site Infrastructure Bridge Construction.
Russell County IDA has been working to reclaim and develop the former mine site located at 6799
Gravel Lick Road, Cleveland, Virginia for almost seven years. Great progress has been made in
preparing this mega site for future businesses. Previous investments from Virginia Tobacco Region
Revitalization Commission and the Virginia Energy AMLER program have allowed the IDA to
purchase the property and backfill the site to create ready-made site pads.
Russell County IDA is requesting funds to install a needed capacity appropriate bridge as a main
access point for the newly developed site pads. The bridge is essential to allow future business to
access the newly developed property.
From the Cumberland Plateau Planning District Commission’s perspective, we are pleased to see
Russell County IDA taking advantage of the resources they have available to them. This project
goes hand and hand with Governor Youngkin’s Executive Order Number 6: Virginia is open for
business. The effort also aligns with CPPDC 2023 Comprehensive Economic Development
Strategy Update Goal #1: Economic development. This project will enhance economic
development and employment opportunities for the region as well as the state. Therefore, we are
pleased to support this grant application and appreciate your consideration of this project.
Sincerely,
Scotty 1&
Executive Director
www.cppdc.org + www.cumberlandbroadband.com
P.0.Box 548 + Phone (276) 889-1778 + Fax (276) 889-5732 + Lebanon, Virginia 24266
Serving Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell, and Tazewell Counties
NELSON A. “TONY” DODI, Mayor
DeANNA C. JACKSON, Vice Mayor
ANDREW R. SHORTT, Town Manager
KEVIN D. TILLER, Town Attorney
(COUNCIL MEMBERS
‘A. DOYLE FIELDS
SCOTT J. GILMER
M. ELIJAH LEONARD
W. BRADLEY LAMBERT
J-LEONARD KEGLEY
July 7, 2023, TOWN OF LEBANON
Telephone (27) 899-7200 Fax €276 889-7208
405 West Main Street
PO, Dravrer 309
Virginia Energy Lebanon, Virginia 24266
Minded Land Repurposing
Tim Ferguson, AMLER Senior Project Specialist
3405 Mountain Empire Road
Big Stone Gap, Virginia 24219
Dear Mr. Ferguson,
On behalf of myself and the Lebanon Town Council, | am writing a letter of support for the Virginia
Energy 2022 AMLER Pilot grant application for Russell County Industrial Development Authority Site
Infrastructure Bridge Construction.
Russell County IDA has been working to reclaim and develop the former mine site located at 6799 Gravel
Lick Road, Cleveland, Virginia for almost seven years. Great progress has been made in preparing this
mega site for future businesses. Previous investments from Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization
‘Commission and the Virginia Energy AMLER program have allowed the IDA to purchase the property and
backfill the site to create readymade site pads.
Russell County IDA is requesting funds to install a needed capacity appropriate bridge as a main access
point for the newly developed site pads. The bridge is essential to allow future business to access the
newly developed property.
From the Town’s perspective, we are pleased to see Russell County IDA taking advantage of the
resources that they have available to them. This project goes hand and hand with Governor Youngkin’s,
Executive Order Number 6: Virginia is open for business. This also coincides with Cumberland Plateau
Planning District 2023 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Update Goal #1 Economic
Development/Tourism. This project will enhance Economic Development and employment.
opportunities for Lebanon as well as the region. Therefore, we are pleased to support this grant
application and appreciate your consideration for this project.
Thank you for your assistance. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call me
at 276-971-0665.
Sincerely,
oO Step DOr
Nelson A. “Tony” Dodi, Mayor
“Progressing For Tomorrow”
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Bridge Location
Maps
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Bridge Location
Maps
Project Reclaim Bridge Location
Project Reclaim Bridge Location
Binder1.pdf
Final 2022 AMLER Grant Application.pdf
671990 Russell County IDA updated budget v2.pdf
Kens bridge quote.pdf
Project Reclaim Site Characterization.pdf
Permit Release Request.pdf
PILLION LOS.pdf
CPPD LOS.pdf
Bridge LOS from Town.pdf

Project Reclaim Bridge Location.pdf
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