ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
February 9, 2026
Rockdale County Secures $2.5 Million in Federal Funding for High Priority Community Projects and Services
Congressman David Scott and Senator Jon Ossoff Deliver Key Investments for FY 2026
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – Rockdale County announced today that it has been awarded $2.5 million in federal funding for three vital community projects in the Fiscal Year 2026 Congressional appropriations process. The funding, secured through the efforts of Congressman David Scott and Senator Jon Ossoff, will support veterans’ services, trail connectivity, and enhanced senior care programs.
“This federal investment represents a significant commitment to the quality of life for Rockdale County residents,” said Chair and CEO of Rockdale County, JaNice Van Ness. “We are grateful to Congressman Scott and Senator Ossoff for their leadership in securing these critical resources for our community.”
Congressman David Scott approved funding for two projects totaling $665,200:
Rockdale River Trail Improvements – $500,000 This funding will connect two currently disconnected portions of the Rockdale River Trail, providing residents with enhanced access to business centers, downtown Conyers, recreational opportunities, and the historic Monastery of the Holy Spirit. The trail connection will promote active transportation, economic development, and community wellness.
Rockdale Veterans Transportation Program Vehicle Acquisition – $165,200 This investment will allow Rockdale County to purchase a new vehicle to supplement its Veterans Transportation Program, which provides honorably discharged Rockdale County veterans of any age with reliable transportation to the Veterans Hospital in Decatur and VA clinics in Stockbridge and Covington.
Senator Jon Ossoff secured funding for:
Senior Center Satellite Project – $1,900,000 Rockdale County Board of Commissioners will use this investment to dramatically improve access to critical services for senior citizens throughout Rockdale County, including the expansion of Meals on Wheels and other essential programs. The satellite facility will ensure that aging residents receive the support they need closer to home.
The approved projects were submitted through the competitive Congressional Community Project Funding process, which allows local governments to request federal support for high-priority community initiatives.
For more information about these projects, please contact Jennifer Rutledge, Director of Government Affairs for Rockdale County at (770) 278-7009 or Jennifer.Rutledge@rockdale26.soliademo.com.
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