The city of Sedalia has been awarded a grant through the Local Tourism Asset Development Grant Program.

The city has been awarded $1,286,985 for field improvements.

The Department of Economic Development (DED) has awarded a total of $30 million through the Local Tourism Asset Development Grant Program for 26 projects across the state. The program, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and part of Governor Mike Parson’s Fiscal Year 2023 budget plan, is focused on supporting projects that further the recovery of the tourism, travel, and hospitality industries.

The program awarded competitive grants to applicants, including destination marketing organizations (DMOs), convention and visitors bureaus, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and chambers of commerce affected by the pandemic.

Details on recipients of the Local Tourism Asset Development Grant Program are available here.