Broughton Hospital Facilities Use Study

Organization:

County of Burke

Amount:

$88,590.66

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Burke

Year:

2014

Description:

The purpose of this grant is to provide funding to Burke County for use by the County and the North Carolina Department of Commerce to evaluate the possible redevelopment of historic Broughton Hospital, which will be closing upon completion of construction of a new hospital in the County. Golden LEAF funds will be combined with $200,000 in State funds and $100,000 from other sources, including $25,000 in private contributions, to support a study of real estate reuse and development opportunities and for asset mapping of the campus for future job creation and economic development strategies based on regional strengths and marketplace opportunities.

Contact:

Mr. Kenneth B. Steen200 Avery AvenueMorganton, North Carolina 28655(828) 764-9350

Areas Served:

Burke

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