Gluckstadt, MS — The is proud to announce it has been awarded a grant from the (MOSTF) to assist in the development of Gluckstadt’s first community park.
The City will receive $1,527,592.50 in MOSTF grant funding, with a required local match of $169,732.50, representing a significant investment in outdoor recreation, quality of life, and long-term community infrastructure for the Gluckstadt community.
The City extends its deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Committee for believing in Gluckstadt’s vision and giving the City the opportunity to bring this long-anticipated project to life. Their confidence, leadership, and commitment to strengthening Mississippi communities make them a true ally and a blessing to the City of Gluckstadt.
City officials also want to extend sincere appreciation to and for their leadership, advocacy, and support of this project. Additionally, the City would like to thank its citizens for becoming involved in the legislative process at the local level, providing insightful feedback through the community survey. Your voices matter, and the City hears you and remains committed to bringing meaningful, community-driven projects to life.
Special recognition is extended to , Gluckstadt Public Works Director, and his Assistant, , for their hard work, extensive research efforts and for gathering critical survey data that helped shape the project application. The City also thanks , City Clerk, for her assistance in working with Public Works to develop the project budget and finalize the submission.
This grant represents a monumental accomplishment for Gluckstadt and marks the first step toward building a beautiful community park where generations to come can enjoy fellowship, activities, and quality family time. The City is deeply appreciative of this opportunity and excited to begin the process of turning this vision into reality.
The City of Gluckstadt looks forward to sharing updates as planning and development move forward.
For more information, please contact:
Lindsay Kellum, City Clerk
City of Gluckstadt City Hall | 769-567-2306
