Waynesboro receives public safety grants

The city of Waynesboro has recently been awarded two grants to help with public safety. The first is a $125,000 grant from TDOT for a Traffic Signal Modernization Program (TSMP) at the intersection of Highway 64 Bypass and Dexter L. Woods Memorial Boulevard. Funds will also be used to replace signal heads, backplates, the controller, cabinet, battery backup system, and conflict monitor at the intersection to prevent the decades-old system from shutting down in cold weather. Caution lights will also be replaced on the Bypass at Clifton Turnpike to prevent traffic accidents. The city also received a $109,240 2024 Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training grant that will be used to purchase 14 full sets of turnout gear, including breathing apparatus, for the fire department. Neither grant requires a city match.