Inez, KY — U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) and Gov. Matt Bevin today announced $7.23 million in grant funding for four projects in Martin County to address the community’s failing water system and improve economic development opportunities. Two grants were awarded to help address the water crisis in Martin County, including: $2 million from the Abandoned Mines Lands (AML) Pilot Program. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is also investing nearly $2 million to improve water service for more than 250 homes. Two grants were also awarded to improve infrastructure and economic development at the Eastern Kentucky Business Park. $1.37 million from the Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Pilot Program to create the International Landing Zone at the Eastern Kentucky Business Park. $2 million from the Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Pilot Program to construct a build-ready site for a 200,000-square-foot building and provide for site preparation at the Eastern Kentucky Business Park.