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Community Development Planner
The Upper Cumberland Development District has an opening for a Community Development Planner. The Community Development Planner will assist local governments with the planning and administration of projects that will enhance the communities within the Upper [...]
Relative Caregiver Meetings Announced for January 2026
Are you raising a relative child or need housing assistance? A support group meeting will be held for relatives who are caring for relative children this month. Support group meetings will be canceled if schools [...]
In the News: Tourism Enhancement Grant Check Presented to City of Smithville
Officials attending the presentation include Melanie Beauchamp, Assistant Commissioner, Tourist Development; Mayor Josh Miller, City of Smithville; Beth Chandler, Smithville Alderman; Suzanne Williams, Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber Director; State Representative Michael Hale; Ashley DeRossett, Middle [...]
UCDD-UCHRA Hosts 2025 Annual Meeting, Celebrates Achievements and Community Leaders
The Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) and Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA) gathered for their annual meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17, celebrating a year of significant progress, regional partnership, and dedicated service across the [...]
December 2025 Meeting Notice
The Upper Cumberland Development District and Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency Executive Boards will hold a joint meeting on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Upper Cumberland [...]
UCDD Recognized Nationally with NADO 2025 Impact Award
Pictured, from left, Vickie Durham, Relative Caregiver Program and ERP Director; and Myra Walker, Housing and Family Services Director. The Upper Cumberland Development District, based in Cookeville, Tenn., has recently been recognized with [...]
UCDD Announces Record Year in Three-Star Grant Award Submissions
The Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) is celebrating a historic milestone in its ThreeStar Grant submissions. This year, UCDD not only submitted more applications than ever before but also secured a record number of awards, [...]
UCDD Announces 2025 Employees of the Year
The Upper Cumberland Development District (UCDD) is proud to recognize and celebrate the outstanding individuals selected as the 2025 Employees of the Year. These honorees exemplify dedication, service, and a commitment to improving the lives [...]