KCADD
Jan 20, 2026
$850,000 project upgrades 50-year-old facility with modern features, improved accessibility, and renewed readiness for community events and emergency response
FLOYD COUNTY, Ky. – After two years of renovations, the Floyd County Community Center has officially reopened its doors, giving residents an upgraded space for recreation, events and emergency support. Local officials, community members and project partners gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony in December to celebrate the completion of the long-anticipated project, which preserves and modernizes one of the county’s most frequently used public facilities.
County leaders said the more than 50-year-old building has endured heavy use over the years, serving not only as a home for youth sports and community events, but also as a critical hub for disaster relief during recent flooding in Eastern Kentucky. During those emergencies, the center became a command post and drop-off point for supplies, a role that contributed to wear and tear on the flooring and other infrastructure.
To restore and improve the facility, Floyd County invested in a comprehensive package of upgrades that include a new exterior metal siding, interior flooring and restroom facilities aimed at extending the life of the building and making it more comfortable and accessible for the public. The project totaled $850,000, funded in large part by a $750,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and a $100,000 local match, with the Big Sandy Area Development District (BSADD) writing the CDBG grant and administering the funds on the county’s behalf.
Officials emphasized that the renewed center will continue to be a centerpiece of community life, hosting ballgames, practices, birthday parties and other gatherings on an almost nightly basis. They also noted that the facility remains a vital safety resource for Floyd County, serving as a warming center in winter, a cooling center in summer and a ready site for future emergency operations when needed.
Local leaders credited the collaboration among the Floyd County Fiscal Court, BSADD, the Department for Local Government and federal partners with making the project possible, saying the investment ensures the building can serve current residents and future generations. With the ribbon now cut and the doors open, officials said their focus turns to making full use of the revitalized space and exploring additional opportunities to strengthen community facilities across the region.