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2 days ago

Tourism staff reports grant closeout, new grant applications and rising local visitation Staff reported closing a co‑op marketing grant (noting future swag must be preapproved), submitted an OHVR grant and is preparing an RTP application, and said county collections totaled $588,000 (down 5% statewide) while local TRT showed year‑over‑year increases.

Utah's tourism bureau is shaking things up with new grant applications, rising local collections, and a fresh marketing strategy to boost visitor engagement!

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County launches unified transportation system; consultants and funding moves advance program Dooly County authorized technical assistance contracts and USDA grant applications in mid‑2000 and the unified transportation system (DCUTS) began limited operations in November, reporting 1,200 trips in its first 18 days.

Dooly County has officially launched its Unified Transportation System, completing 1,200 trips in just 18 days!

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Burleson County approves contracts to pursue TDEM Hazard Mitigation and USDOT RAISE grants The court authorized contracts for administrative services to pursue a TDEM Hazard Mitigation Grant (DR #4705) with Public Management, Inc., and a USDOT RAISE grant with Langford Community Management Service, Inc.; both approvals were unanimous.

Burleson County is taking a big step forward by approving contracts to secure vital grant funding for emergency management and transportation projects!

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Henderson City Council authorizes pursuit of funding for emergency communications tower The council unanimously approved Resolution 23-08 to pursue grant funding and partnerships for a $3 million congressional appropriation to build an emergency communications tower near the North Henderson ballfield, contingent on a 25% local match ($750,000).

Henderson City Council just took a major step towards enhancing emergency communications by voting to pursue $3 million in funding for a new tower!

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Snowflake council accepts $75,250 AZDPS grant to buy Flock license‑plate cameras The Snowflake Town Council accepted a $75,250 FY25 Local Border Support Grant from the Arizona Department of Public Safety to purchase Flock license‑plate reader cameras for Snowflake and Taylor. Chief Martin said the system reads plates, will not take pictures of occupants, and would cost an estimated $30,000 per year after the two‑year grant period.

Snowflake's Town Council just approved a $75,250 grant to enhance public safety with cutting-edge license-plate reader cameras—could this tech be the game-changer the town needs?

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Claiborne County splits $5.9 million in ARP funds equally among nine districts, forms water projects committee The Claiborne County Commission on April 18 voted unanimously to divide about $5.9 million in American Rescue Plan funds equally among its nine districts and appointed the existing Budget Committee to serve as a Water Projects Committee to pursue TDEC grants and oversee water and sewer projects.

Claiborne County is set to transform its water infrastructure with a unanimous decision to distribute $5.9 million in ARP funds across all nine districts!

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Benzie County accepts $400,000 SPARK grant and seeks federal RAISE funding to pave Betsie Valley Trail The Benzie County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution accepting $400,000 in Michigan DNR SPARK grant funds for Phase 1 paving of the Betsie Valley Trail and authorized applications for federal RAISE funding for phases 2 and 3, authorizing the chair and county administrator to sign related documents.

Benzie County is paving the way for progress by accepting a $400,000 SPARK grant to enhance the Betsie Valley Trail and eyeing federal funds for future expansions!

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Hardin County commissioners approve appointments, proclamations, grant applications and purchases At its March 25 meeting the Hardin County Commissioners Court accepted a board resignation and appointed a replacement to the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District, approved three proclamations (one passed 4–1), authorized grant applications including a hazard-mitigation match, and approved several budgeted purchases and invoices.

Hardin County Commissioners made impactful decisions, including new appointments and proclamations aimed at raising awareness for child abuse and crime victims' rights.

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EUPTA board formalizes monthly approval of A/P and EFT transfers; finance report to be included beginning in March At its Feb. 4 meeting the Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority unanimously voted to require formal board approval of prior-month accounts payable and EFT transfers and to start approving the Finance Director's report along with those transfers beginning in March. The board also reviewed ridership and revenue trends and recent FY2026 grant applications to MDOT.

The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority is stepping up transparency by requiring formal monthly approvals for its financial transactions starting this March.

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Carter County accepts NRCS watershed aid and approves hazard-mitigation work amid debate over consultant fees The Carter County commission voted to accept NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection assistance and to move forward with Hazard Mitigation grant applications using Schaus LLC, while several commissioners questioned high consultant hourly rates and the lack of a fee cap.

Carter County is taking action to repair flood damage and secure millions in FEMA funding, but questions loom over high consultant fees and budget oversight.

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3 days ago

Yanceyville council approves $175,944 budget amendment, CARES grant ordinance and audit contract extension On March 7, 2023 the Town of Yanceyville Council approved Budget Amendment III (net $175,944 increase to the General Fund), adopted a grant project ordinance to execute CARES funding, extended an audit contract, and added permanent seats to the Caswell Economic Development Commission.

The Yanceyville Town Council just approved a $175,944 budget amendment and a crucial CARES Act grant, paving the way for exciting developments in the community!

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3 days ago

Mount Pleasant approves $134,455 transmission-line survey; staff says cost will be reimbursed from $1.2M grant The council authorized a $134,455 survey for a transmission line between Mount Pleasant and Fairview, with staff noting the city must pay upfront costs that will be reimbursed by an existing $1.2 million grant; council discussed easement widths, survey timing and coordination with Fairview.

Mount Pleasant City Council just greenlit a $134,455 transmission-line survey that could transform connections with Fairview, all while leveraging a $1.2 million grant for reimbursement!

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3 days ago

DeKalb council delegates transit-grant signatory authority, approves $11.56 million IDOT operating aid and new buses Council voted to authorize the transit manager to sign Federal Transit Administration grant applications and certifications, approved the SFY2027 IDOT Downstate Operating Assistance Agreement for $11,555,810 (covering about 80–82% of operating expenses), and heard that six Gillig buses have been ordered with deliveries expected to begin this month.

DeKalb City Council just approved over $11 million in operating aid and new buses to enhance public transit—big changes are on the way!

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3 days ago

Council authorizes change orders to upsize sewer line pending DEP confirmation of grant timing The council authorized change orders to upsize sewer piping for future flows—contingent on written DEP approval that sufficient grant funds and timing are available—so the town can use leftover grant money to complete planned pipeline upgrades.

The Town Council is poised to unlock $3.2 million in grant funding to upgrade sewer lines, but first, they need the green light from the DEP!

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3 days ago

Board approves three grant‑funded electric buses despite cybersecurity and lifecycle‑cost concerns The board approved piggyback procurement and a grant funding update to buy three BYD electric buses; trustees and public speakers raised questions about charger and battery costs, mechanic training and recent federal inquiries into vendor corporate affiliates and data security.

Chula Vista's school board has taken a bold step toward sustainability by approving the purchase of three electric buses, but questions about cybersecurity and costs loom large.

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4 days ago

Andover selectmen adjust budget lines, add part-time admin assistant and raise treasurer's pay On March 9 the Board of Selectmen approved a set of budget-line changes including a $30,000 administrative assistant line, a $40,000 treasurer salary, and several program adjustments and grant-funded offsets. Several motions passed unanimously; the open-space increase passed 3'to'2.

The Andover Board of Selectmen has made significant budget adjustments, adding a part-time administrative assistant and increasing the treasurer's salary, all while prioritizing grant-funded projects to protect taxpayers.

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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4 days ago

Division director outlines small general-fund cuts and seeks $2.5 million for OHV grants Division of Outdoor Recreation Director Jason Curry told the OHV Advisory Council that modest general-fund cuts and a shifted $80,000 maintenance cost will be absorbed by OHP accounts, and the division has requested an additional $2,500,000 to meet grant demand and support a mechanized trail crew and project manager.

Facing budget cuts, the Division of Outdoor Recreation is pushing for an additional $2.5 million to keep Utah's trails thriving!

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5 days ago

Commission hears jail construction updates and a no-match grant proposal to deliver recovery services via inmate tablets Officials reported progress and extra items in the new jail project and budget committees recommended pursuing a 100% Hustle Recovery grant that would provide tablet-based counseling and two grant-funded positions to support detainee reentry.

Exciting updates from Cheatham County's jail project reveal critical budget recommendations and a groundbreaking grant proposal for tablet-based recovery services aimed at reducing recidivism!

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5 days ago

Board endorses NJTPA local safety action plan to improve road-safety grant eligibility Hunterdon County endorsed the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority’s local safety action plan to support grant applications and the region’s zero-deaths goal; Clinton Township and planning staff urged adoption to improve competitiveness for federal funding.

Hunterdon County is taking a major step towards road safety by endorsing a new action plan that could unlock crucial federal funding for local municipalities.

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5 days ago

Livingston commission supports pursuing National Historic Landmark nomination for Depot and applying for grant funding Commissioners signaled support for applying for competitive state funding (about $10,000) to hire a consultant to prepare a National Historic Landmark nomination for the Depot; the Depot museum director indicated she would provide supporting material.

The Historic Preservation Commission is gearing up to secure National Historic Landmark status for the iconic Depot building, a crucial piece of rail history for Yellowstone.

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6 days ago

Council briefs residents: sewer bids open this week for $7–8M project; $4M in grants secured Council discussed an extensive sewer replacement project with engineering estimates near $7–8 million, $4 million in grants already obtained, and bids opening Thursday; staff warned final contractor bids will determine impacts on sewer bills and the project timeline (specs call for about 280 work days).

A $7–8 million sewer project in Utah is set to open bids this week, backed by $4 million in grants—how will this impact your sewer bill?

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1 week ago

Will County grants staff outlines housing, childcare and opioid funding updates Samantha, a community development staff member, briefed the Will County Finance Committee on multiple grant programs — including an ERA closeout, a new home‑repair award for six homes, childcare grants funded by cannabis tax revenue, and a $1.5 million sheriff’s camera grant — and answered follow‑up data requests.

Will County is gearing up for a wave of new grants, including a $1.5 million camera upgrade for law enforcement and vital support for home repairs and childcare programs!

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1 week ago

Ephrata officials authorize application for freight grant to design railroad overpass Ephrata officials voted to authorize staff to apply for an FMSIB Freight Mobility grant to fund preliminary engineering for a railroad overpass and related arterial road design. Discussion focused on a 13.5% match, estimated design costs and property-routing questions; the resolution passed by voice vote.

Ephrata is taking a major step towards enhancing its transportation infrastructure by applying for a Freight Mobility grant to design a crucial railroad overpass.

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1 week ago

Lordsburg school board approves application for nearly $986,000 solar grant The Lordsburg Municipal Schools board voted unanimously in a brief virtual meeting to authorize staff to apply for about $986,000 from the local Solar Access Fund for school solar projects and to designate an authorized representative to file the application.

Lordsburg Municipal Schools just took a big step toward a greener future by securing nearly $986,000 for solar projects!

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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1 week ago

County to accept $1.95M commerce grant for Tower Road bridge; auditor outlines ARPA allocations for Exit 21/22 engineering Public works asked commissioners to accept a $1.95 million commerce grant for a permanent Tower Road bridge repair and permission to sign an emergency leachate repair contract; the auditor reported $2.6 million allocated for Exit 21 engineering with roughly $1.8 million remaining and $200,000 proposed to study Exit 22.

Cowlitz County is set to secure a $1.95 million grant for a permanent fix to the Tower Road bridge, while plans for addressing Exit 21 and future overflow at Exit 22 are in motion!

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1 week ago

Township manager touts parks growth, new grants and $500,000 annual capital allocation Township Manager Amanda presented the annual state-of-the-township update March 3, highlighting a 33% rise in park attendance, a $1.5 million award for the Octoraro Trail, a $178,000 DCNR grant for Beaver Valley Neighborhood Park, and a new $500,000 annual capital allocation for township projects.

Concord Township is thriving with a 33% rise in park attendance and over $6 million in new grant funding for exciting projects!

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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1 week ago

Senate approves Solid Rocket Motor Manufacturing Grant Fund, authorizing up to $97.74 million in grants Senate Bill 835, creating a Solid Rocket Motor Manufacturing Grant Fund with up to $97,740,000 in grants over two decades, passed the Virginia Senate unanimously; sponsor said the measure is MEI‑approved and includes state general fund support in the budget.

Virginia Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill that could unleash nearly $100 million in grants for solid rocket motor manufacturing over the next two decades!

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Citizen Portal News Nevada

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1 week ago

Board conditionally approves STAR Academy application for Silver Stage Middle School; adds staff if grant awarded The board voted to pursue a STAR Academy grant for Silver Stage Middle School, approving submission of a letter of intent and agreeing to add one certified FTE if the grant is awarded; trustees voiced concern about long-term district costs and teacher vacancies.

The Lyon County School District is taking a bold step toward educational innovation with a proposed STAR Academy at Silver Stage Middle School, aiming to transform project-based learning for students—if they secure the grant funding!

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