MBLC rules: programming is state-led and architects are restricted for application programming

Sep 17, 2026

Committee heard MBLC prohibits architectural firms from doing programming for grant applications, caps initial local match, and requires MBLC-managed programming; committee has $150,000 authorized locally and a separate $10,000 contract with Pomeroy for early work.

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Staff and committee members explained details of MBLC's application rules that affect procurement and town spending. "Architectural firms are prohibited from doing your programming for purposes of applying for a grant," a staff member said, noting MBLC instead expects applicants to use an MBLC-eligible consultant for programming. The meeting also detailed local funding already authorized: town meeting previously allocated $150,000 for feasibility and design and the committee currently has a $10,000 contract with Pomeroy for early work.

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