Warren County endorses Stellar Program Letter of Intent, seeks local match

Apr 15, 2024

County officials endorsed a Letter of Intent to participate in the state's Stellar Program; the LOI is due May 1 and, if chosen, could bring a $50,000 planning grant and potential $5–$6 million OKRA funding, with a required 25% local match.

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Ben Dispennett told the Warren County Commissioners that a county Letter of Intent to the state's Stellar Program is due May 1. Dispennett said selected communities receive $50,000 from OKRA for planning and finalists chosen Nov. 2 may receive $5–$6 million in OKRA funding for projects such as downtown revitalization, blight elimination, and recreational facilities. He said incorporated towns were contacted but only Williamsport had responded so far.

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