GURA approves two small-business grants, discusses program expansion

Aug 11, 2025

The Golden Urban Renewal Authority approved a $2,499 reimbursement grant for Richie/Ricky's Pizza & Pasta and approved up to $3,871.70 for Fenway Clay Works' neon sign (conditioned not to face residential areas); board discussed expanding grant programs to support tenant-facing capital improvements.

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The board approved two small-business grants and spent substantial time discussing program design and outreach. Staff confirmed the Richie/Ricky's Pizza & Pasta grant (follow-up from July) and verified the business's lease through fall 2028 and that the tenant—not the property owner—will pay the repairs; the board approved a $2,499 reimbursement request to assist with an AC compressor.

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