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Commission delays vote on town grants policy after departments, residents warn of time‑sensitive awards
Summary
Commissioners debated a proposed grants-management policy that would require commission approval of grant applications and final awards, with a narrow exception for time-sensitive applications. Departments and community grant writers warned the proposed requirement could block time‑sensitive applications; commissioners voted to table the draft for
Town commissioners on Aug. 20 debated a draft grants-management policy that would require commission review and approval for grant applications and final award acceptances.
What was proposed: The draft policy presented by the town attorney would require departments to present potential grants before the commission so the commission could review conditions, matching requirements and staffing implications before staff submitted applications. A narrow exception would allow the town manager to sign time‑sensitive applications between meetings.
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