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Two nonprofits seek Smithville funding; board considers restoring neighborhood grant pool of about $25,000
Summary
Two nonprofits — Northland Assistance Center and Smithville Community in Action — asked the Smithville Board of Aldermen for municipal funding; aldermen discussed bringing a neighborhood‑grant program back into the budget process to handle such requests.
Two community nonprofits requested city funding during the Smithville Board of Aldermen work session; aldermen asked staff to consider a neighborhood‑grant style program during upcoming budget discussions.
Rita Pierce, executive director of the Northland Assistance Center, asked the city to consider a $5,000 contribution to allow the agency to provide rent, utilities, food and other short‑term assistance specifically to Smithville residents. Pierce said Northland Assistance Center will track assistance by…
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