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Council approves Love Your Block mini-grants program using Johns Hopkins funding

5472163 · February 3, 2025
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Summary

The council approved a resolution authorizing the city manager to enter into Love Your Block mini-grant agreements. The Johns Hopkins‑funded program provides $100,000 to support a VISTA, a part‑time staff member and mini‑grants of up to $2,500 for neighborhood projects in central census tracts.

The Columbia City Council on Feb. 3 approved resolution (Council Bill 18‑25) authorizing the city manager to enter into Love Your Block grant agreements that will distribute mini‑grants for neighborhood activities and minor home repair in central neighborhoods.

Leigh Cutwitz, neighborhood services manager, said the city received a $100,000 grant via Johns…

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