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Council allocates $74,706.29 in remaining ARPA funds to downtown Rotary Park renovation after split votes
Summary
After extended debate over competing priorities (water-tank engineering, sidewalks, employee payments), the Preston City Council voted 3–1 to allocate $74,706.29 of remaining ARPA funds to downtown revitalization, specifically the Rotary Park renovation; one councilor favored directing some funds to water tank engineering.
The Preston City Council voted to obligate $74,706.29 of remaining ARPA funds for downtown revitalization, with the council specifying the funds will be used for renovation work at Rotary Park in the downtown area.
City staff accountant Kelly Mickelson reported the city must obligate the ARPA funds and noted the money will need to be spent by December 31, 2026, under the timelines discussed. The council discussed alternatives including using part of the funds for…
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