Scappoose committee recommends Columbia Feed grant, tables second downtown facade application

The Scappoose Economic Development Committee recommended that the Urban Renewal Agency approve a grant for Columbia Feed and Supply’s exterior rehabilitation project, but tabled a second application from Winston Sandino for façade and awning work at 52555 Columbia River Highway until the applicant supplies more bids and materials details.

Committee members pressed both applicants for clearer bids, local contractor outreach and final aesthetic plans before the Agency makes a funding decision. The committee noted the urban renewal grant program’s reimbursement rules — grants fund up to 50% of eligible project costs and are paid on reimbursement — and that the grant fund balance available now is smaller than the combined requests.

The committee’s recommendation on Columbia Feed and Supply is contingent on the applicant obtaining additional contractor quotes for doors, asphalt and other work and documenting attempts to secure three bids where required. Staff said…