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CRA members back quick pilot to fund small outdoor seating and façade upgrades for downtown businesses
Summary
Board members supported a quick, one‑off reimbursement pilot to help Millville businesses add outdoor decks, seating and minor façade improvements without onerous permitting requirements; staff was asked to draft a concise program for board review and to keep the process simple to accelerate visible downtown improvements.
CRA board members discussed a proposed rapid‑deploy small grant or reimbursement program July 16 to help downtown and Millville businesses add outdoor seating, decks and minor façade improvements.
Proposal and examples Commissioner Alan Hughes and others described two local examples: a planned deck and string‑lit seating area for a Millville restaurant and an adjoining business that seeks to expand outdoor dining. The presenters noted the areas are roughly 14 feet…
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