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Tourism commission approves $500 match for Nature Center grant; Engage Franklin to supply additional $500
Summary
The Coastal Tourism Commission voted to provide $500 toward a Nature Center grant application with the understanding that Engage Franklin will contribute a matching $500, producing a combined $1,000 contribution. Commissioners debated whether funding should flow through Engage Franklin or directly from the commission.
At its meeting, the Coastal Tourism Commission agreed to contribute $500 to a Nature Center grant application on the condition that Engage Franklin contribute a matching $500, creating a planned $1,000 combined contribution.
The commission debated the appropriate funding route before voting. Barbara Wessner questioned the application process, saying, “Why do we have this tourism grant application online if we’re not going to even recognize it?” and urged clarity about whether requests should…
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