Veterans Inc. presented a request for $786,980 in historic‑resources CPA funds to repair masonry, roofs, chimneys and associated building elements at the National Armory Complex on Grove Street, which Veterans Inc. uses for transitional housing, a food pantry and service programs for veterans.

AJ Mercer, a representative for Veterans Inc., described the armory as a long‑standing community asset and said years of weather exposure and vegetation growth had accelerated deterioration of roofs, mortar joints, capstones and chimneys. Mercer said Veterans Inc. has funds allocated to support the project and can split the work into phases if the full CPA amount is not available, and that the organization is ready to move forward within a year if funding is approved.

Ray Carville, public affairs for Veterans Inc., described the organization’s public programs, including an annual Stand Down event and community meals, and emphasized that the armory is used for a range of civic and veteran services and is open to the public for events and tours. Mercer said the organization prioritized facade and roof repairs to prevent further water infiltration and rising costs.

Committee members asked which parts would be prioritized if funds were pro‑rated; Mercer said Veterans Inc. would focus on facades and at least one of the roofs first. No CPC vote was taken at Thursday’s hearing.