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Commissioners agree to staff-crafted ARPA extension window for Youth Connection; questions remain about reallocation
Summary
The Board discussed extending an ARPA-funded contract with Shelton Youth Connection for renovation expenses. The county fronted $722,000; staff reported roughly $401,000 spent and about $321,000 remaining and recommended an October 31, 2026 extension to allow time to reallocate unspent funds if necessary.
County staff asked commissioners whether to extend a contract funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars to allow Shelton Youth Connection more time to spend remaining award funds for building purchase and renovation.
Staff reported the county advanced $722,000 in ARPA funds to the Youth Connection. As of the briefing the organization had expended about $401,000, leaving roughly $321,000 unspent. Under federal Treasury guidance cited by staff, ARPA funds must be obligated and reported…
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