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City reviews façade, sign and small-business grants; Violet Inn request expected next week
Summary
Staff reviewed recent façade and sign grants funded by city and Main Street, noted carryovers from 2024, and asked council for guidance on a proposed reimbursement grant for the Violet Inn. Councilors discussed available budget lines and the city's matching commitments.
City staff briefed the council on façade, sign and small-business grants funded by the city and by Main Street during the Feb. 24 work session and asked for guidance on pending grant requests.
Staff presented a list of recent projects completed or approved with city participation, including Cool City Brewing (high lift, $10,000), Renee Specialties (exterior restaining), Lakeshore Rock and Gem (sign), and other downtown improvements. Several projects approved in 2024 remain carryovers awaiting completion and final paperwork;…
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