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Library receives state aid; town wins Maya Health & Wellness grant for public safety gym flooring
Summary
The Blackstone Public Library received state aid funding of $13,982.39 from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners; the town also won a Maya Health and Wellness grant to pay for rubber flooring in a public safety gym.
The Blackstone Public Library has received official confirmation from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) that it meets criteria for state aid, and the first installment of FY2025 state aid — $13,982.39 — has been issued, library trustees wrote to the board.
At the Feb. 11 Board of Selectmen meeting, Mary Lou Branch, chairperson of the Blackstone Library trustees, was cited in correspondence notifying town officials of the MBLC award. The board acknowledged the grant and thanked library staff.
Separately, the town administrator reported that the town was awarded a Maya Health and Wellness grant that will cover rubber flooring for a public-safety gym. The town previously used ARPA funds to purchase gym equipment; the Maya grant will pay for the rubber flooring to complete the facility. Officials said the award decision came unusually quickly — the town received notice the day after applying.
Town staff also noted the water treatment plant project remains on schedule for spring work and that SCADA components are being installed. Town officials said the Canal Street plaque wording is still under development and final placement is expected in spring.
The board recorded thanks to library staff and noted the quick grant turnaround for the Maya award.
