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Commission advances District 10 neighborhood pilot and awards Milton grants; community groups urge fairness and outreach
Summary
The committee approved several Milton Community Enhancement grants and advanced a $2.7 million District 10 neighborhood pilot while residents pressed for inclusive application and distribution processes.
The committee handling Milton Community Enhancement Grants considered multiple small grant awards and a larger District 10 neighborhood ecosystem pilot proposal. Commissioners approved a number of small grants by voice or roll call and amended one award for First Congregational Church’s food program (First Congo) to $25,000. Several small awards approved included:
- First Congo / School Seed (First Congregational Church food justice program): amended to $25,000 (sponsor Amendment by Commissioner Whaley accepted in committee). - New Memphis Institute: $5,500 (fiscal year 2025 Milton Community Enhancement Program grant). - National Tourism and Heritage Association: $8,500 (district‑wide program and…
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