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Council approves $2,166 Hotel/Motel grant for Bless the Block after debate over process
Summary
The council voted to award $2,166.12 in hotel occupancy tax funds to "Bless the Block," amid debate over whether a standing review committee should have handled the application; one councilmember voted no.
The Brookshire City Council voted to approve a hotel/motel occupancy tax grant of $2,166.12 for the "Bless the Block" community event after extended discussion about process and committee review.
Pastor Lee Nelson Jones, who applied for the grant, told the council the event drew out‑of‑town attendees and provided receipts showing 18 hotel rooms had been used. Jones read a text from the state convention president that said, "We had a wonderful time in Brookshire. Job well done hosting." City staff and legal counsel reviewed the…
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