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Historic Preservation Board seeks ways to use $15,000 local restoration grant; considers outreach and public‑art options
Summary
Board members and staff discussed the $15,000 local restoration grant that resets annually and is at risk of lapsing if unused; members suggested outreach, education about new state tax credits, and possible use of funds for historically themed downtown artwork if permitted by trust restrictions.
Town planning staff told the Historic Preservation Board on Sept. 3 that the board’s $15,000 local restoration grant remains available but resets annually and does not roll over to the next fiscal year.
Brad Bolen said the program has had no applicants this year and “we'd have the full $15,000” if no grants are awarded. “We don't roll over those funds,” Bolen said, urging the board to publicize the program so…
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