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Council debates grant process and matching-fund risks; asks for clearer staff coordination
Summary
Council members urged better coordination and full grant documentation after discussing a proposed park grant and other proposals; some members declined to sign applications without full terms.
Council members spent an extended portion of the Sept. 2 meeting discussing city grant applications and how the city evaluates matching requirements and long-term obligations.
Several council members said they want full grant terms and confirmation of matching funds or in-kind requirements before approving applications. Council members repeatedly requested staff confirm whether grants were 100% awards, required matching…
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