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Former Curry County treasurer asks board to explain $2.7 million 'missing' ARP allocation
Summary
Former county treasurer David Barnes told the board he submitted required American Rescue Plan reports showing $2.7 million unallocated in April 2024 and urged the commission to issue a formal explanation after public reporting raised questions.
David Barnes, who identified himself as a former Curry County treasurer, used the public-comment portion of the May 7 meeting to press the board for clarity about American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding. Barnes said he submitted required reports to the U.S. Treasury showing roughly $2.7 million remaining unspent or unallocated in April 2024 and asked the county to publicly explain the discrepancy after local media coverage suggested the funds were "missing." He also warned that a…
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