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Council approves small increase to home-rehab grant as members debate pilot’s design
Summary
Council members approved a $2,000 addendum raising a home‑rehab grant to $92,000 and releasing funds to a contractor, while several members urged changes to the program model after delays and legal complications in the pilot case (Vanessa Sullivan).
The Trenton City Council approved a $2,000 increase to a home-rehabilitation grant at its Jan. 7 meeting and discussed changes to the city’s pilot program after council members described extensive delays and complications in executing the work for a homeowner identified in the meeting as Vanessa Sullivan.
Director Liston told the council the addendum increased the total grant from $90,000 to $92,000 to cover unexpected electrical and sewer issues and to allow release of $15,000 to the contractor so the work can proceed; the administration said it would hold $2,000 back until the contractor receives a certificate of occupancy. Liston said an…
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