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Council directs staff to seek federal community‑project funding for algae‑harvesting pilot, sports complex and park improvements
Summary
Council voted unanimously to authorize submission of three community project funding proposals to Congressman Thompson, including a proposed $5M federal request for an algae‑harvesting demonstration (pilot sited near Redbud Park), additional Burns Valley Sports Complex funding, and a smaller Austin Park skate‑park/bathroom package.
The City Council on March 7 reviewed options for Congressman Thompson’s community project funding cycle and directed staff to submit up to three proposals: a proposed permanent algae‑harvesting demonstration at or near Redbud Park (a $5 million federal ask), an additional funding request for the Burns Valley Sports Complex, and a smaller Austin Park package (bathrooms and a skate park). The council approved a resolution authorizing submittal by unanimous vote.
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