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Greenbelt council approves up to $75,000 for economic development plan, drawing mixed reactions
Summary
The Greenbelt City Council authorized the city manager to contract with Willdan Financial Services for an economic development strategic plan and marketing strategy using ARPA funds, voting 6–1 amid requests for more public notice and assurances about local stakeholder outreach.
The Greenbelt City Council voted to authorize the city manager to enter a contract with Willdan Financial Services not to exceed $75,000 to produce an economic development strategic plan and marketing strategy, citing the need to support local business recovery under the American Rescue Plan Act. The motion passed 6–1.
Staff described a competitive process that drew 24 proposals and yielded four finalists. Mayor Jordan told the council that after multiple reviews staff concluded “Willdan Financial represents the best value for the city.”…
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