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Commissioners approve Forestdale senior-center funding; staff say separate community grant likely needed
Summary
The Jefferson County Commission approved a motion to allocate funding for the Forestdale senior center and discussed whether the city should route a separate $1,500 community grant or process a budget amendment to transfer funds to community development. Staff said qualifying centers can apply for community grants and that a budget amendment may be required for transfers.
The Jefferson County Commission voted by voice to approve a funding allocation for the Forestdale senior center after a lengthy discussion about how best to route the money.
A commissioner proposed adding $1,500 for programming at the Forestdale senior center and asked whether the county has a lease or other agreement with host sites such as First United Presbyterian. Staff said senior centers typically receive general-use grant allocations…
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