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Burlington commission weighs CLG grant projects and responds to outcry over demolished Green Book-era building
Summary
Commissioners discussed CLG grant applications due April 30 (grants $1,000–$25,000; typical match expectation ~40% and project completion by 02/29/2028), possible walking-tour and signage projects, and community concern after demolition of 1523 Maple Avenue, which researchers had been investigating for ties to the Green Book.
The Burlington Historic Preservation Commission spent a substantial portion of its meeting discussing Certified Local Government (CLG) grant opportunities, options for walking-tour and signage projects, and community concern over the recent demolition of 1523 Maple Avenue — a property researchers had been examining for possible inclusion in a local Green Book listing.
Staff reminded members that CLG grant applications are due April 30 and said the grants range from about $1,000 to $25,000, with project completion expected by Feb. 29, 2028. "The grants are, anywhere from 1,000 to 25,000," staff told the commission;…
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