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State grants, new fire truck and arts grants highlighted at Morgantown council meeting
Summary
Delegate Evan Hansen presented LEAD program grants—$8,000 for a fire rescue inflatable boat and $10,000 for police e-bikes—council noted delivery of a new fire truck, proclaimed April as Fair Housing Month, and received a detailed report from Your Community Foundation (YCF) on arts grant awards totaling $137,000 for the 2025-26 cycle.
City Manager introduced Delegate Evan Hansen to the council, who presented state Local Economic Development Assistance (LEAD) funds: $8,000 for an inflatable rescue boat and motor for the fire department and $10,000 for e-bikes for police use on the rail trail. Council and audience joined for a group photo and applause.
Council also announced that a previously ordered fire truck had been delivered and…
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