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Ithaca bike‑share pitch raises questions about CDBG eligibility for equipment purchases
Summary
Reviewers split over whether CDBG public‑services funds should buy ebikes and batteries or subsidize memberships for low‑income users; staff says transportation services are allowable but asked for a clearer budget and explanation of the 'easy access' income‑eligible membership.
The IUR NIC spent a prolonged discussion assessing a request tied to local bike‑share services that would add equipment and operations to increase transportation access for residents.
Some committee members said they were uncomfortable using CDBG public‑services funds to purchase capital equipment such as ebikes and batteries, arguing that CDBG typically funds operations or client services rather than organizational…
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